Electrical Maintenance Operative

ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE

G4S Care and Rehabilitation Services

HMP Five Wells, Wellingborough, NN8 2NG

£37,819.95 per annum, Permanent, Full Time (40 hours per week) Monday to Friday

Benefits: Company Pension, free on-site parking, on-site canteen, ongoing training and development and access to High Street Shop discounts.

About Us

HMP Five Wells located in Wellingborough, is the UK’s first purpose-built, resettlement Prison, providing modern facilities, access to training, education, industrial type employment, interventions and physical health and wellbeing initiatives for Prisoners in our care.

At HMP Five Wells we aim to provide all prisoners with a platform to change their lives. We promote a community culture where prisoners will be able to assist the management team to establish projects, processes and forums that meet the needs of the population.

We try to recognise the skills, talents and abilities of the prisoners and empower those who can lead by example and inspire others to change their mind-set.

About the Role

We are now looking for an Electrical Maintenance Operative based at HMP Five Wells.

You will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance of assets and services across the prison, ensuring a safe and decent environment is maintained in line with G4S standards. Reporting to the Head of Facilities Management (FM), you will work as part of the FM team to support operational and business requirements, completing all maintenance tasks promptly and in accordance with established procedures. You will also promote effective communication and good practices across environmental, quality, health and safety standards, ensuring compliance and supporting continuous improvement throughout G4S.

Key responsibilities of the role are:

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance, inspections and repairs across mechanical, electrical, heating, water, ventilation and security systems.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment faults and breakdowns safely, in line with relevant qualifications, training and experience.
• Follow maintenance schedules, technical drawings, manuals and established safety procedures.
• Maintain building fabric, fixtures, fittings, furniture, grounds and other site assets.
• Support maintenance projects, site improvements and effective teamwork across the Facilities Management team.
• Participate in emergency call-outs and provide out-of-hours support when required.
• Prepare maintenance reports and identify opportunities to improve site operations.
• Maintain security awareness within the prison environment, including key control and contractor escorting.
• Promote a positive Health and Safety culture by following safe working practices and reporting accidents and near misses.
• G4S is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and adults at risk and the post holder must support these goals.
• The duties and responsibilities listed within this job description are not exhaustive and the job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary from time to time.

About you

You will have experience in an electrical engineering discipline, with a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services or equivalent, and hold an 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations qualification. You will also have previous experience in building and facilities maintenance.

It is key that you are flexible and adaptable to deal with ever-changing scenarios. You will possess strong organisational and communication skills and have experience of working within a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible holiday scheme
• Contribution company pension
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Training programmes and study support
• Employee discount scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

If you join us, you can be sure that you’ll find a secure, friendly and professional working environment and be given all the support, training and encouragement you need to build and develop a successful career with us.

More about us

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is an important part of G4S Care and Rehabilitation Services. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and are a fully inclusive employer who aims to support all employees to be their true selves. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments for either the role or during the recruitment process

For more information on HMP Five Wells please visit, https://hmpfivewells.co.uk/

G4S Care and Rehabilitation Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and adults at risk and each employee is expected to support these goals.

Please note that these vacancies are subject to a 5 year checkable history and the strict vetting standards set by G4S, and His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

You must be eligible to work in the UK and must have been resident in the UK for a minimum period of 3 years. You will also need to provide full details of your employment and education history for the last 5 years as part of the security screening process for this role.

G4S is the International business of Allied Universal, the world’s leading security and facility services provider and trusted partner to more than 400 of the Fortune 500. Allied Universal delivers unparalleled customer relationships, innovative solutions, cutting-edge smart technologies and tailored services that enable clients to focus on their core businesses. With operations in over 100 countries and territories, Allied Universal is the third largest private employer in North America and seventh in the world. Annual revenue is approximately $23 billion. There is no greater purpose and responsibility than serving and helping to safeguard customers, communities and people. For more information, visit g4s.com. In the UK, the company has an extensive network of offices and more than 31,000 employees.