Location
HMP Wandsworth (SW18), City of London, London

Hours
Full Time - Permanent

Salary
£46,177.30 plus an additional 5% salary in recognition of shift and weekend working, plus an additional £3,000 in allowances per annum

About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Electrician to join our Facilities Maintenance Team at HMP Wandsworth, a category B male prison. Join a supportive and driven team that works Monday to Sunday as a close-knit family, committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Wandsworth operates like a self-contained city, and the Facilities Maintenance Team plays a vital role in ensuring its smooth and safe operation. Your work will impact prisoners, employees, visitors, and the wider community.
As an Electrician, you will collaborate with experienced colleagues including Plumbers, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, and Administrators, all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a secure environment. This role offers the opportunity to use your skills to contribute to rehabilitation and positive change.
We are a Ministry of Justice business providing critical, time-bound services to HMPPS. We offer a varied and rewarding career with 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits including Death in Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, an Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and support, financial reward mechanisms, and retailer discounts.
We pride ourselves on a strong focus on safety, a supportive and inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunities for skill development and career progression.
We are passionate about promoting diversity and inclusion, ensuring every employee feels heard, valued, and empowered to be their true selves. We are committed to fairness, ongoing learning, and career progression opportunities for all.
GFSL is ISO 9001 Certified and embraces the values: Pride in People, Do the Right Thing, One Team.
Note: GFSL’s FM services will transfer to a private sector provider no sooner than August 2027 following a procurement process.

Experience
- Minimum two years' experience working as an electrician
- Experience with commercial or industrial electrical systems
- Good working knowledge of planned preventive maintenance operations

Qualifications
- Qualified to C&G 2367 or 2357 (Electrical Installation)
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations or equivalent
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
- Certificate in BS7671

About You
- Strong Health & Safety knowledge
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Good interpersonal and people skills
- Commitment to working collaboratively within a diverse team environment