Estates Maintenance Technician

Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK. Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathway—from post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life care—for people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.

To carry out with minimum supervision, planned preventive maintenance, fault finding, repairs and minor installation works on all facilities, plant and equipment throughout the RHN Estate. Working on the full range Estates services equipment, the Estates Technician Electrical will undertake activities which require analysis to resolve technical issues on multifaceted equipment/situations many of which have a direct impact on patient safety and the built environment.

ON CALL: This role requires involvement in the on call rota on a 4/5 week basis, to respond to any emergency breakdown requests outside of normal working hours. There is an additional payment for the on-call week, and any call outs requiring attendance to site are paid applicable overtime rates.

Main Objectives of the role

• Reporting to the Maintenance Manager in ensuring the RHN Estate is maintained in accordance with industry best practice, to the appropriate quality and standards expected within a healthcare establishment.
• To act upon instruction from the Maintenance Supervisor.
• To maintain a high quality environment for both clinical and non-clinical staff, patients and visitors.
• Undertake reactive and planned maintenance tasks as required within given priorities & time frames as generated from the estates CAFM system and in accordance with relevant statutory, trade bodies and manufacturers requirements.
• To assist and work with other estates staff and contractors to ensure compliance with health and safety standards and procedure.
• Execute as directed on a range of controlled operations e.g. isolations, interruptions of Electrical & Mechanical equipment and supplies.
• Undertakes inspection and testing of new fixed and portable electrical equipment.
• Undertakes monthly meter readings.
• To support the project management team on building refurbishments and new M&E infrastructure works.
• To attain Authorised Persons (A/P) appointment for Electrical Low Voltage Systems.
• Participation in the RHN Estates On–Call Rota.
• To undertake any other duties which is deemed appropriate to the position when requested by Senior Staff.

Qualifications:

• City & Guilds Electrical 2365, NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent.
• Completion of recognised and registered CITB or EITB apprenticeship or Equivalent.
• Working on new and old installations, control systems, plant and equipment breakdowns, fault finding, rectifications and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on a wide range of technical & mechanical plant and equipment found in a typical engineering or healthcare environment.
• Ability to work independently and without supervision.
• Adaptable to change.
• Knowledge of various Health and Safety legislation as applicable to core trade, ensuring the wellbeing of staff, patients and visitors.
• Judgement is required regarding a range of facts and situations that require analysis where there is more than a straightforward choice of options regarding required knowledge of and ability to carry out minor works of other trades work after attending training.
• ONC / HNC Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• 18TH EDITION.
• Understanding of statutory compliance and best practice ACOPS.
• Knowledge of HTMS, HBNs, A/P Electrical Low Voltage or Other A/P /CP Certification.
• Previous experience working in a hospital or similar environment.

Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work:

• Generous Annual Leave entitlement.
• Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing.
• Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UK’s only hospital with its own kiln)!
• Draw down a percentage of your monthly wages a few weeks early to help with unexpected costs.
• Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union.
• Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Women’s network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce – most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
• More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.

Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants currently.

RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.

RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk.

The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process and in the workplace.