Maintenance Electrician in Bedford

Facilities Management Team
Location: Yarls Wood
Contract: Permanent, Full Time (Monday to Friday, 08:00 16:30)
Salary: £36,500 per annum + Comprehensive Benefits Package

About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Electrician to join the Facilities Management team at a secure residential centre housing adult men and women. The centre is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and dignified environment for all residents, underpinned by continuous service improvement and innovation. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the electrical infrastructure, ensuring all plant and equipment operates safely and efficiently. This is a hands-on role encompassing fault diagnosis, repairs, preventative maintenance, and new installations. This position offers a stable, site-based opportunity ideal for electricians wishing to develop their career within a secure and structured environment, without the need for extensive travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive fault finding and defect rectification on a variety of electrical plant, equipment, and installations, ensuring compliance with all relevant electrical standards and regulations.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on electrical systems and apparatus to minimise downtime and maximise safety and operational reliability.
• Undertake installation, commissioning, and testing of new electrical equipment and plant to meet operational requirements.
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of all inspections, test results, faults, and repair work, ensuring traceability and compliance with statutory and organisational requirements.
• Work collaboratively within the FM team while demonstrating the ability to work independently, managing your workload efficiently and prioritising tasks.
• Adhere strictly to health and safety policies, including working in a secure environment with the necessary security protocols.
• Participate in the on-call rota, providing out-of-hours support approximately one week in eight, including potential weekend shifts as needed to maintain business continuity.
• Engage in continuous professional development activities and training to maintain up-to-date technical knowledge and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Possession of a recognised electrical qualification such as a City & Guilds Electrical Certificate or equivalent trade qualification.
• Completion of a formal electrical apprenticeship programme.
• Current certification to BS7671 (IET Wiring Regulations, latest edition).
• Minimum of 5 years post-apprenticeship practical experience working as an electrician, ideally within a facilities management, industrial, or secure environment.
• Proven experience with fault diagnosis, maintenance, and installation of electrical systems and plant.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong technical competency in electrical installations, inspection, testing, and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, and technical manuals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail in fault diagnosis and repair.
• Capable of working independently as well as within a team environment.
• Commitment to health and safety best practices, with a clear understanding of working in secure or restricted environments.
• Flexibility and willingness to participate in on-call duties and occasional out-of-hours work.
• Good communication skills, including the ability to produce clear and accurate reports and documentation.

Offer

• Competitive salary package at £36,500 per annum.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 6%.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support services.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development, including the chance to gain additional qualifications.
• A culture that values diversity, inclusion, and respect in the workplace.
• Comprehensive benefits portal offering discounts on retail, leisure, and hospitality brands.
• Free onsite parking and blue light discounts.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment focused on work-life balance.

If you are a qualified electrician seeking a rewarding role within a challenging yet supportive environment, where your skills directly contribute to the safe and efficient operation of vital public services, we would welcome your application.