• Job Description

  Req#: C9358-26-0195?language=en&page=873&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  An exciting opportunity has arisen for dynamic and innovative Maintenance Shift Technicians with Electrical background to join University Hospitals of Leicester.

  The core duty of the role is to carry out planned and reactivemaintenance task to a high standard that is commensurate with the skills and experience for the role, to ensure the efficient andeffective operation and maintenance of environmental engineeringplant, equipment and other engineering systems including;heating, air conditioning, fire alarms and specialist healthcareequipment; diagnosis and repair of faults including mechanical,and electrical devices and control systems.

  Main duties of the job

  Provide a comprehensive Healthcare engineering maintenance service to all wards and departments within a multidisciplinary environment, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.

  Carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks to a high standard that is appropriate with the skills and experience for the role, to ensure the efficient and effective operation and maintenance of environmental engineering systems and equipment including

  Heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, various voltage systems, steam raising plant and associated equipment, medical gas systems, nurse call systems, fire detection, building services controls, standby generators, and specialist healthcare equipment.

  Be expected to act on their own initiative, in a leadership role supporting the Estates Supervisor and Maintenance Managers in the day to day management of the service and assisting with the management of contractors.

  Be part of a team working a rotating shift pattern (4 on 4 off) and providing emergency out of hours on call.

  About us

  Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

  We have four primary goals:

  • high-quality care for all,
  • being a great place to work,
  • partnerships for impact, and
  • research and education excellence

  And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

  Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

  • we are compassionate,
  • we are proud,
  • we are inclusive, and
  • we are one team

  This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

  About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

  Details

  Date posted

  16 March 2026

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 5

  Salary

  £31,049 to £37,796 a year + 16.5 % shift allowance & RRP £3,000

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  358-7819922-E&F

  Job locations

  Leicester Royal Infirmary

  Infirmary Square

  Leicester

  LE1 5WW

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

  The post holder will maintain good communications and working relationships with;

  Members of Trust staff at all levels including nursing staff,Estates Supervisors,Estates Managers,All Estates and Facilities staff across disciplines,External Agencies,Emergency services.

  KEY RESULT AREAS

  Carry out work in accordance with current legislation, codes of practice and best practice guidance.

  Work safely observing the Trust and departments Health and Safety Policies and procedures.

  Work efficiently using technology to work within Service Level agreements and Key performance Indicators.

  Carry out tasks and communicate failures and non-conformities to line manager.

  To act in a professional manner when undertaking tasks and duties in contact with Patients, Visitors and staff.

  Contribute to the development of the CAFM systems ensuring relevant records are kept up to date and readily available.

  The post holder will have the ability to fulfil with total commitmentto versatility and flexibility a requirement to complete tasks onBuilding Services systems in NHS Buildings that include;

  Carrying out own dynamic Risk Assessments for all elements ofwork including manual handling,Supervise and organise Estates work taking place in a Hospitalenvironment, including the allocation of resources as appropriate,

  Work autonomously as required by utilising the Trust FacilitiesManagement System to allocate PPM and reactive work requests,

  Liaise with area users to organise shutdowns of critical andcomplex patient support systemsTo communicate effectively with Wards and Departments in relation to Estates issues utilising written and/or verbalcommunication methods to ensure standards of service deliveryare maintained and the service user is fully informed of worksaffecting their areas of responsibility,

  Interpret and work from all instructions, drawings andspecifications in electrical or mechanical installations, plant andequipment, to deal with new situations as they arise and pass onknowledge to others.Have a thorough knowledge across a range of work proceduresand practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevantpractical experience.

  Manufacture, design, assemble, erect and install new work oftenusing own judgement regarding a range of complex equipment,requiring accuracy and precision.

  Problem solving of technical issues and fault diagnosis on complexMechanical and Electrical systems.

  Observe statutory and other relevant requirements in particular toHealth & Safety and Codes of Practice applicable to OperationalServices.

  Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance and day to dayduties involving the maintenance of all types of plant, equipmentand installations, including boilers, water testing, stripping downboilers for insurance inspections and electrical systemmaintenance including fire alarm systems, batteries anduninterruptible power supplies.

  Utilise the Trust Facilities Management System for recording,updating and auditing estates records and the compilation of PlantHistories.

  Carry out surveys for future maintenance, alterations orimprovements including the preparation and compilation oftechnical reports.

  Perform a wide range of work of other estates trades asappropriate to their range of work e.g. multi-skilling.

  Carry Trust communication devices (PDAs) to facilitate immediateresponse to reactive requests, planned maintenance andemergency breakdowns.

  Participate in appropriate on-call/shift rotas, subject to appropriatenegotiations, and be prepared to work such hours that may berequired in an emergency.

  Any other duties as may be reasonably required by linemanagement commensurate with the grades of the post.

