Multiskilled Maintenance Technician with Electrical Bias

Multiskilled Maintenance Technician with Electrical Bias
The Caludon Centre, Coventry CV2 2TE
Coventry & Warwickshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Full Time - 4 on/4 off pattern - mostly working night shifts and inc. weekends
Band 5 - £15.67/hr (Weekdays), £20.37/hr (Weeknights & Saturdays) & £25.07/hr (Sundays & Bank Holidays).
Night Shifts 19.00-07.00
Day shifts 07.00 to 19.00

Role involves driving Trust vehicles and so a full Uk driving licence is essential.

Temporary placement with potential to go permanent for the right candidate.

About the Role

Are you a skilled maintenance professional with an electrical bias looking to join a dedicated Estates & Facilities team? The Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Multiskilled Maintenance Technician to support the Caludon Centre in delivering safe, high-quality environments for patient care.

In this vital role, you will carry out a wide range of planned and reactive maintenance tasks across Trust buildings, focusing on electrical systems but also supporting general estates and fabric maintenance where needed. You'll play a key part in ensuring critical services such as lighting, power, air handling units, heating pumps, and lifts are maintained efficiently and safely.

This is a varied and hands-on role requiring a flexible, proactive and customer-focused individual who can work both independently and as part of a team. You will also participate in the on-call rota to assist with emergency situations such as fire alarm responses, heating failures, or urgent repairs.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical maintenance and fault finding across a wide range of building systems
• Support general maintenance works including carpentry, plastering, painting and minor plumbing
• Conduct regular inspections and preventative maintenance of plant and equipment
• Assist in building surveys, equipment assessments, and health & safety inspections
• Liaise with external contractors and suppliers when needed
• Maintain accurate records of work undertaken
• Participate in the on-call rota and respond to emergency issues such as blocked drains or gritting during icy weather
• Supervise apprentices, contractors, and provide on-the-job training when required

About You

You will be a qualified professional with a core skill in electrical maintenance and proven experience in a multiskilled maintenance role. A flexible and customer-focused approach is essential, alongside a strong understanding of health & safety regulations and safe working practices.

Essential Criteria:

• City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in an electrical discipline
• Experience in general building fabric work (carpentry, painting, plastering, etc.)
• Sound knowledge of electrical systems and general building maintenance
• Full UK driving licence
• Physically fit and able to lift/carry loads exceeding 15kg regularly
• Willingness to participate in the on-call rota
• Ability to work at height and in confined spaces
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Willing to undergo a standard DBS clearance
• This role may require you to show evidence of vocational level 3 qualification or at least 2 years relevant experience.

Why Join Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust?

At Coventry & Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust, you'll be part of a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation committed to delivering outstanding care and making a real difference in people's lives. C&WP pride themselves on supporting staff with a strong focus on wellbeing, training, and career development. As part of their diverse and inclusive team, you'll have the opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to services that support both mental and physical health across local communities.

In return for your hard work commitment NHS Professionals (NHSP) can offer you some fantastic benefits: -

· Competitive Pay Rates - work this week, get paid next week!

· First choice of placements at over 50 NHS Trusts in England

· Dedicated consultants

· Flexible working options

· Free DBS and free training

· Build holiday allowance.

· Support when you need it - 24/7 365 days.

· Stakeholder pension scheme

Who are NHS Professionals?

NHS Professionals (NHSP), owned by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), works in partnership with hospital trusts to provide a bank of highly skilled temporary workers who want to work flexibly within the NHS.

Working through the NHSP bank means Trusts don't have to rely on expensive agencies. Right now, we have over 126,000 members registered on our bank from various roles, grades and specialities, saving the NHS over £70 million each year. This money is then reinvested back into the NHS. Register today for various flexible working options and long-term placement opportunities.

We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Disclaimer

Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout the recruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly. We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting your application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.