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Essential
5 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Qualifications
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
- Qualifications
Healthcare Buildings Maintenance with electrical bias background
- Qualifications
UPS, IPS, 3 phase and single-phase circuits, motor, inverters, generators, switch rooms
- Qualifications
Experience in electrical maintenance and repair
- Qualifications
Able to understand the requirements under HTM-06 and be either LV Competent Person or LV Authorised Person qualified and carry an 18th edition certificate
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Electrical Engineer
Spire Alexandra Hospital | Chatham | Full Time | Permanent | 37.5 Hours
Looking for a role where your technical expertise makes a real difference?
At Spire Alexandra Hospital, our Engineering team plays a vital role in supporting safe, high-quality patient care. We're looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our Estates team and help keep our hospital environment running smoothly, safely and efficiently.
This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance across electrical systems and hospital infrastructure. From fault finding and testing to supporting critical building services, you'll work in a modern healthcare environment where your skills have a direct impact on patients, colleagues and visitors every day.
What You'll Be Doing
- Carrying out planned preventative and reactive maintenance
- Electrical testing, fault finding and minor installations
- Supporting essential hospital systems, including electrical infrastructure, ventilation and water services
- Working alongside specialist contractors and ensuring compliance with HTM guidance
- Participating in a 1-in-4 on-call rota
- Helping drive continuous improvement across the hospital estate
What We're Looking For
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
- Healthcare Buildings Maintenance with electrical bias background
- UPS, IPS, 3 phase and single-phase circuits, motor, inverters, generators, switch rooms
- Experience in electrical maintenance and repair
- Able to understand the requirements under HTM-06 and be either LV Competent Person or LV Authorised Person qualified and carry an 18th edition certificate
Why Join Spire?
- 35 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Free Bupa health assessment
- Contributory pension and life assurance
- Free on-site parking
- Discounts and cashback through our 'Spire for You' rewards platform
- Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities
At Spire Healthcare, our people are our difference. If you’re looking to build a rewarding career where your skills contribute to patient wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.
Closing Date: If sufficient applications are received, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Please submit your application as soon as possible.
Spire Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference—it’s their dedication, warmth, and pursuit of excellence that sets us apart.
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