Job summary UHS Estates Ltd (UEL) is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description of the role. Please note that UEL does not hold a Home Office Workers Licence and therefore unable to offer sponsorship. Main duties of the job The Estates Maintenance Department are looking to recruit an Electrical Supervisor to join our dedicated team at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. This role will transfer to UHS Estates Ltd (UEL) from 1st April 2025. UEL is a wholly owned subsidiary of the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. The job description, terms and benefits associated with the role will not change as a result of this transfer. The ability to read and interpret drawings and documents, have proven fault-finding skills, detailed technical knowledge of regulatory and industry best practices of electrical systems including Earthing, ability to advise electricians, ability to supervise apprentices and assistants. Working hours are 0730-1530 Monday- Friday, and the successful candidate will be expected to participate in an on-call roster currently 1 day in 7 Weekday on-call requires site attendance 1400-2200hrs and 2200-0730hrs from home. Weekend on-call requires site attendance 0730-1530hrs (paid as overtime) and on-call from home 1530-0730 hours. Call outs are paid as overtime or taken as lieu time. Basic salary plus Retention and Recruitment allowance. About us UHS Estates Limited (UEL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). We are responsible for the design, construction, and ongoing maintenance of hospital buildings, as well as soft facilities management and the provision of essential equipment, consumables, and materials. Generous NHS pension scheme NHS terms of service and annual leave Access to an employee benefits platform offering discounts on groceries, high street shopping, family outings, holidays, and more Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. Date posted 27 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary Depending on experience £29970 top £36483 Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 188-UEL060225 Job locations EFCD Estates Electrical Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for the successful candidate to possess the following : The ability to read and interpret drawings and documents, have proven fault-finding skills, detailed technical knowledge of regulatory and industry best practices of electrical systems including Earthing, ability to advise electricians, ability to supervise apprentices and assistants. Provide supervision to the team, issue work instructions, and manage staff and provide Technical support to the team. You will have relevant knowledge and experience in an Electrical Engineering Field, such as Electrical Systems up to 415V AC, IET Wiring Regulations, Building Services, Health Care Environment, Knowledge of HTM06-02/06-03. Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the Job Description and Main Responsibilities section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached. Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for the successful candidate to possess the following : The ability to read and interpret drawings and documents, have proven fault-finding skills, detailed technical knowledge of regulatory and industry best practices of electrical systems including Earthing, ability to advise electricians, ability to supervise apprentices and assistants. Provide supervision to the team, issue work instructions, and manage staff and provide Technical support to the team. You will have relevant knowledge and experience in an Electrical Engineering Field, such as Electrical Systems up to 415V AC, IET Wiring Regulations, Building Services, Health Care Environment, Knowledge of HTM06-02/06-03. Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the Job Description and Main Responsibilities section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached. Person Specification Qualifications / training required Essential Time served apprenticeship from recognised body (CITB, City and Guilds, National Vocational Qualification, JIB, Armed Services) or equivalent in an Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Services discipline. Qualifications in relevant subjects to an HNC/HND level, OR equivalent level (HNC) of knowledge and practical experience achieved through experience in a hospital or similar environment Expert specialist trained in electrical/mechanical services, systems, and equipment; involving faultfinding, repair, inspection and commissioning in electrical and mechanical plant and systems which provides the engineering support to the smooth running of the hospital. Vocational qualifications, following training/courses to satisfy the Trust's ever expanding highly complex nature of equipment. Desirable Member of registered/professional bodies such as the IHEEM, IMechE, CISBE for the jobholder's specialist field. C&G 2391 Testing and Inspection 18th edition of the IEE regulations Competent Person Sterilisation Competent Person Washer/Disinfectors Competent Person Confined spaces. Competent Person Steam Competent Person Medical Gas Competent Person Water Hygiene AP LV as per HTM 06-02 Previous or relevant experience necessary Essential Sound trade working knowledge Relevant experience within a national health service environment or similar government organisation Desirable Past supervision experience. Aptitudes and skills required Essential Computer literate Up to date experience and knowledge of regulations, statutory requirements, and standards, appropriate within the building engineering services environment Special requirements of the post Essential Holds a current driving licence Perform manual tasks such as lifting and working at height Live within 60 minutes travel time for out of hours response to the hospital. Values and Behaviours Essential Patients First Always Improving Working Together Person Specification Qualifications / training required Essential Time served apprenticeship from recognised body (CITB, City and Guilds, National Vocational Qualification, JIB, Armed Services) or equivalent in an Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Services discipline. Qualifications in relevant subjects to an HNC/HND level, OR equivalent level (HNC) of knowledge and practical experience achieved through experience in a hospital or similar environment Expert specialist trained in electrical/mechanical services, systems, and equipment; involving faultfinding, repair, inspection and commissioning in electrical and mechanical plant and systems which provides the engineering support to the smooth running of the hospital. Vocational qualifications, following training/courses to satisfy the Trust's ever expanding highly complex nature of equipment. Desirable Member of registered/professional bodies such as the IHEEM, IMechE, CISBE for the jobholder's specialist field. C&G 2391 Testing and Inspection 18th edition of the IEE regulations Competent Person Sterilisation Competent Person Washer/Disinfectors Competent Person Confined spaces. Competent Person Steam Competent Person Medical Gas Competent Person Water Hygiene AP LV as per HTM 06-02 Previous or relevant experience necessary Essential Sound trade working knowledge Relevant experience within a national health service environment or similar government organisation Desirable Past supervision experience. Aptitudes and skills required Essential Computer literate Up to date experience and knowledge of regulations, statutory requirements, and standards, appropriate within the building engineering services environment Special requirements of the post Essential Holds a current driving licence Perform manual tasks such as lifting and working at height Live within 60 minutes travel time for out of hours response to the hospital. Values and Behaviours Essential Patients First Always Improving Working Together 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name UHS Estates Limited Address EFCD Estates Electrical Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Employer's website https://careers.uhs.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)