# Maintenance Worker Specialised (Electrical)

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
- **Location:** Sheffield Children's Hospital
- **Workplace type:** onsite
- **Profession:** Maintenance worker
- **Grade:** Band 5
- **Salary:** £32,073 - £39,043 Per Annum
- **Contract type:** Permanent
- **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- **Closing date:** 2026-09-24T22:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-09-10T14:31:50.290Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/South_Yorkshire/Sheffield/Sheffield_Childrens_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Maintenance_Worker_Specialist_Electrical/Maintenance_Worker_Specialist_Electrical-v8288049
- **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8288049?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002
- **Employer website:** https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk

## Job Content

### Job overview

Permanent | Full Time |

We are looking for an apprentice trained, fully qualified Electrical Engineer/Electrician with the technical expertise to support the safe and efficient running of the hospital estate.

About the Role The post holder will carry out and oversee the repair, maintenance, and installation of complex electrical plant and equipment across Trust premises. This hands on role requires strong technical ability, independent working, and effective contribution within a multi skilled team. We welcome applicants who are proactive, reliable, and committed to delivering high quality service within a healthcare setting.

About you

City & Guilds or equivalent knowledge to HNC/HND level in Electrical Engineering A recognised trade/CITB/EITB apprenticeship Hold a full UK driving licence Electrical NVQ Level 3 or equivalent technical discipline Experience in a similar maintenance or engineering environment

### Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Senior estates Manager , some of your responsibilities will include:

- Deliver multi‑trade repairs and planned maintenance across a wide range of systems.
- Diagnose and repair complex electrical and engineering faults, including generators, LV systems, plant controls, fire alarms, UPS, door entry systems and lifts.
- Act as an Authorised/Competent Person for high‑ and low‑voltage systems in line with HTMs.
- Provide electrical maintenance and repairs to Trust equipment and infrastructure.
- Support installation and upgrade works.
- Participate in the Estates on‑call rota.
- Work flexibly in a multi‑skilled capacity while maintaining a core electrical focus.
- Ensure compliance with Trust and statutory standards at all time

### Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 8159 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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### Applicant requirements

The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

## Person Specification

### Experience

**Essential**

- Recognised apprenticeship
- Experience in complex Engineering Services maintenance with a demonstrable track record of competence.

**Desirable**

- Previous experience in a large acute hospital
- Risk Assessments
- Lift release training

### Qualifications

**Essential**

- City and Guilds along with relevant experience demonstrating knowledge at a level equivalent to HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or Completion of a recognised trade / CITB / EITB Apprenticeship and experience in a similar technical discipline...Electrical NVQ level 3 + AM2
- 18th Edition Qualified

**Desirable**

- Authorised person in High Voltage systems
- Washer Disinfector training to HTM
- Degree in Electrical Engineering.

### Knowledge and Skills

**Essential**

- Specialist knowledge of technical developments in Estates maintenance
- Able to identify hazards and risks to self and others and work safely at all times and to ensure the safety of patients, visitors and staff.
- Full UK Driving Licence

**Desirable**

- Good understanding of complex electrical and mechanical drawings and computer data able to interpret and make decisions based on this data
- Knowledge and appreciation of Building Maintenance Issues
- Knowledge of NHS and working in clinical Areas

## Documents

- [our edi goals (pdf, 155.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2909)
- [job description & personal spec (pdf, 600.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10605538)

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