Job Description

Join to apply for the Craftsman (Electrical Engineering) role at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust.

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants.

This role involves carrying out engineering maintenance on all electrical services, systems, plant, and equipment (planned and breakdown) as well as electrical installation works in accordance with current regulations.

The Estates team prides itself on tackling any job to keep clinical services operational, with ongoing development through training and mentoring in various systems.

Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, Priority, and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who demonstrate recent relevant experience as per the Person Specification.

This position requires a time-served electrical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent. It is an entry-level trade position into hospital engineering, with additional training provided to perform maintenance tasks across all electrical hospital engineering disciplines.

We are a people-focused organization where every staff member matters. Patients are at the core of our work. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust offers opportunities for career development in a progressive environment, located in a vibrant, historic city.

Please note: All communication will be electronic; check your email regularly. For application support or reasonable adjustments, contact the recruitment team at 01752 432100. We support flexible working requests, which should be discussed with the recruiting manager prior to application.

We encourage diversity and aim to close vacancies before the deadline if filled. If you haven't heard within 4 weeks post-deadline, consider your application unsuccessful.

Responsibilities include:

1. Perform planned and reactive electrical maintenance and other duties as trained.
2. Diagnose and repair faults in complex electrical and mechanical systems per regulations.
3. Work on various hospital electrical systems including installations, emergency generators, control systems, motors, nurse call, fire alarms, lighting, heating, ventilation, boilers, building management, and communication systems.
4. Manufacture, assemble, and install new electrical work independently within standard timescales.
5. Perform repairs and maintenance on engineering plant and equipment.
6. Utilize test equipment and tools effectively.
7. Interpret complex drawings, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
8. Plan daily work based on supervisor-issued work orders.
9. Adhere to health and safety, Trust policies, and regulations.

For more details, see the attached JD & PS.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Contract
• Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing