Job summary
- Main area
- Estates Operations
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job share
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 434-C8337457
- Employer
- Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Stoke Mandeville Hospital
- Town
- Aylesbury
- Salary
- £28,392 - £31,157 Per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 04/11/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Maintenance Craftsperson - Electrical
Band 4
Be part of our BHT family
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust (BHT) is an integrated provider of acute hospital and community services for people living in Buckinghamshire and the surrounding area.
We care for over half a million patients every year:
- Provide specialist spinal services at our world renowned National Spinal Injuries Centre at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, the birthplace of the Paralympics
- Nationally recognised for urology and skin cancer services
- Regional specialist centre for burns, plastic surgery, dermatology, stroke and cardiac services
- Deliver community services in health centres, schools, patients’ own homes, community hospitals and community hubs.
More than 6,500 people from different nations, cultures and backgrounds work for us.
We would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options. We strive to be a family friendly, inclusive employer.
If you require any assistance in making this application, please contact [email protected] or phone 01494 734868.
We pride ourselves in being a great place to work and invite you to join our BHT family.
Job overview
The post holder will provide a comprehensive electrical maintenance service across Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, undertaking planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, fault finding, testing and installation work on a wide range of electrical systems and equipment. The role supports the delivery of a safe, compliant and operational healthcare environment for patients, staff and visitors, ensuring statutory and mandatory maintenance activities are completed in accordance with relevant legislation, HTMs and Trust policies.
Main duties of the job
Undertake planned preventative maintenance, inspections, testing, fault finding and reactive repairs on a wide range of electrical systems, plant and equipment across the Trust estate. Carry out electrical installation, alteration and improvement works in clinical and non-clinical areas in accordance with relevant regulations and Trust procedures. Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with current electrical regulations, Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs), Health and Safety legislation and Trust policies. Support the delivery of statutory maintenance, testing and compliance activities associated with electrical infrastructure and systems. Respond to maintenance requests and electrical emergencies to maintain continuity of services. Accurately complete maintenance records, work orders and compliance documentation using Trust systems. Liaise with Estates colleagues, contractors and service users to ensure effective service delivery and minimal disruption to clinical services. Contribute to maintaining a safe, compliant and operational healthcare environment for patients, staff and visitors.
Working for our organisation
Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We’re committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
- A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
- Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of electrical maintenance, fault finding and repair work
- Experience working on electrical installations, lighting, power distribution and associated systems
- Experience of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance
Desirable criteria
- NHS or healthcare Estates experience.
- Experience of working within healthcare, public sector or complex building environments
- Experience using CAFM systems.
- Experience of electrical testing, inspection and certification activities
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
- Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship.
- NVQ Level 2/3 in Electrical Installation/Maintenance or equivalent.
- City & Guilds Electrical qualification or equivalent.
- • BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations qualification (18th Edition or current equivalent)
Desirable criteria
- C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing (or equivalent).
- Relevant Health & Safety qualification.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of electrical systems, fault diagnosis and repair techniques.
- Knowledge of BS7671 Wiring Regulations.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and safe systems of work.
- Understanding of statutory maintenance and compliance requirements.
- Good written and verbal skills in English
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs).
- Knowledge of NHS Estates compliance requirements.
- Knowledge of permit-to-work systems.
- Awareness of specialist healthcare electrical systems.
- Basic IT skills and experience using electronic maintenance management systems
Special Circumstances
Essential criteria
- Able to travel to other sites and off-site as necessary
- Able to participate in the Estates on-call rota
Desirable criteria
- Able to undertake duties involving working at height, confined spaces and manual handling following appropriate training
- Able to work flexibly to meet service requirements, including emergency callouts and planned shutdowns
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- James Tozer
- Job title
- Operations Manager - Estates
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07823605601
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