About this role
Job summary
The James Paget Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to recruit an Electrical Tradesperson to join their busy Estates & Facilities Department.
We are seeking a highly motivated & professional individual to work full time over 5-days. The successful candidates will participate in the maintenance of the hospitals building services and equipment. You will assist a multi-skilled team of tradesmen in carrying out maintenance within a range of healthcare buildings, working in close proximity to patients and the general public, therefore good communication skills are essential.
Main duties of the job
You will undertake a range of electrical engineering procedures for installation, commissioning, validation, repair and routine maintenance of new, refurbished and existing commercial and domestic equipment or services, whilst at all times observing all relevant Health and Safety Guidelines and Regulations.
You will be expected to possess relevant qualifications as identified within the Person Specification and/or be able to demonstrate proven practical knowledge through experience.
The successful candidate will be required to work at various sites owned by the Trust within the Gt Yarmouth & Waveney area therefore you must hold a valid UK driving license and have the ability to work with the minimum of supervision and under strict health and safety conditions. You may also be required to undertake emergency situation repairs. You will also be required to work on your own after having gained experience of the sites.
The role may also involve maintenance tasks that may require a competency in working at height and confined spaces.
A willingness to undertake further training in relation to the role is essential, including all Mandatory Training. You must be numerate and literate, with good written skills. You must possess a flexible approach to work and be able to work overtime at short notice when required
The post holder will be required to participate in the on-call rota and undertake overtime, including weekend working, as operational needs require.
About us
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for a full and comprehensive overview for this position.
Areas of responsibility for the electrical team include: - general lighting and power, nurse call, fire alarm & building management systems.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Significant practical experience of electrical maintenance and repair within a commercial, industrial or large complex estate. Experience of fault finding, diagnosis and repair of electrical systems and equipment. Experience of carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance. Experience working on low-voltage electrical systems, distribution boards, lighting, power circuits and associated equipment.
Desirable
Experience of undertaken on-call duties Experience of testing & inspection Experience of BMS systems Experience of Fire Alarm Systems Experience of UPS and IPS systems Experience of electrical isolation, safe systems of work and permit-to-work procedures. Experience of interpreting electrical drawings, schematics and technical information. Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary maintenance/estates team. Experience of completing maintenance records and statutory documentation accurately. Previous experience within an NHS, healthcare or similarly critical environment. Experience of emergency lighting, fire alarm systems, generators, UPS systems and other critical electrical infrastructure.
Qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Electrical Engineering Recognised electrical apprenticeship or equivalent formal electrical training. 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) qualification.
Desirable
City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing HTM 06 electrical safety training
Experience Essential
Current full UK manual driving licence. Willing and able to participate in the Estates on-call rota, including working outside normal working hours. Willing to undertake overtime, weekend and bank holiday working when required to meet operational needs.
Desirable
Flexible and adaptable approach to work and changing service priorities Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Reliable, professional and conscientious approach to work.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address James Paget University Hospital
Lowestoft Road
Gorleston
NR31 6LA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)