Hospital Engineer (Electrical Bias)

KIMS Hospital; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

KIMS Hospital is seeking a Hospital Engineer with an Electrical Bias to join their Estates team. This role involves ensuring the maintenance and compliance of the hospital's facilities, requiring a proactive approach and participation in an on-call rota. Candidates should have a NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering and a strong knowledge of electrical systems.

Qualifications

• Recognised time-served apprenticeship required.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and technical standards essential.
• Experience in a hospital or complex building services environment desirable.

Responsibilities

• Complete electrical installations and maintenance in line with BS7671.
• Participate in on-call rota and respond to urgent maintenance needs.
• Ensure compliance with hospital safety systems and statutory standards.

Skills

Electrical distribution systems

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Time-served apprenticeship

Job description

Hospital Engineer – (Electrical Bias)
Location: KIMS Hospital, Maidstone, Kent
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 per annum

About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified engineer with an Electrical Bias to join our dedicated Estates team at KIMS Hospital, the largest independent hospital in Kent.

As a Hospital Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of a safe and efficient engineering and compliance service, ensuring our facilities are maintained to the highest standard for our patients and staff. This role requires a proactive and flexible approach, including participation in an on-call rota.

Role Responsibilities
You will be completing electrical installations and alteration works in line with BS7671, carrying out both planned preventative maintenance and responsive repairs across the hospital site.

The role includes working to statutory standards, including Health Technical Memorandums (HTMs), and contributing to capital and improvement works as required. You will also be required to support cross-functional Estates duties, ensuring compliance with hospital safety systems, such as Permit to Work procedures and risk assessments, and maintain secure and safe work environments at all times.

In addition, you will be expected to liaise with internal teams and external contractors to ensure all work is delivered to the highest standard and within agreed timeframes. Participation in the on-call rota is essential, responding to urgent maintenance requirements outside normal working hours.

What We’re Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will need to have completed a recognised time-served apprenticeship and hold an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.

You will have knowledge of electrical distribution systems, standby generation, fire alarms, and building management systems. You’ll be a strong team player, able to work under pressure, communicate effectively and demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills. Previous experience working in a hospital or complex building services environment is desirable but not essential.

Key Requirements

• Time-served recognised apprenticeship
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering
• Strong working knowledge of electrical systems and relevant technical standards
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and compliance
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rota and support cross-trade tasks when required

Working at KIMS Hospital
KIMS Hospital is Kent’s largest independent hospital, providing safe, outstanding quality care to both NHS and private patients. Our Estates team plays a vital role in ensuring our facilities are maintained to the highest standards, enabling the hospital to operate safely and efficiently every day.

We are proud to support a working environment that is inclusive, collaborative and focused on continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation where your expertise will be valued and your contribution will make a real difference.

To Apply
If you are an experienced and qualified electrical maintenance professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Juliet would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 538114 or email [e-mail].

Any offers of employment made by KIMS Hospital for this/these position(s) will be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of a satisfactory DBS Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Information about the DBS checks can be found athttps://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

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