Overview
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, conscientious and dedicated Electrician to join an Estates Maintenance Team responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment at properties owned and maintained by Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Trust. The role will require the post holder to undertake the role of Competent Person (CP) as defined within Health Technical Memorandum 06-02.
As part of the role, the post holder will be required to be flexible and operate as part of a diverse maintenance team whilst having a wide ranging knowledge of electrical systems (including LV distribution, technical drawings, problem solving, testing and inspection etc).
The role will also require the post holder to participate in the on-call rota. All applicants must have access to transport for work purposes as travel is essential around the various properties the Trust is responsible for. They must also be able to use their own initiative in order to problem solve issues that may be presented in a safe manner in order for areas to continually operate and provide assurance to the stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Carry out installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment across Trust properties; operate as Competent Person in line with HTM 06-02; work as part of a diverse Estates Maintenance Team to sustain safe and compliant electrical systems.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful applicants must be trained to City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Craft Certificate or equivalent qualification (e.g. NVQ 3, BTEC National Certificate/Diploma or ONC/OND) and will have completed a recognised Electrical apprenticeship with a high level of competence. Basic requirements include a wide knowledge of electrical systems and related skills.
Salary, On-Call and Benefits
The salary for this role is at Agenda for Change band 4, with RRP an additional payment, paid at £6040.95 per annum. On call is paid at £21.92 per occasion with a minimum of 1.5 hours pay per call out. All other on-call time is paid at time and a half, including travel time. There is enhanced bank holiday pay for on call and time back in lieu.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. The trust offers up to three weeks’ induction, with the Prepare to Care programme for all new starters to help you hit the ground running with CWP.
About Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP)
CWP provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as three GP surgeries in Cheshire. We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites with services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton and Liverpool. We also provide specialist services for the North West as a whole. Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
Inclusive Recruitment
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award holder, CWP is committed to inclusive recruitment and values differences. We welcome applicants with direct experience of accessing our services. The trust is also part of a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for eligible Armed Forces and disabled applicants.
We offer up to three weeks’ induction with the Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. Recruitment selection is based on competence and values, and we use a values-based interview process. Review the Trust’s Values and provide examples from work experience and/or personal life that demonstrate these values in your application.
Application Support
Please download a copy of the job description for full details of responsibilities. For help with the application process, you can contact the recruitment team at cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or 01244 393100. An applicant guide is available at the bottom of the page; further guidance is provided via the Trust’s website.
DBS and Additional Details
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as the vacancy may close before the advertised date if a large number of applications are received.
Remark: If you have any special support needs, please inform the team as part of the interview and selection processes.
This advert closes on Thursday 2 Oct 2025.
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