Job summary 37.5 Hours Per Week This Electrical role is based at Fieldhead Hospital in Wakefield but covers other health centres in the Wakefield and surrounding areas that sits under the trust footprint. The role is maintaining all Electrical based jobs internally and externally on the buildings. The work is varied and changes on a day to day basis in line with service need requirements and prioritisation of works. Estates trust vehicles are utilised for traveling around the footprint of the trust and the successful candidates skillset may at times need to be used on the Barnsley properties which includes Kendray hospital which has inpatient mental health units and Cheswold Hospital which is a medium to low secure unit based in Doncaster. This is an exciting role for the right candidate that likes a challenge in a very demanding environment. The successful candidate will become part of a small team of Electricians who work in with and support other trades and maintenance assistants in day to day duties. Reactive works and statutory PPM are the main duties of this post. At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements (salary threshold or occupational requirements) set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, unfortunately we are unable to sponsor anyone on a visa for this role at this moment in time. Main duties of the job Maintain all aspects of Electrical equipment to a high standard while being aware and respectful of your surroundings. Carry out repairs and PPM on a daily basis to keep the buildings safe and compliant to HTMs and all relevant British standards To be able to carry out work from drawings provided and adapt where necessary to overcome problems While carrying out tasks always work within our trust values Honest, open, transparent Respectful Person first and in the centre Improve and be outstanding Relevant today, ready for tomorrow Families and carers matter To be part of an on call rota covering emergency repairs/making safe out of hours. Be responsible for ordering stock as and when required Manage your own work load with the use of a hand held device while understanding the importance of different SLA times. Solve electrical problems on complex systems. Carry out work to the 18th edition Wiring Regs All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients. We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form. About us We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative. Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers. We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities. Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust. Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible. Date posted 12 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9378-QA01327 Job locations Field Head Hospital Ouchthorpe Lane Wakefield WF1 3SP Job description Job responsibilities This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. The postholder will be the Specialist lead in his area of expertise and will be responsible for the Installation, maintenance, servicing and repairs of all equipment and properties belonging to the Trust or for other organisations as directed. They will ensure compliance of all safety standards and procedures for both in house and contracting staff by ensuring training and technical support is provided. They will be responsible for ensuring the Trust is maintained as required by statutory and Government Guidelines i.e. HTMs, HBNs etc. The lead specialist in his area of expertise will have an understanding of Electrical distribution systems Generator and Battery Systems Fire Alarm systems Emergency Lighting Systems BMS Systems Ventilation Systems Heating and Plumbing systems Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 Confined Spaces Regulations 1997 HTM 06:02 (Electrical Low Voltage Systems) BS 7671 wiring Regulations Electrical installation testing and inspection Approved codes of practice and applicable standards Service. Test, diagnose, repair and calibrate advanced mechanical and electrical installations, plant and equipment, deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others. Problem solve technical issues which arise during the course of your duties. Undertake duties of lower grade staff as appropriate. Supervise facilities support workers and facilities technical support workers as required. Checking and evaluating their work. Assemble install and commission new work. Use all relevant tools and equipment. Liaise with specialist contractors or suppliers regarding the provision of technical advice or the ordering of spare parts. Instruct others on all aspects of your work. Learn new techniques/technologies with training as necessary. To carry out new electrical works as and when required to IEE Regulations 18th Edition. To carry out electrical installation testing in accordance with the IEE Regulations 18th Edition. To methodically log all results and ensure work repair requirements are raised relating to any tolerances out of the manufacturers specification. To ensure all repairs are carried out as a priority. To liaise with contractors whilst carrying out work. Provide costings for new work, obtain authority from budget holder. Implement new work and keep within agreed budget and time allocation. To issue work to contractors. To supervise contractors and ensure work is carried out in accordance with Health & Safety at Work Regulations, Trust Policies and Risk Assessments. The postholder will be required to carry out work in accordance with working at heights and permit to work systems on various functions in various conditions i.e. confined spaces, sewerage, drains, boiler houses, patients equipment, heights and unlocking sluice master. (Protective clothing must be worn at all times). For further job information, please see attached documents. Job description Job responsibilities