  Respond to switchboard and building management system alarms.e.g. Fire alarms, lift trappings, Medical Gas Alarms, Boiler Alarms.Use BMS system for first line plant fault diagnosis and plantperformance monitoring.

  Use of electronic devices to monitor and analyse reports fromcomplex Building Management System and Security Systems andequipment to include data collection, first line diagnostics,performance analysis and maintenance.

  Frequently control the action of untrained and unskilled individualsduring the release of trapped lift passengers and whilst doing sotake full responsibility for the safety of these passengers, oncompletion call out lift service engineers and liaise whilst they areon site.

  ADMINISTRATION

  Actively participate in the control and transfer of information systems including completion of all paperwork required. (Including completion of all job dockets and timesheets).

  To participate in regular team briefings.

  Understand and adhere to Trust policies and procedures pertinent to the role.

  Participate in the Trust Appraisal system and Personal Development planning

  please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

  The post holder will maintain good communications and working relationships with;

  Members of Trust staff at all levels including nursing staff,Estates Supervisors,Estates Managers,All Estates and Facilities staff across disciplines,External Agencies,Emergency services.

  KEY RESULT AREAS

  Carry out work in accordance with current legislation, codes of practice and best practice guidance.

  Work safely observing the Trust and departments Health and Safety Policies and procedures.

  Work efficiently using technology to work within Service Level agreements and Key performance Indicators.

  Carry out tasks and communicate failures and non-conformities to line manager.

  To act in a professional manner when undertaking tasks and duties in contact with Patients, Visitors and staff.

  Contribute to the development of the CAFM systems ensuring relevant records are kept up to date and readily available.

  The post holder will have the ability to fulfil with total commitmentto versatility and flexibility a requirement to complete tasks onBuilding Services systems in NHS Buildings that include;

  Carrying out own dynamic Risk Assessments for all elements ofwork including manual handling,Supervise and organise Estates work taking place in a Hospitalenvironment, including the allocation of resources as appropriate,

  Work autonomously as required by utilising the Trust FacilitiesManagement System to allocate PPM and reactive work requests,

  Liaise with area users to organise shutdowns of critical andcomplex patient support systemsTo communicate effectively with Wards and Departments in relation to Estates issues utilising written and/or verbalcommunication methods to ensure standards of service deliveryare maintained and the service user is fully informed of worksaffecting their areas of responsibility,

  Interpret and work from all instructions, drawings andspecifications in electrical or mechanical installations, plant andequipment, to deal with new situations as they arise and pass onknowledge to others.Have a thorough knowledge across a range of work proceduresand practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevantpractical experience.

  Manufacture, design, assemble, erect and install new work oftenusing own judgement regarding a range of complex equipment,requiring accuracy and precision.

  Problem solving of technical issues and fault diagnosis on complexMechanical and Electrical systems.

  Observe statutory and other relevant requirements in particular toHealth & Safety and Codes of Practice applicable to OperationalServices.

  Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance and day to dayduties involving the maintenance of all types of plant, equipmentand installations, including boilers, water testing, stripping downboilers for insurance inspections and electrical systemmaintenance including fire alarm systems, batteries anduninterruptible power supplies.

  Utilise the Trust Facilities Management System for recording,updating and auditing estates records and the compilation of PlantHistories.

  Carry out surveys for future maintenance, alterations orimprovements including the preparation and compilation oftechnical reports.

  Perform a wide range of work of other estates trades asappropriate to their range of work e.g. multi-skilling.

  Carry Trust communication devices (PDAs) to facilitate immediateresponse to reactive requests, planned maintenance andemergency breakdowns.

  Participate in appropriate on-call/shift rotas, subject to appropriatenegotiations, and be prepared to work such hours that may berequired in an emergency.

  Any other duties as may be reasonably required by linemanagement commensurate with the grades of the post.

  Respond to switchboard and building management system alarms.e.g. Fire alarms, lift trappings, Medical Gas Alarms, Boiler Alarms.Use BMS system for first line plant fault diagnosis and plantperformance monitoring.

  Use of electronic devices to monitor and analyse reports fromcomplex Building Management System and Security Systems andequipment to include data collection, first line diagnostics,performance analysis and maintenance.

  Frequently control the action of untrained and unskilled individualsduring the release of trapped lift passengers and whilst doing sotake full responsibility for the safety of these passengers, oncompletion call out lift service engineers and liaise whilst they areon site.

  ADMINISTRATION

  Actively participate in the control and transfer of information systems including completion of all paperwork required. (Including completion of all job dockets and timesheets).

  To participate in regular team briefings.

  Understand and adhere to Trust policies and procedures pertinent to the role.

  Participate in the Trust Appraisal system and Personal Development planning

  please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.

