Electrician
| Posting date: | 28 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,866 to £36,135 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 May 2026 |
| Location: | Brasside, Durham |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Amey |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 8038 |
Summary
Electrician
HMP Frankland, Brasside, Durham (DH1 5YD)
£30,866 – £36,135 + 15% weekend allowance | Permanent
Looking for steady work, one site, and long‑term job security?
We’re recruiting a permanent Electrician to join the on‑site facilities team at HMP Frankland.
This is a hands‑on role with a stable rota, proper standards, and no travelling between sites.
The role
Planned and reactive electrical maintenance
Fault‑finding and repairs across prison buildings
Minor works and like‑for‑like replacements
Electrical inspections and testing in line with BS7671
Ensuring systems are safe, compliant and reliable
Working to agreed Health & Safety procedures
Escorting duties when required
Hours & pay
39 hours per week
Monday–Friday: 07:30 – 16:30
1 in 3 weekends (08:00 – 16:00)
15% allowance paid for weekend working
Essential
City & Guilds 2367 or 2357 Level 2 Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
18th Edition (17th considered with upskilling)
Knowledge of Electricity at Work Regulations
Experience of electrical maintenance / PPMs
Good Health & Safety awareness
Able to work independently and use initiative
Basic IT skills
Desirable
Experience with fire alarms or CCTV systems
Why apply?
One site only – no travelling between jobs
Long‑term MoJ contract – real job security
Ongoing training and progression
On‑site free parking, gym and catering facilities
24 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension, discounts, Cycle2Work and more
Prison security clearance plus Standard DBS and Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) required – full support provided by Amey.
About Amey
Who we are
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.
What we do
We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.
To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers
Apply now – vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.
HMP Frankland, Brasside, Durham (DH1 5YD)
£30,866 – £36,135 + 15% weekend allowance | Permanent
Looking for steady work, one site, and long‑term job security?
We’re recruiting a permanent Electrician to join the on‑site facilities team at HMP Frankland.
This is a hands‑on role with a stable rota, proper standards, and no travelling between sites.
The role
Planned and reactive electrical maintenance
Fault‑finding and repairs across prison buildings
Minor works and like‑for‑like replacements
Electrical inspections and testing in line with BS7671
Ensuring systems are safe, compliant and reliable
Working to agreed Health & Safety procedures
Escorting duties when required
Hours & pay
39 hours per week
Monday–Friday: 07:30 – 16:30
1 in 3 weekends (08:00 – 16:00)
15% allowance paid for weekend working
Essential
City & Guilds 2367 or 2357 Level 2 Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
18th Edition (17th considered with upskilling)
Knowledge of Electricity at Work Regulations
Experience of electrical maintenance / PPMs
Good Health & Safety awareness
Able to work independently and use initiative
Basic IT skills
Desirable
Experience with fire alarms or CCTV systems
Why apply?
One site only – no travelling between jobs
Long‑term MoJ contract – real job security
Ongoing training and progression
On‑site free parking, gym and catering facilities
24 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension, discounts, Cycle2Work and more
Prison security clearance plus Standard DBS and Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) required – full support provided by Amey.
About Amey
Who we are
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.
What we do
We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.
To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers
Apply now – vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.
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