Multi-Skilled Maintenance Craftsperson (MSMC) Electrical

• Deliver day-to-day electrical maintenance: planned preventative maintenance (PPM), fault diagnosis and repairs, and installation/testing of new works.
• Carry out compliance testing and checks: portable appliance testing (PAT) and routine testing of essential systems (e.g., fire alarms, nurse call, generators), including interpreting/resetting BMS alarms.
• Follow Estates policies and safe systems of work: complete documentation, use PPE, work safely, and keep workshops/plant rooms safe and tidy.
• Support service delivery: record work on CAFM, liaise with wards/departments, supervise/oversee contractors and support/training of other staff.
• Provide flexible cover: assist other trades as trained, join emergency response/on-call rota, and undertake other reasonable Estates duties (including out-of-hours emergencies).

• Carry out electrical planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to Estates schedules and good practice.
• Diagnose faults and repair fixed electrical installations and portable equipment.
• Complete electrical portable appliance testing (PAT) in line with Electricity at Work Act 1989 and Estates inspection schedules.
• Follow Estates procedures and complete all required documentation.
• Install and test new electrical installations to current regulations and hospital standards when instructed.
• Advise others on correct operation of equipment you are competent with.
• Record work information for the CAFM management system.
• Wear required PPE/uniforms and use safety equipment as specified by the Trust/Estates.
• Induct and instruct other staff as needed to support your duties.
• Support other Estates trade disciplines to maintain an efficient service.
• Become fully conversant with mechanical and electrical systems within Estates remit.
• Assist mechanical/building trades staff when required.
• Participate in gritting and snow/ice clearance when required.
• Read, understand and work from engineering and architectural drawings.
• Work safely at all times, considering the safety of others.
• Complete required update and health & safety training.
• Carry out routine testing of essential systems (e.g., fire alarm, nurse call, boilers, generators), recording results per policy.
• Understand the Building Management System enough to interpret, action and reset alarms.
• Participate in emergency response teams (e.g., fire, major incident) requiring Estates input.
• Drive Trust vehicles when required.
• Help maintain a small electrical materials store.
• Maintain a tidy and safe environment in the electrical workshop and plant rooms.
• Train on and operate Estates computerised systems as required.
• Liaise with matrons/ward sisters/department heads on electrical maintenance and Estates matters.
• Oversee electrical contractors on site when needed (including isolations and permits).
• Help maintain documentation for the hospitals electrical systems.
• Undertake other relevant Estates duties allocated by management.
• Be available (within reason) for short-notice/out-of-hours emergency work.
• Carry out emergency lift procedures when required.

• Work is Varied work(repairs, minor improvements, inspections/compliance checks ).
• A strong safety and procedures focused (risk, PPE, permits, documentation/CAFM).
• Regular contact with wards/departments and contractors, so good communication matters.
• On-call/unsociable hours at times, including emergency response .
• A team culture that relies on flexibility and supporting other team members in other trades when needed.

Essential

• Completion of a registered apprenticeship or structured training program in the relevant post bias for a minimum of 3 years
• At least 3 years post training, site experience having demonstrated high versatility and flexibility. Time served craftsman.
• City & Guilds of London Institute Craft Certificate in Electrical Installation Engineering, or An equivalent qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation Engineering with AM2, or BTEC in Building Services Engineering.