Job summary
The postholder will:
Support the Electrical Supervisor in the safe operation and maintenance of all plant, equipment and installations within the Trust estate,;
Establishing efficient and effective teams with high performance standards
The role is a combination of management of maintenance and hands on maintenance.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will
- To supervise Technicians, Craftsmen and Maintenance Support Staff, to ensure an effective and efficient workforce is provided delivering maintenance activities, this will be achieved via the trusts CAFM system (MICAD)
- To assist and support the Electrical Manager in ensuring the Property Maintenance Department operates within all Health and Safety guidelines, and that all Statutory and Mandatory obligations for the Trust are met i.e. BS7671
- To undertake the duties of Competent Persons or Approved/Responsible person in either LV/HV or both.
- To act up as Electrical Manager when required.
About us
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust provides a range of medical services to approximately 490,000 people living across southwest London and northeast Surrey. In addition, we provide more specialist services, in particular renal and neonatal intensive care, to a wider area, covering parts of Sussex and Hampshire.
We serve an area that is rich in diversity, with a mix of urban and rural areas, and differing levels of quality of life. We cover some of the most prosperous postcodes in the country, as well as some poorer areas. Together with our colleagues at NHS Surreyand NHS Sutton and Merton, we work to make sure that we deliver the best possible care to the communities we serve.
The Trust employs approximately 5,000 staff across its hospitals and issupported by over 500 volunteers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BS7671 17th or 18th edition
Desirable
- oCPD in line management oHNC/HND in an engineering discipline oCompetent or Authorised/Responsible Person in a specialist discipline oC&G 2391 Testing and inspecting oApprenticeship or qualification in electrical engineering (C&G, NVQ, AM2 or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- oHave previous experience of line management oExperience managing complex technical issues within a sensitive environment oTo have experience in managing meetings, toll box talks or similar oTo have experience in dealing with contractors oAble to demonstrate the ability to set direction, inspire, coach, manage, motivate and develop a high performing team.
Desirable
- oTo have experience in working within healthcare premises oTo have experience of working on CAD systems oTo have experience of MICAD
Knowledge
Essential
- oTo have sound knowledge Electrical Services, BS7671. oIn depth knowledge of the HaSaWA and other relevant acts, standards and guidance notes oTo have a sound knowledge of single phase a three phase electrical distribution systems oTo have an understanding of permit to work systems
Desirable
- oTo have a sound knowledge in HTM, and HBNs oTo have a sound knowledge of local generation (generators) oTo have a sound basic knowledge of High Voltage Systems; oTo have a basic understanding of asset management (PPM and reactive tasks, SFG 20)
Skills
Essential
- oTo have a full understanding of the importance for Method Statements and Risk Assessments oTo have an understanding of Architectural and Engineering technical drawings; oTo have the ability to provide technical advice and knowledge to a predominantly an electrical workforce and support the wider multi-skilled workforce. oTo have the ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications o: oYou have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights as appropriate to your role oYou are able to communicate effectively to ensure high standards of care, treatment, service or support as appropriate to your role, oAble to provide a customer focussed service oStrong team and personal organisational and time management skills to manage competing priorities and deadlines, to act from individuals to large groups oTo be able to work effectively in a fast paced environment ensuring all paperwork, drawings and reports are correct.
Desirable
- oTo be qualified and certificated in IOSH Management; oAbility to analyses complex problems and to develop and workable solutions to address them. oA strong, inspiring, engaging and collaborative leader. Able to demonstrate a variety of leadership styles oBe able to undertake light physical efforts, able to work at height and confined spaces
Other requirements
Essential
- oHas a good understanding of policies and procedures governing their area of work. oSelf-motivated and proactive with a can-do attitude and track record delivery oAble to work autonomously oAble to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable and trustworthy oTreat patients, visitors, colleagues with respect oAbility to travel between Trust sites oAbility to be flexible to meet the needs of the team, the service and the Trust oTo have excellent interpersonal and presentation skills; oTo be able to work on own initiative and without direct supervision; oTo be able to take a lead role in meetings with contractors and Trust staff. oWork in unpleasant conditions for example undercroft, and sewage lines
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BS7671 17th or 18th edition
Desirable
- oCPD in line management oHNC/HND in an engineering discipline oCompetent or Authorised/Responsible Person in a specialist discipline oC&G 2391 Testing and inspecting oApprenticeship or qualification in electrical engineering (C&G, NVQ, AM2 or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- oHave previous experience of line management oExperience managing complex technical issues within a sensitive environment oTo have experience in managing meetings, toll box talks or similar oTo have experience in dealing with contractors oAble to demonstrate the ability to set direction, inspire, coach, manage, motivate and develop a high performing team.
Desirable
- oTo have experience in working within healthcare premises oTo have experience of working on CAD systems oTo have experience of MICAD
Knowledge
Essential
- oTo have sound knowledge Electrical Services, BS7671. oIn depth knowledge of the HaSaWA and other relevant acts, standards and guidance notes oTo have a sound knowledge of single phase a three phase electrical distribution systems oTo have an understanding of permit to work systems
Desirable
- oTo have a sound knowledge in HTM, and HBNs oTo have a sound knowledge of local generation (generators) oTo have a sound basic knowledge of High Voltage Systems; oTo have a basic understanding of asset management (PPM and reactive tasks, SFG 20)
Skills
Essential
- oTo have a full understanding of the importance for Method Statements and Risk Assessments oTo have an understanding of Architectural and Engineering technical drawings; oTo have the ability to provide technical advice and knowledge to a predominantly an electrical workforce and support the wider multi-skilled workforce. oTo have the ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications o: oYou have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights as appropriate to your role oYou are able to communicate effectively to ensure high standards of care, treatment, service or support as appropriate to your role, oAble to provide a customer focussed service oStrong team and personal organisational and time management skills to manage competing priorities and deadlines, to act from individuals to large groups oTo be able to work effectively in a fast paced environment ensuring all paperwork, drawings and reports are correct.
Desirable
- oTo be qualified and certificated in IOSH Management; oAbility to analyses complex problems and to develop and workable solutions to address them. oA strong, inspiring, engaging and collaborative leader. Able to demonstrate a variety of leadership styles oBe able to undertake light physical efforts, able to work at height and confined spaces
Other requirements
Essential
- oHas a good understanding of policies and procedures governing their area of work. oSelf-motivated and proactive with a can-do attitude and track record delivery oAble to work autonomously oAble to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable and trustworthy oTreat patients, visitors, colleagues with respect oAbility to travel between Trust sites oAbility to be flexible to meet the needs of the team, the service and the Trust oTo have excellent interpersonal and presentation skills; oTo be able to work on own initiative and without direct supervision; oTo be able to take a lead role in meetings with contractors and Trust staff. oWork in unpleasant conditions for example undercroft, and sewage lines
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.
