Electricians - Hmp Edinburgh

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The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is currently recruiting permanent Electricians to work within HMP Edinburgh.
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 GBP36,700 + 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 01/04/25 further increasing salaries - details of the 2024/25 pay point values can be found in our attached Pay & Benefits statement.
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.
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).
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 this advertised maximum salary is inclusive of an additional Geographical RRA (recruitment retention allowance) of GBP3,000 which has been granted until December 2024 at present and will be further reviewed at this point.
Responsibilities
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Carry out reactive and planned maintenance and minor works throughout the establishment as instructed to all electrical plant, equipment and systems.
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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.
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Monitor and adjust electrical control systems to ensure optimum performance within guidelines as well as electrical inspection and testing.
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To provide technical support and advice on electrical and electronic issues to the Technical Manager and other staff as necessary.
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Assume practical responsibility for all electrical installations, and provide timely pre-emptive condition reports to the Technical Manager.
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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
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Have served a recognised apprenticeship and have obtained a qualification in an electrical discipline to a minimum of SVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
Please ensure CV clearly outlines the above qualifications deemed as essential.
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Hold a current electrical qualification in electrical installations, for example City and Guilds 2382 or BS7671 (18th Edition).
Please ensure CV clearly outlines the above qualifications deemed as essential.
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Knowledge, Skills and Experience Requirements
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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.
Please ensure CV provides an example specific to the above criteria.
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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.
Please ensure CV provides a clear example of the above and/or willingness to develop
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Sound knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation, Risk Assessments and Method Statements (Safe Systems of Work).
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Ability to interpret from drawings, instructions, and specifications.
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Behaviour Requirements
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Solve Problems & Make Decisions
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Change & Improve
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Relationships & Collaboration
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Develop Ourselves & Others
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Final Stage Interview