Job summary
We are seeking a qualified electrician to work within a small team of electricians at St Albans City Hospital.
Must be able to work unsupervised. May also be required to work at Saint Albans City Hospital and Hemel Hempstead Hospital from time to time.
*With additional benefits such as RRP, overtime, call out and on-call payments, there is earning potential in excess of £40,000*
Our staff development is important to us, and we have a wealth of training and apprenticeship schemes to broaden and develop your skills with the support of the Estates management.
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Please note - we are unable to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship (Work Permit) for this role.
Main duties of the job
To carry out planned maintenance and fault find electrical circuits.
Must be city and guilds trained and to have completed an electrical apprenticeship.
18th edition regulations qualification would beneficial. understanding the workings of fire alarm systems and nurse call systems.
Able to work on small power and lighting circuits.
Partake in the on-call emergency cover rota. Complete PPM as per HTM compliance. An understanding of Generators ,Fire alarms LV panels Boiler plant and nurse call systems.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working as part of a team in the estates department looking after the electrical services. You may be asked from time to time to cover duties on our other sites , such as SACH ,HHH. And clinics.
You will be required to cover out of hour duties as part of the on-call rota reporting to the on-call manager.
At times you may be required to cover supervisory duties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working as part of a team in the estates department looking after the electrical services. You may be asked from time to time to cover duties on our other sites , such as SACH ,HHH. And clinics.
You will be required to cover out of hour duties as part of the on-call rota reporting to the on-call manager.
At times you may be required to cover supervisory duties.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- A good standard of general education
- Basic computing Skills PLUS A minimum qualification of City & Guilds 2365 Diploma at Part 2 City & Guilds 2395 Test & Inspection City & Guilds 2382 17th Addition.
Desirable
- BTEC ONC in Mechanical Engineering OR BTCH ONC in Building Services OR BTEC ONC in Electrical Engineering PLUS At least 3 of: CP PressureSystems CP Medical Gas CP HVAC Systems CP Legionella Mngt CP LV Electrical Systems CP Confined Spaces Lift Release Course Manual Handling Training Risk Assessment Training Awareness training for Working at Heights including Scaffold Towers, non-mobile Putlock Towers and Mobile Platforms.
Knowledge
Essential
- Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
- Asbestos Regulations COSHH
- Regulations Key healthcare maintenance / engineering policy documents (HTMs)
- General Awareness of: Legionella & Water Management Control of Infections.
Desirable
- Electrical Distribution and standby generators Mechanical services including steam, hot & cold water and air conditioning, Plant Building Management Systems, Fire Alarm Systems & Emergency Lighting Access Control Systems.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a multidisciplined maintenance organisation, preferably within a healthcare environment
- Demonstrable experience of working without direct supervision.
- Demonstrable ability at problem solving within a maintenance context
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- A good standard of general education
- Basic computing Skills PLUS A minimum qualification of City & Guilds 2365 Diploma at Part 2 City & Guilds 2395 Test & Inspection City & Guilds 2382 17th Addition.
Desirable
- BTEC ONC in Mechanical Engineering OR BTCH ONC in Building Services OR BTEC ONC in Electrical Engineering PLUS At least 3 of: CP PressureSystems CP Medical Gas CP HVAC Systems CP Legionella Mngt CP LV Electrical Systems CP Confined Spaces Lift Release Course Manual Handling Training Risk Assessment Training Awareness training for Working at Heights including Scaffold Towers, non-mobile Putlock Towers and Mobile Platforms.
Knowledge
Essential
- Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
- Asbestos Regulations COSHH
- Regulations Key healthcare maintenance / engineering policy documents (HTMs)
- General Awareness of: Legionella & Water Management Control of Infections.
Desirable
- Electrical Distribution and standby generators Mechanical services including steam, hot & cold water and air conditioning, Plant Building Management Systems, Fire Alarm Systems & Emergency Lighting Access Control Systems.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a multidisciplined maintenance organisation, preferably within a healthcare environment
- Demonstrable experience of working without direct supervision.
- Demonstrable ability at problem solving within a maintenance context
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
