Job Summary
The Liverpool Women's Hospital is the largest hospital in the country dedicated to the healthcare of women and babies. Commissioned in 1995, services are therefore provided in a modern and pleasant environment.
We are looking for a time served electrician to join our small but very committed team. You must have a flexible approach to work and be able to work on your own initiative.
Ideally you will be qualified to ONC level or equivalent in Electrical Engineering and have at least three year's experience of multiskilling in basic mechanical engineering and plumbing services.
NHS experience would be an advantage but specific NHS training courses will be provided.
You must be able to participate in the Estates emergency out of hour's on-call rota.
Standard working week is 37.50 hours Monday to Friday working a 7.50 hour day between the core hours of 08:00 to 20:00 and you may be asked to work late/early starts and also some weekends.
For an informal discussion please contact Chris Pearson, Senior Estates Officer on 0151 708 9988 - Ext 1655.
Main duties of the job
- Understand the workings of the mechanical, plumbing, building services, electrical, electronic system in NHS buildings, i.e.
- Service, test, diagnose, repair and calibrate advanced mechanical, electrical and electronic installations, plant and equipment, deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others;
- Undertake duties of lower grade staff as appropriate on an ad hoc basis;
- Assemble, install and commission new work;
- Use all relevant tools and equipment and work in a safe manner. Wear appropriate protective clothing and equipment as necessary and observe the Trust's policy associated with Health and Safety at Work;
- Instruct others on all aspects of his/her work;
- Liaise with professional, technical and contracted maintenance staff;
- Learn new techniques with training as necessary;
- Understand fully the relationship of tradesman's work with his/her own and appreciate the effect that the work of the Estates department has on the provision of healthcare in the Trust;
- Participate in the Estates on-call system designed to respond to requests for emergency work outside normal working hours;
- Undertake duties appropriate to the position as required by the management;
- Be conversant with current Health and Safety legislation and HTM's.
About Us
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes us
thespecialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.
We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.
The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it's services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.
Date posted
13 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year On call allowance and overtime
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
159-LWH-48-25
Job locations
Liverpool Women's Hospital
Crown Street
Liverpool
L8 7SS
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties And Responsibilities
- Understand the workings of the mechanical, plumbing, building services, electrical, electronic system in NHS buildings, i.e.
- Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning plant for Theatres, ICUs, Wards, and all other areas.
- Medium Temperature Hot Water Packaged Boilers and the distribution system.
- Storage of potable cold water and the distribution system.
- Domestic Hot Water and the distribution system.
- Computerised Building Management System that controls and monitors a. b. c.& d. above
- Electrical power and lighting distribution system with emergency stand-by generator.
- Access control, nurse call and various security systems.
- Bed, passenger and goods lifts.
- Catering and Domestic equipment.
- Bed pan washer/disinfectors.
- Medical gas pipeline systems.
- Foul water and rain water drainage systems.
- Internal and external building services and construction maintenance.
- Service, test, diagnose, repair and calibrate advanced mechanical, electrical and electronic installations, plant and equipment, deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others;
- Undertake duties of lower grade staff as appropriate on an ad hoc basis;
- Assemble, install and commission new work;
- Use all relevant tools and equipment and work in a safe manner. Wear appropriate protective clothing and equipment as necessary and observe the Trusts policy associated with Health and Safety at Work;
- Instruct others on all aspects of his/her work;
- Liaise with professional, technical and contracted maintenance staff;
- Learn new techniques with training as necessary;
- Understand fully the relationship of tradesmans work with his/her own and appreciate the effect that the work of the Estates department has on the provision of healthcare in the Trust;
- Participate in the Estates on-call system designed to respond to requests for emergency work outside normal working hours;
- Undertake duties appropriate to the position as required by the management;
- Be conversant with current Health and Safety legislation and HTMs.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Understand the workings of the mechanical, plumbing, building services, electrical, electronic system in NHS buildings, i.e.
- Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning plant for Theatres, ICUs, Wards, and all other areas.
- Medium Temperature Hot Water Packaged Boilers and the distribution system.
- Storage of potable cold water and the distribution system.
- Domestic Hot Water and the distribution system.
- Computerised Building Management System that controls and monitors a. b. c.& d. above
- Electrical power and lighting distribution system with emergency stand-by generator.
- Access control, nurse call and various security systems.
- Bed, passenger and goods lifts.
- Catering and Domestic equipment.
- Bed pan washer/disinfectors.
- Medical gas pipeline systems.
- Foul water and rain water drainage systems.
- Internal and external building services and construction maintenance.
- Service, test, diagnose, repair and calibrate advanced mechanical, electrical and electronic installations, plant and equipment, deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others;
- Undertake duties of lower grade staff as appropriate on an ad hoc basis;
- Assemble, install and commission new work;
- Use all relevant tools and equipment and work in a safe manner. Wear appropriate protective clothing and equipment as necessary and observe the Trusts policy associated with Health and Safety at Work;
- Instruct others on all aspects of his/her work;
- Liaise with professional, technical and contracted maintenance staff;
- Learn new techniques with training as necessary;
- Understand fully the relationship of tradesmans work with his/her own and appreciate the effect that the work of the Estates department has on the provision of healthcare in the Trust;
- Participate in the Estates on-call system designed to respond to requests for emergency work outside normal working hours;
- Undertake duties appropriate to the position as required by the management;
- Be conversant with current Health and Safety legislation and HTMs.
Person Specification
Person Specification Essential
- Skills, Knowledge & AptitudesoTime served Tradesman. oAble to work on own initiative. oWilling to attend training courses
- Qualifications & LearningoONC or oCity & Guilds Level 3 or oNVQ level 3
- ExperienceoAt least 3 year's experience of multi- skilling. oAware of current legislation and approved codes of practice. oAble to efficiently prioritise time oPrevious NHS experience
- Personal AttributesoExcellent time keeper. oGood sickness record. oWell-developed written and communication skills oProblem solving ability
- Special RequirementsoAble to undertake on-call duties. oCar driver/owner.
Person Specification Person Specification Essential
- Skills, Knowledge & AptitudesoTime served Tradesman. oAble to work on own initiative. oWilling to attend training courses
- Qualifications & LearningoONC or oCity & Guilds Level 3 or oNVQ level 3
- ExperienceoAt least 3 year's experience of multi- skilling. oAware of current legislation and approved codes of practice. oAble to efficiently prioritise time oPrevious NHS experience
- Personal AttributesoExcellent time keeper. oGood sickness record. oWell-developed written and communication skills oProblem solving ability
- Special RequirementsoAble to undertake on-call duties. oCar driver/owner.
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
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Liverpool Women's Hospital
Crown Street
Liverpool
L8 7SS
Employer's website
https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
