Electrician (Level 3)

Overview

Job Role: Electrician
Location: HMP Bullingdon OX25
Salary: £46,177.30 with an additional 5% basic salary in recognition of shift and weekend work.
Contract: Full Time – Perm (39hrs per week – shift work mon to sun)

We are seeking a dedicated Electrician to join our team at a HMP Bullingdon, a category B male prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues – we work Monday to Sunday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.

HMP Bullingdon operates like a self-contained city. The Facilities Maintenance Team supports the smooth and safe operation, ensuring all activities positively impact prisoners, staff, visitors, families and the wider community. As an Electrician, you will work alongside experienced colleagues who include Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, and Administrators, all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a safe and secure environment for all.

If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change.

Responsibilities

Within the Facilities Maintenance Team, support the safe and secure operation of electrical systems and installations at HMP Bullingdon. Collaboration with multi-disciplinary colleagues to ensure reliable electrical services and contribute to a safe environment for prisoners, staff and visitors. Help maintain and repair electrical systems to appropriate standards and regulations while prioritising safety and compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Two years\’ experience working in a role as an electrician
• Experience working on commercial or industrial electrical systems
• Good working knowledge of planned preventive maintenance operations
• Electrician qualified to C&G 2367 or 2357 (Electrical Installation) and NVQ level 3 in Electrical Installations or equivalent
• 18th Edition
• Certificate in BS7671
• Good Health & Safety knowledge
• Excellent organisational, time management and people skills

About GFSL & Benefits

We are a Ministry Of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS. Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided, including Death in Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, and an Employee Assistance Programme for counselling and preventative care. There are also financial reward mechanisms and retailer discounts.

You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunities to build your skills and progress. Explore facilities careers where you can make a difference. Pride In People.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and aim to create a workplace where all employees have a voice, feel a sense of belonging, and can be their true selves. We recognise the value every employee brings and strive to satisfy diverse needs while ensuring consistency and fairness. We promise ongoing learning, training, and career progression opportunities for everyone.

Future Plans

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will in future be delivered by the private sector. Following a successful procurement process, GFSL’s services will transfer to a private sector provider/providers no sooner than August 2027.

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