Maintenance Technician (Electrical)

Equans UK & Ireland; Halifax; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave

Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary

Employee discount shopping schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Corporate social responsibility days

Professional training opportunities

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Equans UK & Ireland is looking for a Maintenance Technician (Electrical) for the Calderdale Royal Hospital contract in Halifax. This permanent full-time role requires proactive maintenance and repair of electrical systems within a healthcare setting.

The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, have at least 5 years of experience, and hold relevant electrical qualifications. This position offers a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package, including 24 days of annual leave and access to employee assistance programs.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 5 years of experience as an electrician.
• Hold NVQ Level 3 in Electrical qualification.
• Ability to work in a healthcare environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs and inspections of electrical systems.
• Participate in on-call rota and respond to maintenance issues.
• Handle systematic fault finding on malfunctioning equipment.

Skills

Proactive maintenance

Problem solving

Fault finding

Electrical systems maintenance

Education

Time served Electrician (5 years or more)

NVQ Level 3 Electrical

18th Edition 2391 or 2934/2935 qualification

Job description

EQUANS are looking for a Maintenance Technician (Electrical) for our Calderdale Royal Hospital contract in Halifax. This role would be a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

General Overview

To undertake a proactive role to carry out maintenance, repairs and inspection of building, mechanical and electrical services, associated systems, plant, and equipment in accordance with relevant standards and operational procedures. Participate in a On Call Rota to make sure the Hospital remains operational.

Impact

The successful candidate must be capable of working on their own initiative, thinking of alternative ways of working and being solutions driven and problem solving. Working in a live Hospital environment, minimise penalty deductions by responding in a timely manner to all maintenance issues in accordance with the requirements of the Concession / Project Agreement. Ensure there is minimum disruption to wards and departments throughout the site whilst carrying out works.

Complexity

• To undertake a proactive role carrying out maintenance, repairs and inspection on electrical systems, mechanical and associated building services. All in accordance with relevant standards and operational procedures and in compliance with legislation and guidance.
• As part of a skilled engineering team, you will carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks to various services across site and will involve varied tasks such as working on Lighting Systems, Nurse Call, L.V Electrical Installations, Security Systems, Motors, Pumps and associated building services in accordance with the PPM programme.
• Participate in the Engineer on call rota (Additional Payment associated).
• Respond in the required time to ad‑hoc breakdown requests as identified by supervisor / manager or as a minimum, to comply with contractual KPI’s.
• Assist in carrying out installation work involved in minor upgrading and adaptation works.
• Carry out systematic fault finding in a logical and safe manner on malfunctioning equipment.
• Carry out duties in accordance with safe working practices within statutory and Company guides.
• Complete and maintain records as and when appropriate and as required, whether written or electronic.
• Carry out required Authorised Person (AP) duties as required by site management and personal competence.
• Carry out additional Training when required to ensure competence and compliance with the Role.

Qualifications or Required Experience

• Time served Electrician (5 years or more)
• NVQ Level 3 Electrical
• 18th Edition 2391 or 2934/2935 qualification preferred but not essential.
• Previous Appointment as HV/LV AP
• Working in a Healthcare environment would be advantageous.

What can we offer you?

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including
• 24 days annual leave
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

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