This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. The postholder will be the Specialist lead in his area of expertise and will be responsible for the Installation, maintenance, servicing and repairs of all equipment and properties belonging to the Trust or for other organisations as directed. They will ensure compliance of all safety standards and procedures for both in house and contracting staff by ensuring training and technical support is provided. They will be responsible for ensuring the Trust is maintained as required by statutory and Government Guidelines i.e. HTMs, HBNs etc. The lead specialist in his area of expertise will have an understanding of Electrical distribution systems Generator and Battery Systems Fire Alarm systems Emergency Lighting Systems BMS Systems Ventilation Systems Heating and Plumbing systems Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 Confined Spaces Regulations 1997 HTM 06:02 (Electrical Low Voltage Systems) BS 7671 wiring Regulations Electrical installation testing and inspection Approved codes of practice and applicable standards Service. Test, diagnose, repair and calibrate advanced mechanical and electrical installations, plant and equipment, deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others. Problem solve technical issues which arise during the course of your duties. Undertake duties of lower grade staff as appropriate. Supervise facilities support workers and facilities technical support workers as required. Checking and evaluating their work. Assemble install and commission new work. Use all relevant tools and equipment. Liaise with specialist contractors or suppliers regarding the provision of technical advice or the ordering of spare parts. Instruct others on all aspects of your work. Learn new techniques/technologies with training as necessary. To carry out new electrical works as and when required to IEE Regulations 18th Edition. To carry out electrical installation testing in accordance with the IEE Regulations 18th Edition. To methodically log all results and ensure work repair requirements are raised relating to any tolerances out of the manufacturers specification. To ensure all repairs are carried out as a priority. To liaise with contractors whilst carrying out work. Provide costings for new work, obtain authority from budget holder. Implement new work and keep within agreed budget and time allocation. To issue work to contractors. To supervise contractors and ensure work is carried out in accordance with Health & Safety at Work Regulations, Trust Policies and Risk Assessments. The postholder will be required to carry out work in accordance with working at heights and permit to work systems on various functions in various conditions i.e. confined spaces, sewerage, drains, boiler houses, patients equipment, heights and unlocking sluice master. (Protective clothing must be worn at all times). For further job information, please see attached documents. Person Specification Personal Attributes Essential Good communicator Smart appearance Flexible in working hours/on call Team player and Self motivated Willingness to learn Confidentiality Experience Essential Experience of costing, implementing and running small schemes within Budget. Substantial experience working in a similar role. Desirable Knowledge of NHS/Estates Services Qualifications Essential Recognised Apprenticeship (NVQ3 or equivalent) City & Guilds 2382 BS7671 18th Edition City & Guilds 2377-22/32 PAT Testing City & Guilds 2391 or 2394/2395 Inspection and Testing AM2 Electro-technical Occupational Competence. HNC or equivalent in relevant subjects or additional multi-trade qualifications Desirable HND/NVQ4 Personal Attributes Essential Good communicator Smart appearance Flexible in working hours/on call Team player and Self motivated Willingness to learn Confidentiality Special Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to carry out work at other trades. To provide written reports relating to incidents/maintenance. Ability to prioritise own workload and supervise oneself Desirable Knowledge of NHS/Estates Services. Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Training. Essential Working at Height. MEWP CPR Risk Assessments Health & Safety Training Desirable First Aider Staff Appraisal HTM 06:02 (Electrical Low Voltage Systems) Competent person MEWP Person Specification Personal Attributes Essential Good communicator Smart appearance Flexible in working hours/on call Team player and Self motivated Willingness to learn Confidentiality Experience Essential Experience of costing, implementing and running small schemes within Budget. Substantial experience working in a similar role. Desirable Knowledge of NHS/Estates Services Qualifications Essential Recognised Apprenticeship (NVQ3 or equivalent) City & Guilds 2382 BS7671 18th Edition City & Guilds 2377-22/32 PAT Testing City & Guilds 2391 or 2394/2395 Inspection and Testing AM2 Electro-technical Occupational Competence. HNC or equivalent in relevant subjects or additional multi-trade qualifications Desirable HND/NVQ4 Personal Attributes Essential Good communicator Smart appearance Flexible in working hours/on call Team player and Self motivated Willingness to learn Confidentiality Special Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to carry out work at other trades. To provide written reports relating to incidents/maintenance. Ability to prioritise own workload and supervise oneself Desirable Knowledge of NHS/Estates Services. Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Training. Essential Working at Height. MEWP CPR Risk Assessments Health & Safety Training Desirable First Aider Staff Appraisal HTM 06:02 (Electrical Low Voltage Systems) Competent person MEWP Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust Address Field Head Hospital Ouchthorpe Lane Wakefield WF1 3SP Employer's website https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)