Approved Electrician - Hospital Maintenance Location: Stockport Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Working Arrangement: Site-Based Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Join a Dedicated Hospital Engineering Team Are you an experienced Approved Electrician looking for a stable, long-term opportunity working within a technically challenging healthcare environment? We are recruiting for a suitably qualified Approved Electrician to join an established team on a dedicated hospital site in Stockport. This is an excellent opportunity for an electrician with strong electrical maintenance, inspection and testing, and fault-finding experience who takes pride in delivering safe, high-quality work. Working within a live hospital environment, you will play an important role in maintaining the safety, reliability and performance of essential electrical systems, helping ensure critical healthcare services continue to operate with minimal disruption. Previous healthcare experience would be a significant advantage, although candidates with relevant experience in other critical or operational environments are also encouraged to demonstrate their suitability. The Role: You will undertake a varied mix of planned and reactive maintenance, electrical installations, inspections, testing, fault diagnosis and remedial works across existing and new electrical systems. Your responsibilities will include: Carrying out electrical maintenance, installation, repairs and remedial works. Undertaking planned preventative maintenance and responding to reactive faults. Completing inspection, testing and electrical certification. Diagnosing electrical faults and implementing safe, effective solutions. Working in accordance with BS 7671, HTM 06-02, RAMS and site Electrical Safety Rules. Following safe isolation, lock-off and permit-to-work procedures. Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics and circuit schedules. Maintaining accurate maintenance records, test results and certification. Liaising professionally with Hospital Estates personnel, clinical teams and other contractors. Working safely in occupied clinical areas while minimising disruption to patient care and hospital operations. Recognising the limits of your competence and escalating matters requiring Authorised Person involvement. Essential Qualifications and Experience To be considered, you must hold all the following minimum qualifications and requirements: NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or a recognised equivalent. AM2 assessment or recognised equivalent. Current 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification. Current recognised Inspection and Testing qualification, such as City & Guilds 2391-52 or equivalent. ECS Gold Card confirming Approved Electrician status. Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills. Good knowledge of safe isolation and electrical safe systems of work. Full, valid UK driving licence. Good communication skills and the ability to complete technical documentation and use IT systems effectively. Please note: Applications can only be considered from candidates who currently hold the minimum qualifications listed above. Desirable Skills and Knowledge: Experience working in an hospital, healthcare facility or another live critical environment would be highly desirable. Additional knowledge or experience in the following areas would be beneficial: HTM 06-02 and LV Competent Person duties. BS 7671 Section 710 - Medical Locations. Nurse call, fire alarm and emergency lighting systems. DALI and dimmable lighting control systems. Building Management Systems (BMS) and electrical controls. UPS systems, generators and critical electrical supplies. Basic mechanical building services and associated controls. What's on Offer? Competitive salary, dependent on experience. Full-time, permanent employment. Long-term stability on an established hospital site. Company pension. Ongoing technical training and professional development. Opportunities to develop specialist knowledge in healthcare electrical safety and HTM requirements. Clear opportunities for career progression. Support from an experienced site and management team. Company vehicle potentially available, subject to agreement. Interested? If you are a qualified Approved Electrician with strong maintenance, inspection and testing, and fault-finding experience, this is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent position within a specialist healthcare environment. Apply today by submitting your up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from experienced electricians who are committed to safety, quality workmanship and reliable service delivery. Work location: On site in Stockport. #IND-BRM-PRM
Approved Electrician employer: Options Resourcing Ltd
Options Resourcing Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a focus on water hygiene and treatment, employees benefit from a full-time, permanent role with competitive salary packages and the opportunity to work across vibrant areas like South London and Kent, all while enjoying the convenience of a company van.
