Maintenance Craftsperson (Electrical)

Blue Eye Designs; South Shields; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in South Shields is seeking a maintenance craftsperson (Electrical) to support the maintenance and repair of electrical plant and equipment. The role necessitates formal electrical engineering qualifications and involves participation in on-call duties. Applicants should have a strong understanding of UK Electrical Wiring Regulations and the ability to provide technical guidance to other staff. This entry-level role offers an opportunity to work within a critical environment, ensuring high standards of service.

Qualifications

• Completed a formally recognised and accredited apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience in NHS hospital environments preferred.
• Ability to travel to and work at all Trust sites.

Responsibilities

• Undertake maintenance and installation work across engineering services.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to other staff.
• Participate in current CFS shift pattern and on-call rota.

Skills

Knowledge of current UK Electrical Wiring Regulations (18th Edition)

Problem solving

Communication skills

Computer systems competence

Ability to prioritize workload

Education

BTEC/ONC, City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in electrical engineering

Job description

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, conscientious and dedicated maintenance craftsperson (Electrical) to join a team of engineering craftspersons responsible for the maintenance and repair of electrical plant and equipment at buildings managed by CHoICE Facilities Services. The post holder may be required to take on the role of Competent Person (CP) as defined within Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) 00 for multiple engineer services to support statutory, mandatory and best practice commitments to existing partners.

The role requires flexibility and broad knowledge of electrical systems to ensure maintenance, repair and installation activities are completed efficiently while delivering high standards of service. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to operate and maintain a large-scale electrical system including: Low Voltage (LV) distribution boards, LV switchboards, LV small power distribution, general and emergency lighting, theatre operating lights, nurse call systems, CCTV, swipe access systems and uninterruptable power supplies. The post holder will participate in the current on-call rota and undertake overtime when required, with appropriate payments made.

Job Responsibilities

• Undertake maintenance and installation work across the range of engineering services managed/maintained by CFS, including surveys, inspections, fault finding, servicing and rectification of faults.
• Provide technical advice, guidance and, where appropriate, supervision to other CFS staff, contractors and Trust colleagues.
• Participate in the current CFS shift pattern/system and on-call rota; undertake overtime when the service demands require it.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE. Note: The Trust is not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet UKVI threshold requirements. Applicants should consider this when applying. Further information can be found on Gov.UK.

Qualifications

• Essential: BTEC/ONC, City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in electrical engineering or equivalent; completion of a formally recognised and accredited apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Desirable: Experience in NHS hospital environments; experience operating Building Management Systems (BMS).

Physical Skills

• Ability to travel to and work at all Trust sites; perform moderate physical activities for long periods and occasional heavy lifting as required; capable of regular moving and handling activities; high level of manual dexterity for fine tool manipulation.

Skills and Knowledge

• Essential: Detailed knowledge of current UK Electrical Wiring Regulations (18th Edition); ability to use initiative in problem solving; adaptability to changing demands and emergency situations; ability to prioritise own workload and that of others to meet patient care and SLA targets; strong communication with Estates colleagues, Trust staff and external contacts; competence with computer systems (e.g., BMS, fire alarm systems, labour management, asbestos register).
• Desirable: Knowledge of HTMs; knowledge of planned preventative maintenance and building management systems (BMS).

Other Information

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a submission for DBS clearance will be made.

Employer: City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE), South Tyneside District Hospital, Harton Lane, South Shields, NE34 0PL. Website: https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Internship

Job function

• Manufacturing

Industries

• Manufacturing