Hospital Electrical Maintenance Technician (Shift)

Sodexo; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRP weekly allowance

Shift allowance

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Hospital is seeking an Electrician Maintenance Craftsman to maintain and repair electrical systems across its facilities. The role operates on a 24-hour rotating shift, ensuring safe, reliable operation of complex electrical and control systems within a hospital environment.

You will diagnose faults, perform tests, and coordinate with contractors while prioritising patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Diagnose, test, and repair faults in complex electrical installations in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, test, and repair faults in complex electrical installations and hospital specific medical and life safety systems.
• Investigate causes of electrical failures or breakdowns within hospital infrastructure and undertake necessary remedial actions to ensure continuous operation.
• Maintain, install, and commission electrical systems and minor works across hospital facilities, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, electrical standards, and healthcare safety protocols.
• Conduct risk assessments for electrical maintenance and repair activities, implementing safe working practices to protect staff, patients, and visitors.
• Liaise with external contractors, suppliers, and hospital departments to coordinate electrical works and ensure adherence to health and safety policies.
• Keep detailed records of electrical plant, equipment, and maintenance history, including testing and certification documentation.
• Ensure all electrical systems in hospital environments comply with healthcare regulations and standards, maintaining high levels of safety and reliability.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Health and safety

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Power tools

Ladders & scaffolding

Job description

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Hospital is seeking an Electrician Maintenance Craftsman to maintain and repair electrical systems across its facilities. The role operates on a 24-hour rotating shift, ensuring safe, reliable operation of complex electrical and control systems within a hospital environment.

You will diagnose faults, perform tests, and coordinate with contractors while prioritising patient safety and regulatory compliance.