Leicester
£35,000
Posted:  July 11, 2025

About this role:

Maintenance Electrician, Leister, Up to £35,000 + 15% weekend shift allowance, Full-time, Permanent

 

We are seeking an experienced Electrician to join our facilities maintenance team at a secure HMP site. This permanent, on-site position offers a competitive salary plus a weekend working allowance. The role involves performing a combination of planned and reactive electrical maintenance, ensuring all systems remain safe, compliant, and fully operational within a secure environment.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform planned and preventative electrical maintenance on site
  • Diagnose and replace faulty domestic electrical components
  • Respond promptly to electrical faults and breakdowns
  • Conduct thorough fault-finding and problem-solving across electrical systems
  • Carry out electrical installations in compliance with current wiring regulations
  • Inspect and test electrical installations to BS7671 standards
  • Monitor and manage critical electrical spares and stock levels
  • Ensure strict adherence to health and safety procedures at all times
  • Support on-site carbon reduction and sustainability initiatives

 

Requirments:

  • Recognised technical qualification (e.g., City & Guilds 2365 Parts 1–3, NVQ Level 3)
  • Valid 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification (or 17th Edition with willingness to upgrade; support available)
  • Proven experience in electrical maintenance, testing, and fault-finding
  • Strong knowledge of Electricity at Work Regulations
  • Ability to work at height and in secure environments
  • Comfortable working independently and using initiative

 

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary up to £35,000 per annum
  • 15% weekend working allowance (on rota)
  • 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Company pension scheme
  • Career development and ongoing training opportunities
  • Access to employee benefit schemes and discounts
  • Paid volunteering days
  • Health and wellbeing support options

 

If you’re a qualified Electrician looking for a stable role with great benefits and the chance to work in a secure environment, apply now to join our dedicated team.

 

Note: Only applicants with the right to work in the UK will be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Industry: Facilities Management
Reference Number:  070707
Contract Type:  Permanent

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