EQUANS are looking for a Maintenance Electrician for our Calderdale Royal Hospital contract in Halifax. This role would be a permanent full‑time position working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.
General Overview
To undertake a proactive role to carry out maintenance, repairs and inspection of building, mechanical and electrical services, associated systems, plant and equipment in accordance with relevant standards and operational procedures. Participate in an On Call rota to keep the hospital operational.
Impact
The successful candidate must be capable of working on their own initiative, thinking of alternative ways of working and being solutions driven and problem‑solving. Working in a live hospital environment, minimise penalty deductions by responding in a timely manner to all maintenance issues in accordance with the requirements of the Concession / Project Agreement. Ensure there is minimum disruption to wards and departments throughout the site whilst carrying out works.
Complexity
- To undertake a proactive role carrying out maintenance, repairs and inspection on electrical systems, mechanical and associated building services in accordance with relevant standards and operational procedures and in compliance with legislation and guidance.
- As part of a skilled engineering team, you will carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks for various services across the site, working on lighting systems, nurse call, L.V electrical installations, security systems, motors, pumps and associated building services in accordance with the PPM programme.
- Participate in the engineer on‑call rota (additional payment associated).
- Respond in the required time to ad‑hoc breakdown requests as identified by supervisor/manager or, at a minimum, comply with contractual KPI’s.
- Assist in carrying out installation work involved in minor upgrading and adaptation works.
- Carry out systematic fault‑finding in a logical and safe manner on malfunctioning equipment.
- Carry out duties in accordance with safe working practices within statutory and company guides.
- Complete and maintain records as and when appropriate and as required, whether written or electronic.
- Carry out required Authorised Person (AP) duties as required by site management.
- Carry out additional training when required to ensure competence and compliance with the role.
Qualifications or Required Experience
- Time served electrician (5 years or more)
- NVQ Level 3 Electrical
- 18th Edition 2391 or 2934/2935 qualification preferred but not essential.
- Previous appointment as HV/LV AP
- Working in a healthcare environment would be advantageous.
What can we offer you
- 24 days annual leave
- Life cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
- Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Holiday purchase scheme
- 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
- Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
- Attractive employee referral rewards scheme
- Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
- 24/7 employee assistance programme and access to a mental wellbeing app
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do. Should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re‑location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
