Electricians - Various Locations Across Scotland

Permanent
HMP Barlinnie, HMP Edinburgh, HMP Glenochil, HMP Greenock, HMP Inverness, HMP Low Moss, HMP Perth, HMP Shotts, HMYOI Polmont, Various locations across Scotland
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Current Annual Pay Package of up to £33,700 + On Call Allowance*
Closing Date
01/03/2024, 14:00
Normal Office Hours
Full-Time

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is currently recruiting permanent Electricians to work within our prisons near you across Scotland.

The Electrician will support the Estates Management team in all aspects of Estates work. Providing a comprehensive repairs and maintenance service for SP&N and TP&N distribution systems, including work to small power, inspection and testing, work to final circuits and lighting.

All of our Electrician roles are based on 37 hours per week worked across Monday to Friday and we provide all tools and PPE.

There will be a requirement for you to periodically work on call hours, and you may need to travel to other establishments and areas. For this reason, a full driving licence that enables the person to drive in the UK is preferred. SPS is willing to consider proposals put forward by applicants to carry out the duties by any other means.

With a recent increase in starting salaries and great additional benefits, if you are looking for a new role, now could be the perfect time to join us and continue your career.

Current Annual Pay Package of up to £33,700 + On Call Allowance* for full time 37 hours per week.

Please note, a further SPS Pay Award for financial year 2024/25 has been agreed and will take effect from 01/04/24 further increasing salaries – details of the 2024/25 pay point values can be found in our attached Pay & Benefits statement.

We currently have vacancies in the following locations:

  • HMP Shotts
  • HMP & YOI Polmont
  • HMP Greenock
  • HMP Low Moss (Bishopbriggs)
  • HMP Barlinnie (Glasgow)
  • HMP Perth
  • HMP Glenochil
  • HMP Inverness
  • HMP Edinburgh*

However, further vacancies in other locations across Scotland may arise at any point.

Where would you like to work?

On your application form you will be asked to state which locations you would like to be considered for, you can choose a singular location or as many as you like to widen your options. (you can access further information on our prison locations here).

Some of the benefits you can enjoy in role are:

 

·       Attractive Pension (Civil Service)

·       Commitment to your personal and professional development

·       Annual Leave - 34 days rising to 42 days

·       Free on site gym and car parking

·       Discounts at high street stores, supermarkets and restaurants

through our partners at Blue Light Card, Edenred and

Civil Service Sports Council. 

·       Sick Pay

·       All tools and PPE provided.

 

How do I apply?

The application process for this role consists of uploading your CV into a section of the application form. Please ensure you include detail of your skills and experience within your CV to allow us to fully assess your skills and experience for the Electrician role.

Applicant must have served a recognised apprenticeship and have obtained a qualification in an electrical discipline to a minimum of SVQ Level 3 or equivalent and should also Hold a current electrical qualification in electrical installations, for example City and Guilds 2382 or BS7671 (18th Edition).

On completion of all interviews, a locational merit order list will be created. Appointments will be made in accordance to merit where the current vacancies are. Where there are more successful candidate(s) than posts available, locational reserve merit order lists may be created and retained for 12 months.

Successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks, which will include an Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check, References, DVLA licence check (where applicable) and Nationality checks as well as a Medical Assessment.

*Please note the annual pay package is dependent on qualifications, skills and experience, and is made up of basic salary plus temporary allowances, – please see attached pay & benefits statement for further details.”

 

*Please note Edinburgh receive an additional Geographical RRA (recruitment retention allowance) of £3,000 which has been granted until December 2024 at present and will be further reviewed at this point.

Responsibilities
Carry out reactive and planned maintenance and minor works throughout the establishment as instructed to all electrical plant, equipment and systems.
Maintain a safe and healthy working environment through regular checking and testing of electrical appliances and installations in accordance with relevant legislation. Participating in an "on call" rota for emergency repairs. It is expected that you will be able to attend your home establishment within 60 minutes of being called out. You will also provide area coverage when required.
Monitor and adjust electrical control systems to ensure optimum performance within guidelines as well as electrical inspection and testing.
To provide technical support and advice on electrical and electronic issues to the Technical Manager and other staff as necessary.
Assume practical responsibility for all electrical installations, and provide timely pre-emptive condition reports to the Technical Manager.
Assume practical responsibility for all electrical installations, and provide timely pre-emptive condition reports to the Technical Manager.
Person Specification
SPS recruitment and selection practice is based on the fundamentals of our Competencies for Success Framework. This identifies behaviours and standards required both of applicants seeking to join us, and our staff in their respective roles. Assessment of specific behaviours, of which there are eight, will be determined by the role you are applying for. Whilst it is unlikely you will be assessed on all of them, you will be assessed on those identified as key to role.
Qualification Requirements

Have served a recognised apprenticeship and have obtained a qualification in an electrical discipline to a minimum of SVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

Essential

Hold a current electrical qualification in electrical installations, for example City and Guilds 2382 or BS7671 (18th Edition).

Essential

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Requirements

Have experience in the installation, repair, maintenance, test and inspection of electrical systems and installations in an industrial/commercial environment. Including SP&N, TP&N distribution and an understanding of electronic systems maintenance and repairs.

Essential

Have awareness of other basic maintenance and repair tasks (for example, mechanical and building works maintenance and repairs), or be willing to develop these skills. 

Essential

Sound knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation, Risk Assessments and Method Statements (Safe Systems of Work). 

Essential 

Ability to interpret from drawings, instructions, and specifications.

Essential

Behaviour Requirements
Solve Problems & Make Decisions
Change & Improve
Relationships & Collaboration
Develop Ourselves & Others
Final Stage Interview
Vacancy Information Booklets:
Competencies for Success Framework (1).pdf – 1008KB
Guidance for Applicants - External v5 (2).docx – 349KB
Converted File Guidance for Applicants - External v5 (2).docx.pdf – 226KB

This opportunity is closed to applications.