Technical Manager – Electrical

Inverness and will transfer to the new HMP Highland on opening £36,268 - £42,587 plus temporary RRA (recruitment retention allowance) of £1500 per annum, until maximum of the pay band is reached, then £1000 is given An exciting opportunity has arisen within HMP Inverness as we recruit for a Technical Manager Electrical to join the Estates Team. The Technical Manager (Electrical) is responsible for leading a team of Maintenance Engineers and Operatives. They will manage the maintenance team workload through our computerised maintenance management system (CMMS) to ensure the estate complies with statutory regulations and service level agreements. The role involves planning and directing Engineers and Operatives to carry out reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM), installation work and routine and complex electrical repairs. The Technical Manager will plan and monitor local and national contracts. There are additional procurement responsibilities with Local contracts. If you have the following, we would like to hear from you: · Have served a recognised apprenticeship and 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. Willing to undertake BS7671 (18th Edition) if not a current holder. (essential) · Have completed an HNC in an engineering subject. (desirable) · Have experience in the installation, repair, maintenance, test and inspection of electrical systems in an industrial / commercial environment. This includes experience of providing support, direction and leadership to others carrying out similar electrical bias works. Have a basic understanding of mechanical systems and building fabric or be willing to develop these skills. (essential) · Evidence of your excellent organisational skills, demonstrating your ability to prioritise, forward plan and manage competing demands to ensure outputs are delivered on time. This should include works for internal resources and local / national contracts. Experience of utilising CMMS and other I.T systems to monitor and plan workloads. (essential) · Sound knowledge of relevant legislation including Health & Safety, Safe Systems of Work, Electricity at Work, Building and Fire Regulations and working to BS7671. (essential) · Evidence of your excellent problem-solving skills and your ability to provide practical and creative solutions to a range of resourcing and technical issues. (essential) 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 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. For information on the job, including full job description and person specification, and to apply for these vacancies please visit the Scottish Prison Service website. We are committed to your personal and professional development and offer a wide range of career progression opportunities. Closing date: 31 October 2025.

Location: Crown, GB

Posted Date: 10/16/2025