Maintenance Technician Electrical

NHS; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking a Maintenance Technician Electrical to join their team at Fieldhead Hospital in Wakefield. This role involves maintaining electrical systems across various health centers, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and working within a dynamic team. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience, and will thrive in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is essential.
• Knowledge of NHS/Estates Services is preferred.
• Ability to work across trades and provide reports on incidents.

Responsibilities

• Maintain electrical equipment to a high standard and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Participate in an on-call rota for emergency repairs.
• Manage workload using a handheld device and diagnose electrical problems.

Skills

Electrical distribution systems

Generator and Battery Systems

BMS Systems

Ventilation Systems

Heating and Plumbing Systems

Electricity at Work Regulations 1989

Confined Spaces Regulations 1997

Electrical installation testing and inspection

Education

Recognized Apprenticeship (NVQ3 or equivalent)

City & Guilds 2382 BS7671 18th Edition

City & Guilds 2377-22/32 PAT Testing

City & Guilds 2391 or 2394/2395 Inspection and Testing

AM2 Electro-technical Occupational Competence

HNC or equivalent in relevant subjects or additional multi-trade qualifications

HND/NVQ4

Job description

Go back South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Maintenance Technician Electrical

The closing date is 26 May 2025

This Electrical role is based at Fieldhead Hospital in Wakefield but covers other health centres in the Wakefield and surrounding areas that sit under the trust footprint.

The role involves maintaining all electrical-related jobs internally and externally on the buildings.

The work is varied and changes daily based on service needs and prioritization of works.

Estates trust vehicles are used for traveling around the trust's footprint, and the successful candidate's skillset may sometimes be needed at properties in Barnsley, including Kendray Hospital, which has inpatient mental health units, and Cheswold Park Hospital, a medium to low secure unit in Doncaster.

This is an exciting role for the right candidate who enjoys a challenge in a demanding environment.

The successful candidate will be part of a small team of Electricians working alongside and supporting other trades and maintenance assistants in daily duties.

Reactive works and statutory PPM are the main responsibilities of this position.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.

For the full job description, please see attached supporting documents.

Main duties of the job

• Maintain all aspects of electrical equipment to a high standard, respecting your surroundings.
• Carry out repairs and PPM daily to ensure building safety and compliance with HTMs and relevant British standards.
• Work from drawings provided and adapt as necessary to resolve issues.
• Work within trust values: Honest, open, transparent; Respectful; Person-centered; Strive for improvement and excellence; Be relevant today, ready for tomorrow; Families and carers matter.
• Participate in an on-call rota for emergency repairs and out-of-hours safety measures.
• Order stock as needed.
• Manage your workload using a handheld device, understanding SLA priorities.
• Diagnose and solve electrical problems in complex systems.
• Work in accordance with the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

Note: This role currently meets the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration for sponsorship eligibility. Sponsorship is contingent upon the salary meeting the minimum threshold of £34,300.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust providing community, mental health, and learning disability services across Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees, and Wakefield. We also provide secure services and lead the West Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities through high-quality care at the right time and place. We employ staff in clinical and non-clinical roles committed to making a difference.

We value diversity and encourage applications from all protected characteristic groups, aiming for a workforce reflective of our communities.

As a foundation Trust, we are accountable to our members, including around 14,300 local people. Join us and be part of a team of over 4,500 staff dedicated to supporting the mental, physical, and social well-being of those we serve.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, expecting all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if necessary, so early application is encouraged.

Job responsibilities

This job description outlines the main duties. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties as appropriate and as directed.

The content will be reviewed with the postholder as needed and in line with service developments.

The postholder will be the specialist lead in their area of expertise, responsible for installing, maintaining, servicing, and repairing equipment and properties belonging to the Trust or other organizations as directed.

Ensure compliance with all safety standards and procedures for in-house and contracted staff by providing training and technical support. Maintain the Trust in accordance with statutory and government guidelines (e.g., HTMs, HBNs).

The lead specialist should have knowledge of:

• Electrical distribution systems
• Generator and Battery Systems
• BMS Systems
• Ventilation Systems
• Heating and Plumbing Systems
• Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
• Confined Spaces Regulations 1997
• HTM 06-02 (Electrical Low Voltage Systems)
• Electrical installation testing and inspection
• Relevant codes of practice and standards

Perform service, testing, diagnosis, repair, and calibration of mechanical and electrical installations and equipment. Handle new situations and pass on knowledge to others. Solve technical problems during duties. Supervise facilities support workers and evaluate their work. Assemble, install, and commission new work using relevant tools and equipment.

Note: AI use in applications should be disclosed, and overreliance is discouraged. We conduct screening to ensure fair application processes.

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

• Smart appearance
• Team player and self-motivated
• Willing to learn
• Confidentiality

Physical Attributes

• Ability to perform duties and meet demands of the role; satisfactory sickness record over the past 2 years.

Qualifications

• Recognized Apprenticeship (NVQ3 or equivalent)
• City & Guilds 2382 BS7671 18th Edition
• City & Guilds 2377-22/32 PAT Testing
• City & Guilds 2391 or 2394/2395 Inspection and Testing
• AM2 Electro-technical Occupational Competence
• HNC or equivalent in relevant subjects or additional multi-trade qualifications
• HND/NVQ4

Experience

• Experience of costing, implementing, and managing small schemes within budget
• Substantial experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of NHS/Estates Services

Training

• Working at Heights
• MEWP
• CPR
• Health & Safety Training
• First Aider
• HTM 06-02 (Electrical Low Voltage Systems) competent person

Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to work across trades
• Provide written reports on incidents/maintenance
• Prioritize workload and supervise oneself
• Knowledge of NHS/Estates Services

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check due to safeguarding responsibilities.

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust