Craftsperson Electrical

PAN TRADE; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chester is seeking an Electrician to join their Estates Maintenance Team. The role involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems across properties. Candidates must possess a City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate or an equivalent qualification, along with a recognised Electrical apprenticeship. Competitive salary with additional on-call pay and benefits are offered.

Benefits

On-call pay

Enhanced bank holiday pay

Induction program for new starters

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Craft Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Recognised Electrical apprenticeship with a high level of competence.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair electrical equipment across Trust properties.
• Act as Competent Person (CP) as defined in HTM 06-02.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and LV distribution diagrams.
• Troubleshoot, test and inspect electrical systems and components.
• Participate in the on-call rota as required.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Troubleshooting

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, conscientious and dedicated Electrician to join an Estates Maintenance Team responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment at properties owned and maintained by Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Trust. The role will require the post holder to undertake the role of Competent Person (CP) as defined within Health Technical Memorandum 06-02. The post holder will operate as part of a diverse maintenance team with a wide-ranging knowledge of electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair electrical equipment across Trust properties.
• Act as Competent Person (CP) as defined in HTM 06-02.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and LV distribution diagrams.
• Troubleshoot, test and inspect electrical systems and components.
• Participate in the on-call rota as required.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Craft Certificate or equivalent qualification (NVQ 3, BTEC/National Certificate/Diploma or ONC/OND) and a recognised Electrical apprenticeship with a high level of competence.

Salary and benefits

The salary is Agenda for Change Band 4. The RRP is £6,040.95 per annum. On-call pay is £21.92 per call (minimum 1.5 hours); additional on-call time paid at time and a half, including travel time. Enhanced bank holiday pay for on-call and time back in lieu. New entrants start at the minimum of the scale. Up to three weeks induction with the Prepare to Care programme for all new starters.

About Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

We provide health and care services across multiple sites and are rated Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with an overall Good rating. We are Disability Confident, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware, and Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award holder. We are committed to inclusive recruitment and values-based interviewing.

Application information

Please download the job description for full details. Our recruitment process assesses competence and values. If you require support, review the Trust's values and provide examples in your application. Applications from armed forces personnel are encouraged. DBS check is required and may involve a deduction from salary; you may enrol in the DBS Update Service for a small annual fee.