Maintenance Craftsperson (Electrical)

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

As part of the role, the post holder will be required to be flexible and have a wide ranging knowledge of electrical systems to ensure maintenance, repair and installation activities can be completed in the most efficient and effective manner whilst providing the best possible services. As part of highly diverse role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity operate and maintain a large scale electrical system which includes: Low Voltage (LV) distribution boards, LV switchboards, LV small power distribution, general and emergency lighting systems, theatre operating lights, nurse call systems, CCTV systems, swipe access systems and uninterruptable power supplies.

The role will also require the participation in the current on-call rota and undertake overtime when the service needs dictate for which appropriate payments will be made.

All applicants must have a positive, friendly and co-operative manner whilst being prepared to be flexible to meet the service needs of a large Acute NHS Trust. Key elements of role will require the applicant to use his/her own initiative when undertaking a range of problem solving scenarios to allow for a satisfactory completion of assigned tasks whilst adapting to the changing demands of the role. Furthermore, the role will require the posts holder to provide technical advice, guidance and where necessary supervision to other CFS staff, contractors and Trust colleagues alike.

Successful applicants will need to have a knowledge of plumbing and mechanical systems with a detailed knowledge of electrical systems typically found within a large NHS Trust. Completion of a BTEC/ONC, City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in electrical engineering or equivalent is essential as well as the completion of a formally recognised and accredited apprenticeship within a relevant engineering discipline.

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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). Based at Sunderland Royal Hospital, providing a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists.

Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.