On-Site Electrician

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.