Shift Craftsperson - Electrican

Job summary

This is a shift position -2x 12Hr Days.2x 12Hr Nights. Followed by 4 days off.

The wage displayed will be approx 20% higher due to shift allowance.

Previous unsuccessful applicants need not apply.

The post holder will respond to emergency and urgent repair requests in a timely and effective manner, restoring services where possible or making potential dangerous conditions safe

Working independently or in a small team. Undertake both reactive Electrical repairs and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programme to help prolong the life expectancy of equipment.

The post holder will be required to carry out routine duties independently where appropriate to competency, health and safety and with minimal supervision. Receiving jobs and recording the status and completion of work that is carried out via a handheld electronic pad.

You will ideally hold relevant C&G, NVQ or higher qualifications.

Main duties of the job

Duties will include

• To undertake a range of Electrical procedures for installation ,repair and routine maintenance of new, refurbished, existing industrial/commercial and domestic equipment services, whilst at all times observing all relevant health and safety guidelines and regulations.
• Undertake other non-Electrical duties where skills, abilities and competence are appropriate for such and has been approved by supervisor such as Nurse call systems which you will have training on
• Interpret and work from site drawings, specifications, risk assessment, method statement, permit to work, work dockets etc.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:o At least 27 days of annual leaveplus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).o Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefitso Blue Light cardeligibilityo And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below