Senior Engineering Technician – Electrical

Circle Health Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in Reading seeks an experienced engineer to support maintenance and repairs across hospitals. Responsibilities include managing work orders and mentoring technicians. Applicants must hold a current CSCS card and have qualifications in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. The role offers competitive salaries and numerous employee benefits, promoting a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private healthcare

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Current CSCS Card at appropriate level of qualification.
• Willingness to act as AP and RP Medgas.
• Time-served apprenticeship in a Mechanical or Electrical biased discipline.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders for maintenance and repairs.
• Provide engineering maintenance and breakdown support at a hospital site.
• Train and mentor site-based technicians.

Skills

Construction Safety Certification

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Health and Safety Guidelines Understanding

Time Management Skills

Fault-Finding Techniques

Education

City & Guilds Part 3, ONC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Software and Systems Proficiency

Job description

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Current Construction Safety Certification Scheme (CSCS) Card at appropriate level of qualification. If electrically qualified, current Electro-technical Certification Scheme (ECS) Card required (Persons without the appropriate card will not be considered).
• City & Guilds Part 3, ONC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, preferably in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Willingness to act as AP and RP Medgas as required.
• Time-served apprenticeship in a Mechanical or Electrical biased discipline.
• Comprehensive understanding of Health and Safety guidelines, statutes, and ACOPs.
• Understanding of L8 Legionella ACOP within hospital buildings.
• High level of organization & time management skills, especially in environments with multiple priorities.
• Sound fault-finding techniques and ability to read drawings.
• Proficient in PC use, including software and systems.

Duties include:

• Prompt completion of work orders for planned maintenance, reactive responses, specialist subcontract work, and remedial work.
• Provide routine and specialized engineering maintenance and breakdown support at a hospital site.
• Provide technical, health, safety, and environmental support and act as an exemplar of company policies.
• Train, mentor, and assist site-based technicians or assistants.
• Offer engineering support and advice to hospital managers.
• Maintain a culture of high engineering standards with integrity.
• Build and develop a strong team ethos.
• Work across various hospitals within the group to cover absences or provide specialist services.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group offers competitive salaries and benefits including:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service
• Private healthcare covering pre-existing conditions
• Hospital discounts for friends and family
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Non-contributory life insurance
• Employee discounts, rewards, and wellbeing resources
• Training and development opportunities

Circle Health Group promotes diversity and inclusion, supporting armed forces members, and is committed to creating an environment where colleagues can thrive and grow.