Spire Healthcare, Pontprennau, | Cardiff | Hospital Engineer (Electrical) | Private Hospital | Full Time | Permanent | 37.5 hrs | Training & Development Opportunities
At Spire Cardiff Hospital, your work will have a direct impact on patient care. As a Hospital Engineer with an electrical focus, you'll help ensure our hospital environment is safe, compliant and fully operational-supporting clinicians to deliver outstanding care every day. Whether you're an experienced engineer or nearing the end of your studies and ready to begin your career, this is a role where you can truly make a difference while developing your skills in a modern healthcare setting.
Working as part of a supportive engineering team, you'll take ownership of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive tasks across a range of systems. From electrical infrastructure to ventilation and water systems, your work will keep the hospital running smoothly and safely. You'll also liaise with specialist contractors, maintain compliance with HTM standards and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Success in this role means delivering reliable, high-quality maintenance, prioritising workload effectively, and ensuring all systems meet regulatory and safety standards.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance using CMMS
Support electrical systems alongside ventilation, water systems and infrastructure
Ensure compliance with HTM guidance and manufacturer standards
Liaise with specialist contractors, promoting safe working practices
Respond to maintenance requests and prioritise workload effectively
Maintain accurate records and documentation
Participate in on-call rota (1 in 4) and emergency response
Support fire safety systems, testing and drills
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Who we're looking for:
Essential:
Electrical qualification (C&G, NVQ or equivalent) or working towards completion
Experience or strong interest in maintenance engineering/building services
Ability to work independently and prioritise tasksDesirable:
Experience in healthcare, facilities or critical environments
Knowledge of HTM standards (training provided)Working Hours:- Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:00, On-call rota: 1 in 4
Contract:- Permanent - Full Time
Benefits:
Competitive salary and 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Private medical insurance and free Bupa wellness screening
Employer pension and life assurance
Free on-site parking
"Spire for you" discounts and cashback
Ongoing training and development
Gym and wellbeing benefits
Structured training and development opportunities
At Spire Healthcare, our people are our difference. If you're looking to build a rewarding career where your skills contribute to patient wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you.
For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about career opportunities with Spire, please contact Alison Roberts at
Closing Date: If sufficient applications are received, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Please submit your application as soon as possible.
Spire Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference-it's their dedication, warmth, and pursuit of excellence that sets us apart