Overview
Are you ready to bring your electrical expertise to a role where every switch you flip and circuit you secure helps keep vital healthcare services running smoothly? At the NHS, being an Electrical Craftsperson isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. From maintaining life-saving equipment to ensuring our hospitals stay safe and efficient, your skills will directly support patient care and staff wellbeing.
This role also attracts a Recruitment and Retention Premia of £3,500 per year, recognising the vital contribution you’ll make from day one.
Responsibilities
* Maintain all electrical engineering services and equipment within the Trust’s Establishments.
* Undertake planned and reactive maintenance, small improvement work and minor Capital schemes as directed.
* Support a multi-disciplined workforce and resource undertaking work associated with all engineering plant, building fabric and equipment to the estate within the Trust’s Establishments.
* Follow departmental and Trust operating policies and procedures guided by building and H & S regulations; work closely with the Estates Electrical Officer, but capable of working independently without regular supervision.
* Understand a technical engineering approach and active maintenance of equipment, fabric and utility services for the trust.
* Be responsible for tools, plant and materials used within the scope of the Estates Department.
* Ensure safety procedures are observed in the use of plant equipment, materials and working procedures and maintain a safe working environment in accordance with Health & Safety regulations.
* Work unsupervised within departmental standard operating procedures and prioritise work schedules. The post is based in the Estates Department and covers the Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust site and off-site locations.
Qualifications / Requirements
* Experience in electrical engineering services and the ability to undertake planned and reactive maintenance.
* Ability to follow safety procedures and health & safety regulations; capable of working independently without regular supervision.
* Ability to work within the Estates Department and manage tools, plant, and materials used in this scope.
Additional Information
* Location: Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust site and off-site locations.
* Department: Estates Department.
* Employer: Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; potential transfer to NHS wholly owned subsidiary from Oct/Nov 2025. NHS Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions will continue for transferring and new staff.
* Contract information and benefits include a Recruitment and Retention Premia (£3,500 per year) and ongoing NHS values-focused environment.
About Us / Equality
We are a Trust committed to diversity and an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. Our Trust Values are Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence. For more about our values and the Trust, search Dorset County Hospital online.
Application Notes
Our Job Description and Person Specification (attached) provide details about the role, expectations and candidate fit. When applying, please explain how your experience aligns with the person specification. If you cannot view or download the attachment, contact Recruitment at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk.
We understand some applicants may use AI tools to assist with application materials; submissions must reflect your own experiences and suitability. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process.
This advert closes on Tuesday 23 Sep 2025.
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