About this role
Job summary
The post holder will provide a comprehensive electrical maintenance service across Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, undertaking planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, fault finding, testing and installation work on a wide range of electrical systems and equipment. The role supports the delivery of a safe, compliant and operational healthcare environment for patients, staff and visitors, ensuring statutory and mandatory maintenance activities are completed in accordance with relevant legislation, HTMs and Trust policies.
Main duties of the job
Undertake planned preventative maintenance, inspections, testing, fault finding and reactive repairs on a wide range of electrical systems, plant and equipment across the Trust estate. Carry out electrical installation, alteration and improvement works in clinical and non-clinical areas in accordance with relevant regulations and Trust procedures. Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with current electrical regulations, Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs), Health and Safety legislation and Trust policies. Support the delivery of statutory maintenance, testing and compliance activities associated with electrical infrastructure and systems.
Respond to maintenance requests and electrical emergencies to maintain continuity of services. Accurately complete maintenance records, work orders and compliance documentation using Trust systems. Liaise with Estates colleagues, contractors and service users to ensure effective service delivery and minimal disruption to clinical services. Contribute to maintaining a safe, compliant and operational healthcare environment for patients, staff and visitors.
About us
Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
- A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
- Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
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Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of planned preventative and reactive electrical maintenance.
- Experience of fault finding and repair of electrical systems and equipment.
- Experience of working within a commercial, industrial or healthcare maintenance environment.
- Experience of working safely and in accordance with electrical regulations and safe systems of work.
Desirable
- NHS or healthcare Estates experience.
- Experience of low voltage distribution systems.
- Experience using CAFM systems.
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- NVQ Level 2/3 in Electrical Installation/Maintenance or equivalent.
- Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship.
- City & Guilds Electrical qualification or equivalent.
- BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations qualification (18th Edition or current equivalent)
Desirable
- C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing (or equivalent).
- Relevant Health & Safety qualification.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe systems of work
- Evidence of continuing professional development and willingness to undertake further training
Skills, Ability and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of electrical systems, fault diagnosis and repair techniques.
- Knowledge of BS7671 Wiring Regulations.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and safe systems of work.
- Understanding of statutory maintenance and compliance requirements.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English
Desirable
- Knowledge of Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs).
- Knowledge of NHS Estates compliance requirements.
- Knowledge of permit-to-work systems.
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
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Wycombe General Hospital
Queen Alexandra Road
High Wycombe
HP11 2TT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)