Electrician

Electrician (BBBH
437697) Northampton, England The Opportunity

We are pleased to offer an excellent opportunity for a Maintenance Electrician to join the on‑site facilities team at HMP Onley.

This role supports the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of electrical systems within a secure prison environment on behalf of His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS). A weekend rota is in place (1 in 3 weekends), with an additional allowance payable for weekend working.

As a Maintenance Electrician, you will be responsible for delivering high‑quality electrical maintenance across the site, helping to ensure a safe and well‑maintained environment for staff and residents.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planned and preventative electrical maintenance, including associated administrative tasks
• Fault finding and problem solving on a range of electrical systems
• Like‑for‑like replacements and minor electrical works
• Carrying out electrical inspections and testing in accordance with BS7671, with accurate recording of results
• Ensuring all electrical systems remain safe, compliant, and fully operational
• Supporting the Responsible Person and Authorised Person when required
• Ensuring Health & Safety standards, risk assessments, and safe systems of work are consistently followed
• Assisting with escorting duties and other site‑related tasks as required

• City & Guilds 2367 or 2357 Level 2 Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
• BS7671 18th Edition (17th Edition considered with upskilling available)
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements
• Experience in planned and preventative maintenance
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Experience working to tight deadlines
• Comfortable working at heights
• Knowledge of Electrical Systems and Electricity at Work Regulations
• Basic IT skills
• Experience with fire alarm and CCTV systems

This position is subject to Prison Security Clearance. Full support will be provided throughout the clearance process.

• Competitive salary with potential for annual review
• Additional weekend allowance (15% of basic salary)
• Long‑term, stable employment within a critical public sector environment
• Career progression opportunities into senior engineering or facilities management roles
• Comprehensive training and development, including funded qualifications
• Minimum 24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days
• Flexible benefits, including insurance options, Cycle to Work scheme, and discounted gym memberships
• Access to an online discounts portal with savings across retail, wellbeing, and lifestyle services
• Two paid social impact days per year for volunteering or fundraising
• Family‑friendly policies and support for carers

Applications are welcomed from candidates of all backgrounds. We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and ensuring equal opportunities for all.

Applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.

Reasonable adjustments or additional recruitment support can be discussed at any stage of the process.