Electrician

Sodexo; Manchester; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Facilities Specialist at Manchester University Hospital. The role involves ensuring safe operation and maintenance of hospital estate systems and equipment. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified Electrician with strong problem-solving and technical skills, ready to make a difference in patient experiences.

Benefits

Mental health and wellbeing resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on high street brands

Retirement savings plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working

Full training and protective uniform

Opportunities for learning and development

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Electrician with certifications.
• Current with 18th Edition IET Regulations.
• Proficient in reading technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operation and maintenance of hospital equipment.
• Carry out repairs, installations, and testing.
• Comply with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Technical repair

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ Electrician certification

18th Edition IET Regulations

Job description

Job Description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• 37.5 hrs pw 5 days
• 07:00 - 15:00 or 08:00 - 16:00
• £15.33 - £18.66 per hour + any enhancements
• Blue Light Card
• 27 days Holidays
• Location is Manchester

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Job Introduction

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

As an Electrician at Sodexo, we're looking for someone who keeps things running smoothly-the one who knows how to solve problems, offer expert advice, and ensure the hospital estate operates at its best. As a Facilities Specialist at Manchester University Hospital, you'll be the go-to expert for technical support and maintenance across equipment, building systems, and utility services.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You'll Do:

• Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of plant, equipment, and systems across the hospital estate.
• Carry out repairs, installations, and testing to a high standard.
• Comply with all health and safety, hygiene, and statutory regulations, including COSHH and fire safety.
• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and efficient environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

What You Bring:

• Fully qualified Electrician (City & Guilds/NVQ)
• Current with 18th Edition IET Regulations (or equivalent)
• Solid fault-finding, problem-solving, and technical repair skills
• Ability to read technical drawings and diagnose issues.
• Excellent time management, teamwork, and communication
• A positive, initiative-taking approach-able to work independently or as part of a team.

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn't just a job - it's a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications - so don't wait!

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer.We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer.We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.