Electrician

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an on-site Electrician in HMP Cardiff, Knox Rd, Cardiff CF24 0UG.

The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week Monday - Thursday 07:30 – 16:30, Friday 07:30 – 15:30. 1 in 3 weekends with 15% uplift shift allowance.

At Amey, we’re supporting our justice client, His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by providing them with safe, clean and efficient prisons.

By using our facilities management expertise, we help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly.

The Electrician plays an important part in ensuring the planned and reactive maintenance work within the prisons is carried out in a safe, compliant and timely manner.

Previous experience with planned preventative maintenance is preferred but not essential. While a Level 3 qualification is preferred, we are open to interviewing candidates with a Level 2 qualification

What you will do

Ensuring Health & Safety standards are met across the contract

Testing and inspecting electrical installations in line with current IEE wiring regulations

Responding promptly to breakdowns, ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently

Performing planned and preventative electrical maintenance and diagnosing/replacing failed domestic electrical components

Actively fault finding and problem solving on domestic electrical systems

Undertaking electrical installation activities according to provided designs and IET Wiring Regulations

Monitoring and ordering critical spares for all electrical services, and oversee the BMS System

Supporting zero carbon initiatives, contributing to sustainability goals, and handling additional tasks as directed by your line manager