Electrical Maintenance Team Leader - NHS Estates

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Frome; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a qualified Electrical Maintenance Technician/Team Leader in Frome to ensure the safety and reliability of hospital infrastructure. This role requires leadership in a maintenance team, compliance with safety regulations, and hands-on maintenance of electrical systems. The position offers flexible working options and a Recruitment and Retention payment to support your career in healthcare.

Benefits

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified electrician with experience in electrical systems.
• Ability to supervise and lead a team effectively.
• Knowledge of statutory regulations and NHS standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of electrical craftspersons.
• Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance.
• Support installation and fault-finding on electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations.
• Coordinate contractor works and contribute to service delivery.

Skills

Electrical systems maintenance

Team leadership

Compliance with safety regulations

Fault finding on electrical systems

Education

Qualified electrician

Job description

Overview

Are you a qualified electrician looking for a rewarding career beyond the private sector? Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician/Team Leader to join our Estates & Facilities team in the Mendip area. This is more than just a maintenance role; it’s an opportunity to contribute to the safety and wellbeing of patients, staff, and visitors by ensuring our hospital infrastructure runs smoothly and safely. You’ll cover the Trust sites in the Mendip area including Frome and Shepton Mallet Community Hospitals, Priory Health Park and Glastonbury Health Centre. The role also offers a Recruitment and Retention payment of 3500 per year in addition to the annual salary.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising a team of electrical craftspersons.
• Carrying out planned, preventative, and reactive electrical maintenance across NHS facilities.
• Supporting installation, testing, commissioning, and fault-finding on a wide range of electrical systems including LV circuits, switchgear, and generators.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and NHS Health Technical Memorandums (HTMs).
• Coordinating contractor works and contributing to service planning and delivery.

Apply today and become part of a team that directly supports patient care through safe and reliable infrastructure.

Benefits

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
• Blue Light Card with exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, plus NHS-specific perks