Assistant Electrical Technical Manager

Equans UK & Ireland; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Life Cover 1.5x salary

Employee discounts

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

CSR days: 2 per year

Learning opportunities and training

Employee referral rewards

Employee networks

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Equans is recruiting an Assistant Electrical Technical Manager for Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth. The role is permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with a competitive salary and benefits package.

The post holder will lead LV electrical inspection/testing, certification, and compliance across the hospital estate, supporting the Technical Manager in HV/LV infrastructure maintenance and HTMs/BS7671 compliance.

Qualifications

• Qualified electrical engineer with inspection/testing expertise across hospital estates.
• Experience producing EICRs and related certificates to BS 7671.
• Strong understanding of health and safety and statutory electrical compliance.

Responsibilities

• Undertake periodic inspection and testing of LV installations across the hospital estate.
• Produce EICRs, Minor Works Certificates and Electrical Installation Certificates as required.
• Maintain inspection/test/certification records within CAFM and ensure documentation is up to date.
• Support 24-hour maintenance service for Portsmouth University Hospital.
• Ensure safe systems of work in line with HTMs, Codes of Practice and ISO 9001.
• Support management and maintenance of HV/LV distribution systems.
• Provide technical support for complex electrical issues on estate infrastructure.
• Manage specialist contractors, review risk assessments and permits to work.
• Contribute to site life-cycle and compliance plans.
• Work in areas occupied by patients and staff with due regard to safety and data protection.

Skills

Electrical inspection

Testing

EICRs

Fault-finding

HV/LV knowledge

Code compliance

Education

City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing)

NVQ/ONC/HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

18th Edition (BS 7671)

Job description

Equans is looking for an Assistant Electrical Technical Manager to join the team at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

The post holder will undertake electrical inspection, testing, certification and compliance activities across the Portsmouth University Hospital estate, ensuring all LV electrical systems remain safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

Working within the Estates Team, the post holder will support the Technical Manager in the efficient operation and maintenance of the hospital’s HV and LV electrical infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on carrying out periodic inspection and testing in accordance with City & Guilds 2391, BS 7671, HTM guidance and statutory regulations. The role will also contribute to the promotion of good engineering practices and support healthcare engineering compliance across the estate.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a qualified electrical engineer to step up. With paid overtime and on call, the opportunity to earn Authorised Person (LV and HV) qualifications, IOSH Managing Safety qualification, as well as opportunities to develop and grow with an experienced team.

What will you deliver?

• Undertake and plan periodic inspection and testing of LV electrical installations throughout the hospital estate in line with current legislation, HTMs, relevant British Standards and recognised industry guidance
• Produce accurate Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs), Minor Works Certificates and Electrical Installation Certificates as required
• Maintain comprehensive inspection, test and certification records within the CAFM system and ensure statutory compliance documentation is up to date
• Support the estates management team in the provision of a 24-hour maintenance service within Portsmouth University Hospital for the SPV
• Ensure safe systems of work are used, in line with HTMs, recognised Codes of Practice, Equans Quality Management System (ISO 9001), Health & Safety at Work Act, COSHH Regulations, Electricity at Work Regulations and all other applicable legislation
• Support the management and maintenance of HV and LV electrical distribution systems
• Provide technical support and advice in resolving complex electrical engineering issues relating to the estate infrastructure
• Support and manage specialist contractors, reviewing risk assessment and method statements, issuing permits to work, ensuring compliance with site procedures and standards
• Assist in the delivery and continuous development of the site life-cycle and compliance plans
• Work in areas occupied by patients, visitors and staff, having due regard for health, safety, dignity, confidentiality and Data Protection requirements

What can we offer you?

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing (or equivalent recognised qualification)
• NVQ Level 3, ONC, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
• Extensive experience carrying out electrical inspection, testing and certification of commercial or healthcare electrical installations
• Experience producing EICRs and associated certification to BS 7671 requirements
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience working on LV distribution systems, switchgear, final circuits and associated infrastructure
• Good understanding of statutory electrical compliance requirements
• Strong understanding of electrical health and safety requirements

This role includes a DBS Standard check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.