Electrician

EQUANS; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave

Life Cover 1.5x salary

Employee discounts

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

CSR days per year

Learning opportunities and training

Employee referral rewards

Access to employee networks

Mental wellbeing app

Job summary

EQUANS is seeking a qualified Electrician to join our Glasgow team at Stobhill Hospital on a permanent basis. The role is full-time (37.5 hours) with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Reporting to the Facilities Team Leader, you will maintain electrical systems across healthcare contracts, perform safety-related work, and contribute to continuous operations. Hospital experience is desirable; a recognised apprenticeship and certification are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a recognised electrical apprenticeship and have experience in electrical maintenance.
• Hospital maintenance experience is desirable but not essential.
• Competent to undertake/assist work on building service systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of SHTM and Permit to Work procedures is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive electrical maintenance and minor project works on building systems, generators, emergency lighting, and related equipment.
• Issue permits-to-work and prepare method statements and risk assessments.
• Respond to unplanned events within SLA timeframes to minimise disruption and penalties.
• Collaborate with Facilities Team Leaders and external contractors on plant or equipment issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work including test certificates and reports.
• Participate in an on-call rota for 24/7 service coverage and occasional site travel.
• Uphold EQUANS standards in client interactions, especially with NHS representatives.
• Engage in ongoing training and development to meet business needs.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Safety procedures

Problem solving

On-call readiness

Education

Electrical apprenticeship

Certification in electrical maintenance

Job description

Equans is looking for an Electrician to join our team at Stobhill Hospital, Glasgow on a permanent basis. This is a full time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is competitive salary and in addition you will receive an excellent benefits package.

We are seeking a skilled Electrician with a recognised apprenticeship and certification in electrical maintenance. Reporting to the Facilities Team Leader, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, continuous operation and maintenance of electrical supplies, building systems, plant, equipment, fabric, and grounds across our healthcare contracts.

What will you deliver?

• Perform planned and reactive electrical maintenance, repairs, and minor project works involving building systems, generators, emergency lighting, fire alarms, AHUs, water systems, medical gas systems, and pressure equipment.
• Work in strict compliance with EQUANS safety rules and Scottish Health Technical Memoranda (SHTM), including confined spaces and medical gas standards.
• Act as an Appointed Person (after training) for electrical safety procedures and issue permits-to-work by preparing method statements and risk assessments.
• Respond promptly to unplanned events within Service Level Agreement timeframes to minimize service disruption and financial penalties.
• Collaborate effectively with Facilities Team Leaders and external contractors regarding plant or equipment issues and assist in procurement when necessary.
• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work including test certificates, reports, and task assessments.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and workspaces in an organized and safe manner.
• Participate in an on-call rota supporting 24/7 service coverage and be prepared for occasional travel to other sites as required.
• Promote good teamwork, support colleagues, and uphold EQUANS' high standards in client interaction, particularly with NHS representatives.
• Undertake ongoing training and development to enhance skills and fulfill business needs.

What can we offer you?

On offer is competitive salary and in addition you will receive an excellent benefits package, which includes;

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• Must have successfully completed a recognised electrical apprenticeship and have previous experience in a similar role carrying out electrical maintenance duties. Hospital maintenance experience is desirable but not essential.
• Be competent to undertake/assist work on the type of building service systems and equipment for which the appointment is sought.
• Be familiar with the type of systems and equipment on which work is required to be undertaken.
• Possess technical knowledge and sufficient experience to avoid any danger that may be presented by the work to be undertaken.
• Have an adequate knowledge of and within the preceding three years have received training in first aid (including CPR Training). If not held, training will be given.
• Desirable but not essential to have some knowledge of all the relevant Scottish Health Technical Memoranda (SHTM) and to work within Permit to Work procedures as appropriate SHTM 06 - 01, BSRIA, L8, pressure systems Regulations 2000, etc).
• This role includes a Disclosure Scotland PVG check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world.

Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

Our ambition

At Equans, we are driven by our ambition to be recognised for our operational excellence and as the best place to work for our employees. This commitment extends to achieving global and sustainable performance through Impact, ensuring that everything we do aligns with our core values—Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus.

We take ownership, act with integrity, and set high standards. We listen, support, and care for one another. We collaborate and build trust to achieve shared goals, always striving to meet our customers' needs in a proactive and pragmatic way. These values shape our culture, strengthen our community, and inspire us to deliver excellence every day.

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.