Band 4 Maintenance Craftsperson (electrical) | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major NHS healthcare provider in London is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to undertake maintenance and repairs across its facilities. The role involves fault finding, compliance with safety standards, and completion of inspection documentation. Opportunities for career growth and flexible working hours are available. The position requires expertise in electrical systems and adherence to the latest regulations.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Generous benefits

Career training opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in electrical engineering or maintenance.
• Proven skill in fault finding on complex systems.
• Knowledge of relevant safety and compliance protocols.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Ensure compliance with Wiring Regulations during installations.
• Request remedial work in accordance with safety guidelines.

Skills

Electrical equipment maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Compliance with Wiring Regulations

Using Building Management Systems

Job description

Overview

Undertaking maintenance, repairs, minor improvement and capital work across the Trust as directed by management, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures. Performs work including activities which are complex and/or non-routine. Responsible for the calibration and fault finding on a wide range of engineering plant and equipment (electrical distribution, lighting, fire detection, building control and automation, standby generator plant, security access control, CCTV, nurse call systems and data-communications).

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, service and repair a range of electrical equipment
• Use computer applications software for accessing, programming and fault diagnosis for the Building Management System
• Undertake fault finding on complex LV networks, critical systems and equipment.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance inspections and commissioning tests in accordance with Trust procedures
• Complete all report sheets and test certificates as necessary
• Responsible for undertaking portable electrical equipment and fixed installation testing and general inspections
• To follow planned maintenance schedules
• Undertakes electrical testing and monitors results to ensure compliance with the latest edition of the Wiring Regulations BS7671. Requesting remedial works or emergency isolations as and when required
• Responsible for undertaking Electrical installations in accordance with the latest edition of the Wiring Regulations BS7671
• Interprets and follows the regulations at all times
• Immediately notifies the Maintenance Supervisor of any deviation from the regulations
• Follows detailed engineering drawings and specifications
• Uses all relevant tools and equipment within safety guidelines as necessary for the completion of works
• Undertakes inspection and commissioning tests for the installation and issues the appropriate completion certificates

About the employer

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

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This advert closes on Monday 29 Sep 2025