Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Estates Officer (Electrical)

The closing date is 17 August 2025

Job summary

The post holder will be professionally accountable for the Trust's estates maintenance service and will lead and develop the cross functional maintenance team in delivering a fit for purpose, customer focused service and provide robust assurance and audit arrangements to demonstrate compliance to relevant standards and legal compliance. Act as the Trusts Authorised Person for Electrical Infrastructure, Lifts and Water system and engagement with the Trusts Authorising Engineers.The post holder will have the ability to monitor, improve and maintain plan and equipment is a busy acute hospital site.The post holder will develop clear standards and a consistent approach to managing and operating the facilities. This will include environmental maintenance and 'front of house' services that play such an important part in first impressions. The aim will be to create a friendly, courteous and helpful approach to patients by all staff, regardless of their position or role in the organisation. The post holder is responsible for the implementation of all Operational Health & Safety policies and protocols, ensuring that working practices comply with these in both spirit and practice. The position will ensure that all Trust Management and personnel policies are cascaded to all staff and implementation is both consistent and effective throughout the Estates Department

Main duties of the job

Responsible for the safe, effective and efficient operation of Electrical Infrastructure (LV & HV) .To Act as an Authorised Person (AP), with regard to Low Voltage and High Voltage systems, Waterand Lifts and other associated safe systems of work as per HTM and associated Electrical at Work Regulationsrequirements. Ensure all test results; records and the programme are up to date.To have specific responsibility for the management of maintenance and testing of the ElectricalInfrastructure. Ensure Permits, work record sheets and other compliance records are correctly filled in and up to date. Act as site technical specialist on a day to day basis and on all capital schemes relating tomechanical, electrical and controls engineering infrastructure, guided only by building codes, healthand safety legislation and health technical memorandums. Fully conversant with computerised building management systems, plant reactive and planned maintenance systems andthe management of M&Eassets and the implementation of electronic PPM management.Responsible for the implementation of working practices to ensure that the achievement of safe andefficient operation and maintenance of engineering plant and services. Ensure that all statutory and health technical required maintenance is carried out on schedule, andkeep records for audit purposes.Provides expert technical knowledge on mechanical, electrical and controls engineering issues forthe projects department.

About us

Developmentand staff wellbeing

Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

Details

Date posted

01 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£53,751 to £60,651 a year pa pro-rata incl HCAS (outer)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-NN-7334207-E&A-DK

Job locations

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Galsworthy Road

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Job description

Job responsibilities

As a support function EFM has its own objectives but it should ensure that they coordinate with the objectives of the organization it serves and other interested parties or stakeholders. There is a very clear iterative relationship between corporate objectives and resource planning, asset management and facility managementSuccessful Estates & Facilities Management should be: - Aligned to the aims and values of the Demand Organisation (DO) and allied partnerOrganisations or economies Flexible and responsive to internal and external change Focused on meeting the needs of service users Multi-functional and cross functional Works to meet long term as well as short term goals Constantly developing Governance controlled

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a support function EFM has its own objectives but it should ensure that they coordinate with the objectives of the organization it serves and other interested parties or stakeholders. There is a very clear iterative relationship between corporate objectives and resource planning, asset management and facility managementSuccessful Estates & Facilities Management should be: - Aligned to the aims and values of the Demand Organisation (DO) and allied partnerOrganisations or economies Flexible and responsive to internal and external change Focused on meeting the needs of service users Multi-functional and cross functional Works to meet long term as well as short term goals Constantly developing Governance controlled

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Health Technical Memorandum adherence

Desirable

  • Relevant Experience

Assesmnet

Essential

  • Qualification & Relevant Experience

Desirable

  • AP appointment Electrical LV/HV & Lifts
Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Health Technical Memorandum adherence

Desirable

  • Relevant Experience

Assesmnet

Essential

  • Qualification & Relevant Experience

Desirable

  • AP appointment Electrical LV/HV & Lifts

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Galsworthy Road

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Galsworthy Road

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Estates

Mangesh Parab

mangesh.parab@nhs.net

02089343688

Details

Date posted

01 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£53,751 to £60,651 a year pa pro-rata incl HCAS (outer)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-NN-7334207-E&A-DK

Job locations

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Galsworthy Road

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7QB


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