Electrical Shift Engineer

HCA Healthcare UK; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in London is seeking a Shift Engineer - Electrical to maintain electrical systems at The Wellington Hospital. This permanent, full-time role requires NVQ Level 2 Electrical and prior experience in electrical maintenance, preferably within healthcare. The position offers competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and private healthcare insurance among other benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

Private healthcare insurance

Private pension contribution

Season Ticket Loan

Group Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Training in relevant discipline, preferably electrical.
• Previous experience ideally within a hospital environment.
• Good understanding of electrical systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the existing electrical structure of the hospital.
• Work within a planned preventative maintenance system.
• Provide emergency call-out service as part of shift rota.

Skills

Understanding of electrical systems

Experience in electrical maintenance

Ability to maintain high standards of workmanship

Education

City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 Electrical or equivalent

Relevant Qualifications (C&G or equivalent to level 2 or level 3)

Job description

Overview

Shift Engineer - Electrical • The Wellington Hospital, London • Full-time, 40 hours per week

Shifts are Monday–Sunday, Day shift 08:00–16:30, Late shift 11:00–19:30. On-call 1 in 8 weeks and 1 in 4 late shifts. This is a permanent role with a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

What you'll do

• Provide a high standard of workmanship maintaining the existing electrical structure and fabric of the building on a daily basis
• Work to a planned preventative maintenance system in accordance with a programme of work as directed by the Estates Manager / Chief Engineer
• Provide an emergency call-out service outside normal working hours as part of the Estates department shift rota
• Be responsible for all tools, equipment and uniform provided by the company
• Undertake other duties as may be directed by the Estates Manager / Chief Engineer

What you'll bring

• Training in relevant discipline e.g. City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 Electrical or equivalent
• A good understanding of electrical systems
• Relevant Qualifications (C&G or Equivalent to level 2 or level 3)
• Previous experience of working in the electrical maintenance industry, ideally within a hospital

Why HCA UK

HCA UK is a large multisite healthcare group focused on care and improvement of human life. We offer opportunities for career progression, flexible benefits, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits (illustrative examples)

• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), with option to buy or sell leave
• Private healthcare insurance
• Private pension contribution, increasing with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work schemes
• Group Life Assurance from day one; enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Staff discounts and a range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits

Notes

This description reflects the role at The Wellington Hospital, London. The text omits any non-essential or duplicative content from the original source. EEO and equal opportunity statements, where applicable, are retained as provided by the employer.