Electricians - Scottish Prison Service - Various Locations Available

Permanent
HMP Barlinnie, HMP Castle Huntly, HMP Edinburgh, HMP Glenochil, HMP Greenock, HMP Inverness, HMP Low Moss, HMP Perth, HMP Shotts, HMYOI Polmont
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Current Annual Pay Package of up to £35,200 + On Call Allowance*
Closing Date
07/10/2024, 10:00
Normal Office Hours
Full-Time
37 (reducing to 35 from 1st December 2024)

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.

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.

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

However from 1st December 2024 SPS’ contractual full-time equivalent working hours will reduce from 37 to 35 hours without a reduction in pay which in turn will effectively increase equivalent hourly rates.

With a recent increase in starting salaries, a reduction in hours about to kick in 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 £35,200 + On Call Allowance* for full time 37 hours per week.

We currently have vacancies in the following locations:

  • HMP Barlinnie (Glasgow)
  • HMP Low Moss (Glasgow
  • HMP Inverness
  • HMP Castle Huntly (Dundee)
  • HMP Greenock
  • HMP Edinburgh
  • HMP & YOI Polmont
  • HMP Shotts
  • HMP Glenochil
  • HMP Perth

Please confirm which of these locations would be an option for you.

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 from those above or as many as you like to widen your options so long as you can commit to working in this location on a permanent basis. (It is expected that the post holder will be able to attend their home establishment within 1 hour - you can access further information on our prison locations here).

Some of the benefits you can enjoy in role are:

  • Attractive Pension (Civil Service)
  • Annual Leave - 34 days rising to 42 days
  •  Commitment to your personal and professional development

 

  •  Discounts at high street stores, supermarkets and restaurants through our partners at Blue Light Card, Edenred
  • Free on site gym and car parking
  •  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 Electricians role.

Applicant should have served a recognised apprenticeship in an electrical discipline to SVQ level 3. Evidenced equivalent significant experience will also be considered e.g. JIB graded, ECS card holder, CSCS gold card holder .

They must also have obtained a qualification in electrical installations, for example City and Guilds 2382 or BS7671 18th Edition. 17th Edition will be accepted where the candidate is willing to undertake the 18th Edition course.

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, Right to work in UK checks as well as a Medical Assessment (inclusive of BMI and blood pressure check etc).

*Please note the annual pay package is dependent on qualifications, skills and experience, and is made up of basic salary plus temporary allowances – more details of this will be communicated should you proceed to interview stage.

Responsibilities
Carry out reactive / planned maintenance and complete minor works as defined and specified on electrical distribution systems, plant, equipment, and associated assets. 
Maintain a safe and healthy working environment in accordance with local regulations and relevant statutory legislation.  
Monitor and adjust systems to ensure optimum performance of the plant and equipment installed onsite. Produce related reports and recommendations as required. 
Become familiar with the operation and maintenance of the various SPS systems. Providing support and advice on electrical and electronic issues to the Technical Manager. Assisting other members of the team with their activities as required. 
Complete and sign work orders as issued by the SPS Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Provide timely pre-emptive condition reports to the Technical Manager as required. 
Assess and order parts and equipment necessary for individual tasks, in conjunction with the administrator. 
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

Applicant should have served a recognised apprenticeship in an electrical discipline to SVQ level 3.Evidenced equivalent significant experience will also be considered e.g. JIB graded, ECS card holder, CSCS gold card holder 

Please ensure CV clearly outlines the above qualifications deemed as essential. 

They must also have obtained a qualification in electrical installations, for example City and Guilds 2382 or BS7671 18th Edition. 17th Edition will be accepted where the candidate is willing to undertake the 18th Edition course. (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. An understanding of electronic systems maintenance and repairs. (Essential)

Please ensure CV provides an example specific to the above criteria. 

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:
Guidance for Applicants - External CSF v4 (1).pdf – 329KB
Competencies for Success Framework (2).pdf – 1008KB

This opportunity is closed to applications.