Electrical Technician | West London NHS Trust

West London Mental Health Trust; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,229,000 - 1,387,000; Full time

Job summary

West London Mental Health Trust is seeking an Electrical Technician to join our Estates & Facilities team. You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance, fault finding, testing and repairs to ensure electrical systems are safe, compliant and reliable within a secure healthcare environment.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team, with a proactive approach to safety and workmanship.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical knowledge and fault finding abilities.
• Experience with planned and reactive maintenance.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance and reactive repairs on electrical systems.
• Fault finding, testing and repairing electrical equipment and infrastructure.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Maintenance

Job description

Electrical Technician | West London NHS Trust

Company:

Company: West London Mental Health Trust

Salary: £36,943 - £44,900 Per Annum Inclusive of Allowances

Join our Estates & Facilities team as anElectrical Technicianand play a vital role in maintaining the electrical infrastructure that supports essential healthcare services within a secure and unique environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and motivated individual to apply their technical expertise across a diverse range of electrical systems while contributing directly to the delivery of safe, reliable patient care.

Working as part of a professional and supportive team, you will carry out planned and reactive maintenance, fault finding, testing, and repairs, ensuring systems remain operational, compliant, and efficient. We're looking for someone with strong electrical knowledge, a proactive approach to problem solving, and a commitment to high standards of safety and workmanship. In return, you'll gain the opportunity to work in a varied and rewarding role where your skills are valued, your development is supported, and your contribution makes a real difference every day.

You will support the safe and efficient operation of electrical systems across a large, secure healthcare estate, carrying out planned preventative maintenance and responding to reactive repairs. Working in accordance with HTM-06 guidance, statutory regulations, and Trust procedures, you will inspect, test, fault-find, and repair a wide range of electrical equipment and infrastructure to ensure systems remain reliable and compliant. You will assist with the completion of maintenance records, support contractors when required, and maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping, and tool control. The role requires strong technical knowledge, good problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. You will communicate effectively with colleagues and service users, providing a professional and customer-focused service while contributing to the continuous improvement of the estate.

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.

The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.

The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.

The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached.

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

£55,524 - £62,652 Per Annum Inclusive of Allowances

£33,262 - £36,027 Per Annum Pro Rata Inclusive of Allowances

£36,943 - £44,900 Per Annum Inclusive of Allowances