Electrician
| Posting date: | 29 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,866 to £36,135 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 May 2026 |
| Location: | Kirkham, Preston |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Amey |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 9782 |
Summary
Electrician – HMP Kirkham (Preston)
£30,866 – £36,135 + 15% weekend allowance
HMP Kirkham, PR4 2RN | Permanent
A great opportunity for a qualified electrician looking for stable, long‑term work on one site. HMP Kirkham is a Category D open prison, offering a calmer, more predictable working environment and well‑planned maintenance work.
The role
Planned and preventative electrical maintenance
Fault finding and repairs
Minor works, inspections and testing to BS7671
Ensuring electrical systems are safe and compliant
What you need
Level 2 Electrical qualification
18th Edition (17th considered with upskilling)
Good knowledge of electrical maintenance and H&S
Ability to work independently
Hours
39 hours per week - Monday to Thursday 08:00 - 17:00; Friday to Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
1 in 3 weekends (paid at +15%)
Prison security clearance and Standard DBS required – fully supported by Amey.
What you get
Long‑term, secure work on a single site
24 days holiday + bank holidays
Generous pension and paid training
Free on‑site parking, gym and catering facilities
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 – vacancies may close early.
£30,866 – £36,135 + 15% weekend allowance
HMP Kirkham, PR4 2RN | Permanent
A great opportunity for a qualified electrician looking for stable, long‑term work on one site. HMP Kirkham is a Category D open prison, offering a calmer, more predictable working environment and well‑planned maintenance work.
The role
Planned and preventative electrical maintenance
Fault finding and repairs
Minor works, inspections and testing to BS7671
Ensuring electrical systems are safe and compliant
What you need
Level 2 Electrical qualification
18th Edition (17th considered with upskilling)
Good knowledge of electrical maintenance and H&S
Ability to work independently
Hours
39 hours per week - Monday to Thursday 08:00 - 17:00; Friday to Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
1 in 3 weekends (paid at +15%)
Prison security clearance and Standard DBS required – fully supported by Amey.
What you get
Long‑term, secure work on a single site
24 days holiday + bank holidays
Generous pension and paid training
Free on‑site parking, gym and catering facilities
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 – vacancies may close early.
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