Band 3 Electrical Maintenance Assistant

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an Electrical Maintenance Assistant to join the team. The role includes maintenance and operation of electrical services with responsibilities including compliance with health and safety regulations, functional testing of equipment, and teamwork in a collaborative setting. Essential qualifications include a relevant electrical diploma and hands-on experience in electrical engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in Electrical Engineering or Building services.
• Ability to perform manual handling and work at heights.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance duties and respond to electrical issues.
• Ensure safety standards are maintained according to regulations.
• Participate in overtime when required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Basic electrical principles

Health and Safety knowledge

Education

City & Guilds 2365 Level 2 Electrical Diploma

NVQ Level 2 in Electrical Engineering

BTEC/ONC in Electrical Engineering

City & Guilds 2365 Level 3 Electrical Diploma (desirable)

Bs7671 18th Edition regs (desirable)

PAT testing Qualifications (desirable)

Job description

Job summary

The successful post holder will be involved in the day-to-day operation and maintenance of Electrical services, plant and equipment within all Trust and within their remit, including some installation work. They will be part of a team of Maintenance Assistants carrying out planned and unplanned maintenance duties as directed by the Electrical Supervisor and Team leader.

Main duties of the job

To undertake all work activities as requested by the Electrical Supervisor/Estates Officer.

To work in accordance with Trust safety rules and procedures at all times.

To actively participate in the operation of facilities labour control scheme, by completion of all paperwork and reports as required by the scheme.

Carry out all work on equipment as required by the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, COSHH Regulations, Building and Construction Regulations and the Trust's Safety Policy.

To work overtime to carry out repairs/maintenance not possible during normal hours.

To liaise with the Electrical Supervisor regarding plant or equipment failures, or deviations to regulations, and to request the supply of goods and/or services as necessary.

At all times when on duty or on call, to carry Trust communication devices such as mobile telephones, two-way radios, or pagers to facilitate immediate response to emergencies.

Perform functional testing of portable and fixed appliances, engineering plant, lighting, fire detection and nurse call systems.

Use of calibrated precision test and measuring instrumentation to establish plant and equipment operating parameters and records results of same on test certificates.

Uses all relevant diagnostic, and hand tools within safety guidelines as necessary for the completion of works.

Ensure that all accidents, incidents, near misses, damages and irregularities are documented and reported to a manager in accordance with Trust policy.

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Details Date posted

06 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,169 to £25,674 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

12453

Job locations

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

Job description Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Job description Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• City & Guilds 2365 Level 2 Electrical Diploma.
• Or,
• An equivalent qualification such as NVQ Level 2 in a relevant Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering discipline.
• Or,
• BTEC/ONC in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.

Desirable

• City & Guilds 2365 Level 3 Electrical Diploma.
• Bs7671 18th Edition regs
• Pat testing Qualifications.

Experience Essential

• Completion of 2 years minimum experience in Electrical Engineering, equipment or a background of Building services installation, alteration, maintenance, or fault finding.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in an acute Hospital environment or similar demanding role.

Additional Criteria Essential

• Reasonably clear and effective in verbal and written communications.
• Capable working to deadlines.
• Adaptable to change.
• Experience of working in electrical engineering or building services installation, alteration, maintenance or fault finding.
• Previous electrical knowledge to enable basic isolation of electrical circuits.
• Previous electrical experience in a similar/ same role.
• Basic knowledge in electrical principles.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety rules/ legislation.
• Available for undertaking overtime.
• Physically demanding role requiring manual handling of loads, extremes of temperature and the ability to work at heights or in confined spaces.
• Appreciation of his/her own limitations
• Good Verbal and written communication skills.
• Work effectively as a team member.
• Ability to cover other functions for short periods of time (stores)
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• IT skills

Desirable

• Clean driving licence

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• City & Guilds 2365 Level 2 Electrical Diploma.
• Or,
• An equivalent qualification such as NVQ Level 2 in a relevant Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering discipline.
• Or,
• BTEC/ONC in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.

Desirable

• City & Guilds 2365 Level 3 Electrical Diploma.
• Bs7671 18th Edition regs
• Pat testing Qualifications.

Experience Essential

• Completion of 2 years minimum experience in Electrical Engineering, equipment or a background of Building services installation, alteration, maintenance, or fault finding.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in an acute Hospital environment or similar demanding role.

Additional Criteria Essential

• Reasonably clear and effective in verbal and written communications.
• Capable working to deadlines.
• Adaptable to change.
• Experience of working in electrical engineering or building services installation, alteration, maintenance or fault finding.
• Previous electrical knowledge to enable basic isolation of electrical circuits.
• Previous electrical experience in a similar/ same role.
• Basic knowledge in electrical principles.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety rules/ legislation.
• Available for undertaking overtime.
• Physically demanding role requiring manual handling of loads, extremes of temperature and the ability to work at heights or in confined spaces.
• Appreciation of his/her own limitations
• Good Verbal and written communication skills.
• Work effectively as a team member.
• Ability to cover other functions for short periods of time (stores)
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• IT skills

Desirable

• Clean driving licence

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)