Job overview
Join our Estates & Facilities team as an Electrical Supervisor and take ownership of critical electrical systems across one of the most secure healthcare environments in the UK. Acting as the Authorised Person for LV and HV installations, you’ll ensure compliance with HTM-06 standards while managing planned and reactive maintenance. This role demands strong technical knowledge, leadership skills, and a commitment to safety. If you’re looking for a position where your expertise directly supports patient care and operational excellence, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Main duties of the job
You will take responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of all electrical systems across a large, secure healthcare estate. Acting as the lead authority for electrical compliance, you’ll ensure all works meet HTM-06 standards and statutory regulations. Your duties include planning and supervising maintenance schedules, diagnosing and resolving complex faults, and coordinating both internal teams and external contractors to minimise downtime. You’ll manage resources effectively, maintain strict tool control, and uphold the highest standards of safety and quality. Strong technical knowledge, analytical skills, and the ability to work under pressure are essential, alongside clear communication to explain technical issues to non-specialists. This role requires a proactive approach, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement and energy efficiency
Working for our organisation
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached.
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. City & Guilds 2360 Parts 1 & 2 (or NVQ Level 3 Equivalent).
2. C&G 2382-18 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations).
3. C&G 2391 (Inspection & Testing).
Desirable criteria
4. HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering
5. Authorised Person (HV) Certification
6. NEBOSH or IOSH Safety Certificate
7. Authorised Person (LV) Training/Certification
Experience
Essential criteria
8. Minimum of 3 years post qualification experience within a commercial environment
9. Supervisory experience within an Estates maintenance environment.
10. Significant experience in electrical maintenance within a large/complex estate.
11. Experience working as an electrician within the NHS.
12. Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS).
Desirable criteria
13. Experience using CAD
14. Project Management experience
15. Experience working in a secure environment (Prison/Secure Hospital).
Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria
16. Detailed knowledge of HTM-06 (Electrical Services in Healthcare).
17. Strong understanding of Health & Safety (COSHH, Risk Assessments, Permit to Work).
18. Understanding of strict tool control procedures.
19. Strong analytical skills; able to compile, analyse problems and to find solutions.
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
20. Self-motivated and able to work without supervision
21. Ability to diagnose complex electrical faults under pressure.
22. Excellent communication skills (able to explain technical issues to clinical staff).
23. Excellent attention to detail.
Desirable criteria
24. Strong IT skills (Excel, Word, CAFM systems).