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On-Site Electrician
Electrician – HMP Durham
📍 Durham, DH1 3HU
Compensation & Terms
- Salary: £30,866 – £36,135 per year, plus 15% shift allowance + call-out pay
- Hours: 39 hours per week
- Schedule:
- Mon–Thurs: 07:30 – 16:00
- Fri: 07:30 – 15:30
- 1 in 3 weekends: 08:00 – 16:00 (with a 15% uplift)
- Call-out rota (paid separately)
About the Role
We’re seeking a qualified Electrician to join our facilities team at HMP Durham. Your work will genuinely make a difference in a secure, live environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct planned and reactive electrical maintenance across the establishment.
- Perform fault finding and repairs for all electrical systems.
- Carry out small works and like-for-like replacements where required.
- Ensure testing and inspection compliance with BS7671 standards.
- Maintain systems to ensure safety, compliance, and operational standards.
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Requirements
Candidates must possess:
- A relevant Level 2 Electrical qualification.
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification (or 17th Edition with commitment to upgrade).
- Practical experience in maintenance or facilities.
- Strong awareness of health and safety protocols.
- Ability to work independently, solve technical issues effectively.
Desirable (Bonus!):
- Prior experience with fire alarms or CCTV systems.
Benefits
- Stable contract with no inter-site travel.
- Good earnings with shift allowances and overtime opportunities.
- Variety from working on a large, live site over diverse tasks.
- A collaborative, experienced team on-site.
- Access to vehicle parking, on-site gym, and café.
- Flexible benefits suited to job security, routine, and teamwork.
<ins>You’ll gain:</ins> ✅ Salary: £30,866 – £36,135 + shift allowance ✅ 24 days holiday (+ bank holidays, optional extra days) ✅ Generous pension scheme ✅ Career progression and skill-development resources ✅ Training opportunities (including 18th Edition endorsement) ✅ Discounts (retail/car subscription), Cycle-to-Work scheme, gym membership ✅ 2 paid volunteering days annually
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About Amey
Amey is a global infrastructure partner, specialising in the design, delivery, protection, and maintenance of critical assets. We work across civic, transport, and defence sectors, merging strategic intelligence and operations to provide secure, compliant, and resilient solutions.
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