Assistant Electrical Technical Manager

Equans is looking for an Assistant Electrical Technical Manager to join the team at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

The post holder will undertake electrical inspection, testing, certification and compliance activities across the Portsmouth University Hospital estate, ensuring all LV electrical systems remain safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

Working within the Estates Team, the post holder will support the Technical Manager in the efficient operation and maintenance of the hospital’s HV and LV electrical infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on carrying out periodic inspection and testing in accordance with City & Guilds 2391, BS 7671, HTM guidance and statutory regulations. The role will also contribute to the promotion of good engineering practices and support healthcare engineering compliance across the estate.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a qualified electrical engineer to step up. With paid overtime and on call, the opportunity to earn Authorised Person (LV and HV) qualifications, IOSH Managing Safety qualification, as well as opportunities to develop and grow with an experienced team.

What will you deliver?

• Undertake and plan periodic inspection and testing of LV electrical installations throughout the hospital estate in line with current legislation, HTMs, relevant British Standards and recognised industry guidance
• Produce accurate Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs), Minor Works Certificates and Electrical Installation Certificates as required
• Maintain comprehensive inspection, test and certification records within the CAFM system and ensure statutory compliance documentation is up to date 
• Support the estates management team in the provision of a 24-hour maintenance service within Portsmouth University Hospital for the SPV
• Ensure safe systems of work are used, in line with HTMs, recognised Codes of Practice, Equans Quality Management System (ISO 9001), Health & Safety at Work Act, COSHH Regulations, Electricity at Work Regulations and all other applicable legislation
• Support the management and maintenance of HV and LV electrical distribution systems
• Provide technical support and advice in resolving complex electrical engineering issues relating to the estate infrastructure
• Support and manage specialist contractors, reviewing risk assessment and method statements, issuing permits to work, ensuring compliance with site procedures and standards
• Assist in the delivery and continuous development of the site life-cycle and compliance plans
• Work in areas occupied by patients, visitors and staff, having due regard for health, safety, dignity, confidentiality and Data Protection requirements

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing (or equivalent recognised qualification)
• NVQ Level 3, ONC, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
• Extensive experience carrying out electrical inspection, testing and certification of commercial or healthcare electrical installations
• Experience producing EICRs and associated certification to BS 7671 requirements
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience working on LV distribution systems, switchgear, final circuits and associated infrastructure
• Good understanding of statutory electrical compliance requirements
• Strong understanding of electrical health and safety requirements

This role includes a DBS Standard check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. 

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. 

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.