Maintenance Technician – Electrician

Job Description

Role

Post Holder works with an Operational Estates Team that is professionally responsible for meeting the organisation’s key objectives, for the delivery of Patient Care by the provision of Effective, Efficient, and Safe Operation & Maintenance of Estates Services, Systems and Budgetary Resource, Compliance with Statutory Requirements & Mandatory NHS Healthcare Standards & Guidelines, for the day-to-day operational activities of the Estates Department. The post holder will participate in the use of FM First PPM & Reactive Maintenance System to ensure delivery of Statutory Compliance and Effective Repairs, specifically about Electrical Systems SHTM 06-01 Operational Management and working with NHS GG&C Framework / Approved Contractor(s) when required. The post holder will be a minimum of HNC qualified in a technical subject or working towards that qualification. The NHS delivers services around the clock, and this post requires the successful candidate to participate in Managing & Maintaining an Operational On-Call System. Full UK Driving Licence essential.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

• Location: Inverclyde Royal Hospital
• Permanent contract
• Full time position (37 hours per week)
• Shift pattern: Monday to Friday + On Call

Key responsibilities

• Provide a safe and comfortable environment for the provision of clinical care.
• Ascertain desired action using acquired skills and abilities to expedite best solution for desired outcome and assist putting solutions into practice.
• Install and commission machinery using installation manuals to ensure safety and in compliance with health and safety, and statutory regulations that benefit and provide a safe environment for the user and patient care.
• Interpret detailed manufacturers installation manuals and specification, technical data and wiring diagrams and schematic drawings for building services, systems, plant and equipment.
• Complete Planned Preventative Maintenance in accordance with organisational and manufacturers recommendation, using appropriate tools, test equipment and recording details of work carried out, to prevent breakdowns and maintain optimal operational ability.
• Respond to breakdowns, evaluate situation and take corrective action to ensure minimal disruption and damage.
• Survey plant and equipment for safety, soundness and establish maintenance to be undertaken.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required

• Served a recognised apprenticeship in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or Plumbing. Equivalent to SVQ Level 4 Higher National Diploma, Modern Apprenticeship – Level 4, Professional Development Awards (SCQF – 8-9).
• Knowledge of procedures for mechanical and gas maintenance and repair of electrical equipment; BTEC/ HNC Level or City and Guilds plus relevant post apprenticeship training or equivalent experience.
• Attend training courses as required by Estates Managements and NHS policies, procedures. The post holder must undergo specialised training in systems and equipment to gain the in depth theoretical knowledge required to comply with numerous laws, national guidelines and standards. In order to fulfil these requirements within a health care environment, the post holder requires training and regular re-certification in order to maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) of their competency and expertise on revised regulations.
• Level 3 C&G 2391 Award in the Inspection, testing and verification of fixed wiring systems.
• Level 3 Awards in the In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment (PAT).
• Have successfully completed a recognised course of Multi skilling training to enable full flexible working across all three disciplines.
• Working Knowledge of National NHS Scotland Technical Standards, “Scottish Health Technical Memorandums (SHTMs)” operational & management procedures.
• Ability to work unsupervised.

Benefits

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays.
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits.
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme.
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e learning and classroom based courses.
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays.
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services.
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies.

Working hours change from 1 April 2026

From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part time working hours will be reduced on a pro rated basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.

Equal opportunity & diversity

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community and is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.

Armed Forces Covenant

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer.