Location: HMP Northumberland, NE65 9XG
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £40,952.57 per annum plus Sodexo benefits
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Plus on call rota)
Role Overview
As an Electrical Engineer at HMP Northumberland, you will play a vital role in maintaining the prison's essential infrastructure, directly contributing to the safety, security, and operational efficiency of the establishment.
Working within a prison environment means that compliance with safety regulations, statutory requirements, and operational procedures is critical. You will be responsible for ensuring all electrical work is carried out to the highest standards, maintaining accurate maintenance records, and completing all associated administration in a timely and compliant manner.
You will be expected to use your technical expertise and initiative to diagnose faults, identify solutions, and make informed decisions based on manufacturer documentation, technical schematics, and operational instructions.
If you are a qualified electrician who enjoys problem-solving, working as part of a team, and making a meaningful contribution within a unique operational setting, we would welcome your application.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance and repairs.
- Inspect, test, fault‑find, and maintain electrical systems and equipment.
- Read and interpret technical drawings and manufacturer specifications.
- Complete all work to relevant trade standards and regulations.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports.
- Identify and report defective or unsafe equipment.
- Support other FM trades and escort specialist contractors when required.
- Participate in the on‑call rota and respond to emergency call‑outs.
- Comply with all Health & Safety, security, and company procedures.
Key Accountabilities
- Ensure electrical systems remain safe, compliant, and operational.
- Deliver maintenance activities to agreed standards and timescales.
- Maintain accurate documentation and audit records.
- Support the effective operation of the prison through teamwork and collaboration.
Person Specification
Essential
- Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship.
- Relevant electrical qualification (City & Guilds, ONC/HNC or equivalent).
- IET/IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Experience in electrical maintenance and fault finding.
Additional Requirements
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
- Positive approach to Health & Safety.
- Ability to work in a secure and physically demanding environment.
Benefits
- Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
- Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
- Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big‑brand retailers
- Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
- Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
- Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
- Sodexo UK and Ireland's enhanced benefits and leave policies
