Site Base Maintenance Electrician
Alaska Black
Electrical Site Based Engineer
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Static Engineer with a strong Electrical bias to lead our on-site delivery within a live hospital environment in Oxford.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the planned and reactive maintenance of electrical building services systems, ensuring full compliance with healthcare standards and maintaining a safe, operational environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
This is a site-based role (no mobile travel), supporting critical healthcare infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
Carry out PPM tasks in accordance with contract schedules, HTM guidance, and SFG20 standards
Electrical maintenance including:
LV distribution systems
Distribution boards and sub-main circuits
Lighting and emergency lighting systems
UPS systems and standby power systems
Generators and associated controls
Isolators, contactors, relays, and control gear
Small power and containment systems
Fire alarm interface awareness
Basic BMS operation and interrogation
Associated building services support:
Electrical fault finding on mechanical plant and HVAC controls
Motors, pumps, AHUs, FCUs, and control panels
Ensure all statutory compliance checks are completed and recorded correct. Reactive Maintenance
Respond promptly to electrical breakdowns and faults across site
Diagnose and repair electrical faults efficiently with minimal disruption
Prioritise works in line with hospital criticality levels
Support critical systems including emergency lighting, essential power, and clinical infrastructure
Carry out safe isolation and testing procedures where required
Subcontractor Management
Coordinate specialist subcontractors (e.g. fire alarm, BMS, generator, UPS, and electrical specialists)
Escort contractors where required
Ensure subcontractors comply with:
Site-specific rules
Permit to Work systems
Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
Infection control procedures
Review and approve RAMS prior to works commencing
Monitor quality and workmanship standards
Escalate performance or compliance issues to the Contract Manager
Compliance & Documentation
Ensure compliance with:
HTM guidance relevant to electrical systems
BS 7671 Wiring Regulations
Electricity at Work Regulations
Health & Safety at Work Act
Maintain accurate records using CAFM systems
Assist in audits and compliance inspections
Support EICR remedial works and electrical compliance activities
Safety & Risk Management
Adhere strictly to Permit to Work systems
Follow safe isolation and lock-off procedures
Work safely in clinical and non-clinical areas
Understand and follow infection control procedures
Participate in toolbox talks and safety briefings
Client & Site Interaction
Liaise with hospital estates team and clinical staff
Provide technical support and advice on electrical systems and infrastructure
Represent the company professionally at all times
Skills & Experience Required
Essential:
City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
18th Edition Wiring Regulations
Proven experience in electrical building services maintenance
Strong fault-finding ability on electrical systems
Experience working in critical environments (hospital, healthcare, data centre, or similar)
Knowledge of emergency lighting and essential power systems
Desirable:
Test & Inspection qualification (2391 or equivalent)
Experience with BMS systems
Knowledge of HTM guidance
AP/LV or HV awareness
Experience supporting mechanical plant controls
Personal Attributes
Calm under pressure
Strong problem-solving skills
Good communication skills
High attention to detail
Reliable and proactive
What We Offer
Overtime opportunities
Ongoing training and development
Stable, long-term static role
Pension scheme
Company uniform and PPE
Remuneration Package
£45–47k starting salary with £1.5k–£2k increase following successful 6-month probation period
£145.00 per week standard on-call allowance
24 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
Application opens at the source listing. Free for jobseekers.