Location
HMP Belmarsh, SE28, London

Hours
Full Time / Permanent, 39 hours per week

Salary
£43,177.30 per annum plus £3,000 allowances
Additional 5% basic salary in recognition of shift and weekend working

About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Electrician to join our Facilities Maintenance Team at HMP Belmarsh, a Category A male prison. You will be part of a supportive and driven team working Monday to Sunday to maintain a safe and secure environment. HMP Belmarsh operates like a self-contained city, and the Facilities Maintenance Team plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of the prison, impacting prisoners, employees, visitors, families, and the wider community.

As an Electrician, you will work alongside experienced colleagues including plumbers, carpenters, painters, cleaners, and administrators, all committed to making a positive difference. 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. Joining us means helping to ensure prisons are secure and safe while playing a part in prisoner reintegration.

Holidays include 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays. Additional non-contractual benefits include 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 creating a culture where every employee has a voice, feels a sense of belonging, and is empowered to be their true self. We are committed to fairness, ongoing learning, and career progression opportunities for all.

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 Certificate in BS7671

About You
- Strong Health & Safety knowledge
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Good interpersonal and people skills

If you are motivated to make a positive impact and meet the above criteria, we would like to hear from you.