Electrician Job at HMP Springhill
£25.96 per hour - Long Term Temporary Role
An electrician is required at HMP Springhill in HP18 for a long term temporary Facilities Maintenance role, working Monday to Friday. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Electrician seeking stable work, great hours and a rewarding environment within the HM Prison Service. Hays is one of the leading suppliers of maintenance and trades staff to the Ministry of Justice. We are recruiting a skilled and qualified Electrician to support the estates team at HMP Springhill, ensuring safe, compliant and well maintained electrical systems across the site.
Why Work at HMP Springhill?
Working within the prison service offers stability, variety and a highly supportive team environment. You will play a crucial role in maintaining essential building services, ensuring safety and reliability across the estate. The organisation is committed to a safe, well supported working environment, equal opportunities, a diverse workforce, strong employee benefits, annual leave, pension contributions and long term job security.
Key Responsibilities
As an Electrician at HMP Springhill you will install, test and commission electrical systems to statutory and industry standards, deliver planned preventive maintenance and reactive repairs across the estate, prioritise maintenance tasks and escalate issues when required, supervise prisoners during work and training activities, carry out inspections including working at height and in confined spaces, manage stock levels and ensure all materials are logged, escort and supervise contractors in line with security procedures, maintain radio communication, accept authorised responsibilities under GFSL safe systems of work, operate plant equipment and drive estate vehicles when qualified, and support Health and Safety compliance including acting as Fire Warden or First Aider.
Skills and Experience Required
To be considered you must have at least 2 years experience as an Electrician, experience with commercial or industrial electrical systems, NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical qualifications or equivalent, strong understanding of electrical installations and wiring regulations, BS7671 18th Edition qualification, experience in PPM operations and ideally L8 Legionella awareness, although training can be provided.

Hours and Pay
Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week. Monday to Thursday: 8am to 5pm. Friday: 8am to 4pm. Hourly rate: £25.96. Overtime rates available through umbrella placement. Standard prison security vetting will be required.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Electrician looking for a long term maintenance role in a secure and rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you. Click Apply Now to submit your CV or contact us directly.
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