Electrical Assistant - Band 3

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within SLAM  for a Electrical Assistant to join the  Estates team. The Trust has four main sites and community properties, therefore applicants should be able to arrange their work, parts and materials and carry out tasks in a safe and tidy manner.

To maintain continuity of service there will be times when extra hours, altered work patterns/duties is required.  The post-holder must have a good general knowledge of domestic and commercial buildings.

Previous applicants need not apply

Main duties of the job

• To undertake planned preventative maintenance, reactive maintenance and emergency works as demanded by a Hospital of this type. Use all skills, experience and knowledge ensuring safe working methods to carry out maintenance tasks in the most cost effective way for the Trust
• To understand the workings of buildings, engineering services and systems in NHS/Trust premises. Ensuring that they are maintained to a high standard and that all plant and equipment are utilised in a safe and efficient manner
• To carry out work in a timely manner as requested using the current works requisition system and ensuring that any associated information is recorded.
• To work as part of a departmental team and where necessary support colleagues of all levels and disciplines as required.
• To provide a maintenance service to all Trust buildings, off site properties and be able to work unsupervised.
• To maintain continuity of service there will be times when extra hours, altered work patterns, duties or location are required.
• To keep up to date with current legislation and attend training courses as directed by Estate Management
• To be able to work safely in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act, current guidance and to follow any other safety policies as issued by the Trust

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are hiring a Electrical Assistant to work at the Bethlem Royal Hospital, within the Estates & Facilities team at the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. The Trust provides NHS care and treatment for people with mental health problems in seven London boroughs and nationally. You will cover community properties.

Your duties will include providing a Electrical maintenance  service to a high standard. You must demonstrate knowledge in maintenance work, reactive repairs, compliance monitoring and associated remedial work. In the performance of your role you will be expected to form good working relationships and show a customer service approach with clients, staff and contract personnel.

Please ensure that you read and understand the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role. Your Statement in Support should reflect the requirements specified as your application will be judged against these criteria

We look forward to receiving your application.

Previous applications need not apply