Job summary
- Main area
- Estates
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 213-CORP-7440434
- Employer
- King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Orpington Hospital
- Town
- Orpington, Kent
- Salary
- £32,199 - £34,876 per annum, inc HCA
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 10/09/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Maintenance Tradesperson (Electrical)
NHS AfC: Band 4
Job overview
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic working Maintenance Electrician to be based at our Orpington Hospital site but will be required to work at a number of satellite sites.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work within the engineering team ensuring the effective maintenance and operation of all buildings, plant and associated services in an efficient, economical and safe manner in accordance with all statutory NHS Trust and departmental guidelines.
The role will involve routine maintenance, installation and repair work on a wide range of mechanical and electrical engineering systems. The successful candidate will be required to participate in an emergency on-call Rota.
Working for our organisation
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Diagnose and repair faults in electrical installations, plant, and equipment efficiently and effectively.
Respond to new and unexpected situations, applying sound judgment and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
Independently set out and carry out new work or production tasks relevant to the trade, using appropriate instruments and machinery.
Manufacture, assemble, erect, and install new systems and components as required.
Safely operate all relevant hand and power tools, maintaining equipment in good working condition.
Collaborate with Estates operations and maintenance staff, client representatives, contractors, and suppliers.
Undertake planned and reactive maintenance, minor improvement works, and small capital schemes as directed.
Learn and apply new techniques, attending training courses as required to maintain and enhance skills.
Understand and coordinate with other trades to ensure cohesive and efficient service delivery.
Be available to work overtime at short notice, subject to operational needs.
Report defects and potential hazards promptly to the team leader.
Interpret and work from instructions, drawings, and specifications relevant to the trade without supervision.
Comply with all Trust policies and procedures, always ensuring safe and professional conduct.
Respond to maintenance requests via the Estates reporting system, completing necessary documentation and providing feedback to supervisors.
Diagnose faults on medical oil-free and control air reciprocating compressors and vacuum plant.
Support other trades as needed, performing a range of cross-functional tasks.
Participate in the on-call rota and provide cover during staff absences.
Work across Trust sites as required, supporting the engineering management team.
Undertake emergency lift release procedures following appropriate training.
Hold a full, clean UK driving license and be able to travel between Orpington and other Retain sites as necessary.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Recognised and Registered Engineering Apprenticeship. or relevant experience
- NVQ3 Level 3 City & Guilds Qualification (Electrical)
- 18th Edition Electrical Certificate
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
- Skilled Experience
- Good knowledge in Electrical Distribution
Desirable criteria
- Previous Hospital Maintenance Experience
- Competences in Planned Preventative Maintenance
- Competences in Diagnostic Skills
- Competences in Control Systems
- Knowledge of operating a computerised Building Management System
- Knowledge of NHS Technical Standards and HTM’s
- Health & Safety
Skills
Essential criteria
- Good Oral and Written Communication Skills
- Computer Literacy
- Fault Finding Skills
- Problem Solver
- Hands on Skills
- Responsible
- Ability to work in close co-operation with other disciplines
- Hold a Valid Drivers Licence
- Must be able to participate in an emergency on call rota and respond to site within 45 minutes of a call
Desirable criteria
- Ability to meet travel requirements
- Proactive in suggesting/devising systems and solutions
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Hiten Shah
- Job title
- Head of Estates
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07890 047261
- Additional information
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