ELECTRICIAN – METROPOLITAN POLICE SPECIAL EVENTS CONTRACT

Salary: £34,000 base + overtime
Contract: London Metropolitan Police – Special Events Division
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00
Location: Office-based in New Addington (CR0), with regular travel across Greater London as required
Security Clearance: Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain CTC Security Clearance due to the sensitive nature of the role.

ABOUT THE SPECIAL EVENTS CONTRACT

This is a unique and dynamic contract that supports the Metropolitan Police Service in delivering operational and public safety services for special events across London. Activities include:

• Supporting pre-planned events, ceremonial occasions, demonstrations, and responses to major incidents
• Deploying and maintaining temporary infrastructure, including signage, traffic management systems, street furniture, and crime scene equipment
• Providing engineering and procurement services for temporary utilities such as power, lighting, and water
• Assisting with evidence preservation, access and egress management, and logistical support to ensure public safety

No two days are the same – if you are looking for a role that goes beyond standard electrical maintenance, this is the opportunity for you!

• Carry out electrical safety checks, planned maintenance, reactive callouts, and repairs across a variety of temporary installations
• Conduct Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and ensure compliance with all statutory building and electrical regulations
• Perform regular monitoring and inspection procedures as part of the preventative maintenance programme
• Maintain accurate records of works completed and promptly return Work Orders for administrative processing
• Assist with the installation, maintenance, and safe operation of temporary power and lighting systems for special events
• Adhere to all Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental policies, actively promoting a zero-accident culture
• Liaise effectively with operational teams and client representatives to ensure works are delivered to high standards