On-Site Electrician HMP Styal

HMP/YOI Styal, Wilmslow (SK9 4HR)
£30,866 – £36,135 + 15% weekend allowance
39 hours per week | 07:45 – 16:30 Sat – Thu (finish at 15:30 Fri) | Permanent

We’re looking for a qualified Electrician to join our on‑site team at HMP/YOI Styal, working on a long‑term Ministry of Justice contract with Amey.

This is a single‑site role — no travelling, no moving jobs around the region — offering steady work, clear routines, and long‑term security.

What you’ll be doing
Planned and preventative electrical maintenance
Fault finding and repairs across the prison site
Like‑for‑like replacements and minor works
Electrical testing and inspections to BS7671
Working safely, following set procedures and systems of work
Occasional escorting duties as required
What you’ll need
Level 2 Electrical qualification
18th Edition (17th Edition considered with upskilling support)
Experience in electrical maintenance
Knowledge of Electrical Systems and Electricity at Work Regulations
Good Health & Safety awareness
Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
Basic IT skills
Fire alarm or CCTV experience is useful but not essential.

Weekend working is 1 in 4 on a rota, paid with a 15% allowance.

Why HMP/YOI Styal?
One permanent site — no travelling between jobs
Well‑run prison with structured routines
Supportive facilities team
Ideal for electricians wanting stability and work–life balance
Prison security clearance and Enhanced DBS with Child Barring required (full support provided).

What we offer
Long-term, secure employment
Career progression opportunities
Funded training and development
24 days’ holiday + bank holidays
Pension, flexible benefits, discounts, and on-site parking/gym
About Amey

Who we are
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.

What we do
We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers

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Vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.

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