Estate Senior Technician

Insight; Basildon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a qualified Estates Senior Technician in Basildon, United Kingdom. You will ensure the reliability of critical hospital systems through maintenance and emergency responses. Key responsibilities include operating on a shift rota, handling maintenance on generators, fire alarms, and medical gas systems, and conducting risk assessments. This role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and the chance to impact patient care effectively.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Recognised technician qualification in Electrical or Mechanical engineering.
• Proven hands-on experience with estates plant and systems.
• Ability to operate efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdowns during on-call shifts, ensuring patient safety.
• Carry out maintenance on various critical systems.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical or Mechanical Technician qualification (ONC/HNC or equivalent)

Significant practical experience working independently

Strong technical knowledge of specifications, drawings, and manuals

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to make informed decisions under pressure

Flexibility to travel across sites

Job description

Are you a qualified Electrical or Mechanical Technician with proven hands-on experience in complex estates plant? This is your chance to join one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country, serving a population of 1.2 million people. As an Estates Senior Technician, you'll play a vital role in keeping critical hospital services running 24/7. Working within a multi-skilled team, you'll carry out planned preventative maintenance, respond to emergency breakdowns, and support installations across multiple sites. You'll be part of a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts patient care and safety. What You'll Be Doing

Responsibilities

• Operate on a shift rota with on-call duties, responding to breakdowns day and night
• Carry out maintenance and fault-finding on generators, fire alarms, lighting, boilers, air‑handling units, chiller plant, medical gas systems, and water networks
• Support installations and refurbishments of building fabrications
• Respond effectively to emergencies, prioritising safety for patients, staff, and visitors
• Conduct and document risk assessments for medium and high‑risk tasks
• Ensure compliance with Trust policies, statutory standards, and health & safety legislation

Qualifications

• Recognised Electrical or Mechanical Technician qualification (ONC/HNC or equivalent)
• Significant practical experience working independently on estates plant and systems
• Strong technical knowledge of specifications, drawings, and manuals
• Ability to elevate serious issues and make informed decisions under pressure
• Flexibility to travel across Trust sites
• Excellent organisational skills and commitment to high‑quality workmanship
• A team player who shares our values of Care, Excel, and Innovate

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus shift and on‑call allowances
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A supportive team environment with mentoring and leadership opportunities
• The chance to make a real difference by keeping essential hospital services