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Electrician in Durham

On-site in Durham·Full-time·Added 2 days ago (last checked 29 Oct)

Amey

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Our summary

Salary
£30,866 - £36,135 a year

About £2,150 - £2,460 a month after tax.

Work mode
On-site, Durham
Contract
Full-time
Closing date
Apply by Wednesday 11 November
Holiday
24 days holiday + bank holidays
Commute
Cycle to work scheme

Skills

Nice to have

Amey is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Durham.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • A proactive and safety-focused approach with the ability to work independently and use initiative.
  • Level 2 qualification in Electrical Installation or equivalent (essential).
  • BS7671 18th Edition qualification, or 17th Edition with a willingness to upskill (essential).
  • Good knowledge of electrical maintenance, fault finding and planned preventative maintenance activities.
  • Understanding of Electricity at Work Regulations and current health and safety requirements.
  • Strong organisational, communication and time management skills, with experience working to deadlines.
  • Basic IT skills for record keeping and compliance reporting.
  • Knowledge of fire alarm and CCTV systems would be advantageous (desirable).

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

If you have most but not all of these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply. We may be able to offer development and training to support your growth.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Remuneration - Competitive salary with the opportunity for annual reviews.
  • Career Growth - Progression opportunities into roles such as Facilities Team Leader, Supervisor or Site Manager.
  • Training Opportunities - Access to comprehensive learning and development programmes, including funded leadership development.
  • Holidays - Minimum 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
  • Pension - Generous pension scheme with employer contributions.
  • Flexible Benefits - Including Cycle2Work, health and wellbeing benefits, and lifestyle options.
  • Exclusive Discounts - Savings with major retailers, healthcare providers and leisure brands.
  • Give Back to the Community - Two Social Impact Days each year to support causes important to you.
  • Family Friendly Policies - Enhanced support for parents and carers.
  • Affinity Networks - Employee-led networks that connect and support diverse communities across Amey.
  • On-Site Benefits - Free parking, gym access and catering facilities available at HMP Frankland.

The role

Electrician

What you'll do

  • Deliver planned and reactive electrical maintenance to ensure prison facilities remain safe, compliant and operational.
  • Diagnose faults and resolve issues across a range of electrical systems, minimising disruption and maintaining service standards.
  • Carry out electrical repairs, replacements, inspections and testing in line with BS7671 regulations.
  • Support the ongoing safety and compliance of the site by maintaining accurate records and completing associated documentation.
  • Promote a strong health and safety culture by adhering to Safe Systems of Work, Risk Assessments and statutory requirements.
  • Support wider site operations, including escorting duties and assisting Authorised Persons and Responsible Persons when required.

Permanent | HMP Frankland, Brasside, Durham DH1 5YD

Salary: £30,866 - £36,135 plus 15% shift allowance for weekend rota participation

Hours: 39 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday 07:30 - 16:30 and Saturday/Sunday 08:00 - 16:00. Working 1 in 3 weekends on a rota basis.

Join our vibrant, inclusive community within our Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account, delivering essential facilities management services that support some of the UK's most critical public infrastructure. You'll play a key role in helping maintain a safe, secure and compliant environment at HMP Frankland, ensuring the prison operates efficiently for staff, visitors and residents.

At Amey, we support His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by providing safe, clean and efficient prison environments across England and Wales. With over 60 secure sites under our care, our teams deliver work that truly matters, contributing to safer communities and making a positive impact every day.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of this role, successful applicants will be required to obtain Prison Security Clearance, including a Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) and DBS clearance. Amey will support you throughout the clearance process.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People, reflecting our commitment to supporting our people at every stage of their career. Whether you're building your experience, returning to work or bringing years of expertise, you'll find opportunities to grow and succeed with us.

What we do

We advise, design, finance, deliver and enhance civic, transport and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant and high-value outcomes across the lifecycle of both new and existing assets.

To find out more visit amey.co.uk/careers.

Apply Today

We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received, so please apply as soon as possible.

Hiring process

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  1. Application

  2. Psychometric testing

    Not every role

    Used where the role requires it.

  3. Competency-based interview

    The Resourcing team briefs you beforehand.

  4. Assessment centre

    Not every role

    Used where the role requires it.

  • No fixed timeframe for the selection process.
  • Feedback is available to every candidate who attends an interview.
  • Interview travel expenses are not reimbursed.

About Amey

Industry
Infrastructure Engineering
Headquarters
Birmingham, UK

In their own words

About the company & team

Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect and maintain critical assets and systems.

Additional information

At Amey, we continually evolve the way we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we're proud to guarantee an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process, please contact peopleservices@amey.co.uk.

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