  Person Specification

  Training & Qualifications

  Essential

  • Good general education, with GCSE grades of A - C or equivalent
  • Relevant City & Guilds Level 3 in an Electrical discipline.
  • HNC or equivalent experience or willing to work towards a HNC
  • PASMA - Mobile Access Tower User.
  • Completed a recognised Apprenticeship

  Desirable

  • HND in an Electrical/Mechanical discipline.
  • Competent or Authorised Person HTM.
  • BOAS qualification.

  Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to fault finding, diagnose and rectify mechanical, electrical systems using relevant tools, drawings and materials.
  • Ability to cope with demanding and stressful scenarios.
  • A dedicated and committed team leader.
  • Flexible individual who can cope with new and changing demands
  • Excellent attention to details
  • Ability to work flexibly as needs arise

  Desirable

  • Responsive to learning new skills with further training.
  • Ability to install and commission new installations.

  Experience

  Essential

  • A recognised apprenticeship in Electrical discipline
  • Good in-depth knowledge and workings of Mechanical, electrical & electronic systems within healthcare building engineering systems.

  Desirable

  • Experience of working in a Hospital Environment.
  • Knowledge of BEMS and control systems.
  • Understanding of Steam raising boiler plant and associated control Systems.

  Communication and relationship skills

  Essential

  • Good organisational skills and ability to address and develop solutions to problems.
  • Good communication skills, for effective working relationships throughout the organisation
  • Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
  • Organised approach to work
  • Evidence of good written and spoken communication skills.

  Desirable

  • Demonstrate negotiating skills, persuasive, motivational and reassurance skills.

  Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

  Essential

  • Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
  • All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

  Other requirements specific to the role

  Essential

  • Has the ability to travel, as may be required to work at other sites pattern/rotas
  • To be able to participate on the Estates Emergency On-Call rota and therefore must be able to work outside of normal working hours including weekends, evenings and nights when on-call.

  Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

  Essential

  • Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

  Desirable

  • Evidence of related behaviour supporting the values.

  Analytical and Judgement skills

  Essential

  • IT / PC skills to be able operate the various computer systems
  • Ability to understand and interpret work plans and drawings.

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of specific planned maintenance software systems.

  Physical skills

  Essential

  • Able to undertake all duties as detailed in the job description.

  Planning and organisation skills

  Essential

  • Able to prioritise works and manage conflicting priorities.
  • Experience of work planning.

  Person Specification

  Training & Qualifications

  Essential

  • Good general education, with GCSE grades of A - C or equivalent
  • Relevant City & Guilds Level 3 in an Electrical discipline.
  • HNC or equivalent experience or willing to work towards a HNC
  • PASMA - Mobile Access Tower User.
  • Completed a recognised Apprenticeship

  Desirable

  • HND in an Electrical/Mechanical discipline.
  • Competent or Authorised Person HTM.
  • BOAS qualification.

  Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to fault finding, diagnose and rectify mechanical, electrical systems using relevant tools, drawings and materials.
  • Ability to cope with demanding and stressful scenarios.
  • A dedicated and committed team leader.
  • Flexible individual who can cope with new and changing demands
  • Excellent attention to details
  • Ability to work flexibly as needs arise

  Desirable

  • Responsive to learning new skills with further training.
  • Ability to install and commission new installations.

  Experience

  Essential

  • A recognised apprenticeship in Electrical discipline
  • Good in-depth knowledge and workings of Mechanical, electrical & electronic systems within healthcare building engineering systems.

  Desirable

  • Experience of working in a Hospital Environment.
  • Knowledge of BEMS and control systems.
  • Understanding of Steam raising boiler plant and associated control Systems.

  Communication and relationship skills

  Essential

  • Good organisational skills and ability to address and develop solutions to problems.
  • Good communication skills, for effective working relationships throughout the organisation
  • Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
  • Organised approach to work
  • Evidence of good written and spoken communication skills.

  Desirable

  • Demonstrate negotiating skills, persuasive, motivational and reassurance skills.

  Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

  Essential

  • Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
  • All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

  Other requirements specific to the role

  Essential

  • Has the ability to travel, as may be required to work at other sites pattern/rotas
  • To be able to participate on the Estates Emergency On-Call rota and therefore must be able to work outside of normal working hours including weekends, evenings and nights when on-call.

  Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

  Essential

  • Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

  Desirable

  • Evidence of related behaviour supporting the values.

  Analytical and Judgement skills

  Essential

  • IT / PC skills to be able operate the various computer systems
  • Ability to understand and interpret work plans and drawings.

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of specific planned maintenance software systems.

  Physical skills

  Essential

  • Able to undertake all duties as detailed in the job description.

  Planning and organisation skills

  Essential

  • Able to prioritise works and manage conflicting priorities.
  • Experience of work planning.

  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

  University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

  Address

  Leicester Royal Infirmary

  Infirmary Square

  Leicester

  LE1 5WW

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

  Address

  Leicester Royal Infirmary

  Infirmary Square

  Leicester

  LE1 5WW

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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