Craftsperson – Electrical

Company: Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
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Location: Bath
Job Description:

Job Overview

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and flexible Electrical Craftsperson to join our multi-skilled in-house Electrical Maintenance Team within the Estates Department.

You will be a keen team member and have a good understanding of the function of Estates Maintenance. Any relevant and suitable healthcare experience would be an advantage, such as working with Nurse call systems, Security systems, Fire systems, LV/HV systems and also any experience with a Building Management System (BMS).

We’re seeking an individual who has excellent communication skills, a willingness to learn new skills and be committed to the development of the Estates Team.

Your positive attitude and capacity to work well, both within a team and alone without direct supervision will ensure your success.

You’ll be based at the RUH Site in Bath and will report to the Estates Officer (Operations). The Job Description (attached) further defines the role and responsibilities required by applicants.

For an informal discussion about the role contact Nicky Bonner, Estates Officer (Operations) on 07342074341 or 01225 826926 or email your enquiry to: nicky.bonner@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

  • To carry out inspections, tests, repairs, installations, as directed on trust properties, plant and infrastructure.
  • To undertake work as identified on works dockets allocated to you completing the works docket legibly in accordance with the Estates procedure.
  • To report Faults identified either when carrying out routine checks/planned preventative Maintenance or in the course of the normal working day. Using the estates reporting system 4141 to raise a work Docket.
  • To undertake planned preventative maintenance checks and complete report sheets legibly as required, in accordance with trust procedures and policies.
  • To identify parts and/or equipment required to carry out designated work and use Estates Stores system to obtain required items in accordance with Trust Standing Financial Instructions.
  • To investigate failures as directed and identify the permanent repair required, to ensure ongoing reliability and statutory compliance.
  • To assist other estate staff at all levels with works and problem solving where requested.
  • To adhere to the trust procedures where “permit to work ” is in place
  • Participate in “on call” Rota’s as required.

Qualifications & Training

  • Appropriate Mechanical / Electrical / Building apprenticeship Or Adequate technical knowledge
  • ONC Level education CSE or above qualifications in English and technical/scientific subjects.

Knowledge & Experience

  • Trade specific experience gained over +4 years
  • Experience of working in a hospital environment or similar

Please note – Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered unless an alternative right to work solution can be provided. Candidates requiring sponsorship (or will need sponsorship at the end of a current visa e.g. those with graduate visa’s) should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying: Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview – GOV.UK

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties 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.

Documents to download

  • B4 Elec (PDF, 384.4KB)
  • Join the RUH (PDF, 1.3MB)

Contact

Name Mrs Nicky Bonner Job title Estates Officer Operations Email address nicky.bonner@nhs.net Telephone number 07342074341

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Posted: June 6th, 2026