Job Description

Electrical Supervisor is responsible for supervising the day-to-day maintenance operations within the hospital environment, with a strong focus on Health and Safety (H&S) and compliance as an Authorised Person (AP) for Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) systems. This hands-on role ensures that systems and equipment are maintained safely and efficiently, with minimal disruption to hospital services. The Electrical Supervisor provides leadership to a team of electricians and ensures that all work complies with relevant regulations and hospital standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervision of

: + Oversee the execution of

planned preventative maintenance (PPM)

and

reactive repairs

on electrical systems. Ensure work is done safely and to a high standard.
+ Provide

hands-on supervision

to a team of electricians and technicians, ensuring they follow safety protocols, procedures, and technical standards.
+ Ensure that the electrical team is effectively addressing all electrical faults, breakdowns, and testing requirements, particularly those affecting critical hospital systems (e.g., operating theatres, ICU, emergency power systems).
+ Assist in troubleshooting and diagnosing ensuring prompt resolution and within the contractual SLA
+ Regularly review the team's workload and prioritise tasks based on urgency and the impact on hospital operations

Health & Safety (H & S) Focus

: + Lead by example in maintaining a

safety-first culture

within the team, ensuring compliance with H & S regulations, including

Permit to Work

systems and

Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO)

+ Regularly inspect work sites and raise Hazard observations for any hazards that need addressing
+ Ensure that team members are trained on, and adhere to, the proper use of

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

and any issued, task required safety gear.

Authorised Person

: + Serve as the

Authorised Person (AP)

for both

Low Voltage (LV)

and

High Voltage (HV)

systems, taking responsibility for ensuring safe isolation and control of electrical equipment.
+ Issue and manage

Permits to Work

for electrical activities, including high-risk tasks such as live switching, ensuring that the correct safety measures are in place.
+ Supervise switching operations and planned shutdowns of

HV

and

LV

systems, ensuring all work is carried out according to strict safety procedures and

Hospital Technical Memoranda (HTM)

Technical Guidance & Support

: + Provide

technical supervision

and troubleshooting support to the electrical team for complex issues, ensuring that repairs are completed efficiently and safely.
+ Ensure that team members are trained in

fault-finding

techniques and are competent to handle both routine and emergency repairs.

Requirements:

Education & Certification

: NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent. + City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent certification in electrical testing and inspection.
+

18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations

+

Authorised Person (AP)

certification for LV and HV systems (or willingness to train to AP level).

Experience

: + Minimum of

5 years of hands-on experience

in electrical maintenance, with a solid background in working with

LV and HV systems

in a healthcare or other critical environment.
+ Experience as an Authorised Person (AP) or working towards AP status, particularly in the supervision of electrical safety and switching procedures.
+ Previous supervisory experience in leading a team of electricians, ensuring work is carried out safely and efficiently.

Skills

: + Strong

technical knowledge

of electrical systems
+ Excellent

supervisory skills

+ A strong understanding of

risk management

and the ability to conduct detailed risk assessments.
+ Using

maintenance management systems

for scheduling and record-keeping.

Desirable:

Familiarity with hospital standards and guidelines like

HTM 06-02

and

HTM 06-03

. Health & Safety qualifications (e.g., IOSH or NEBOSH) and a thorough understanding of relevant H&S legislation. First Aid certification.

Working Conditions:

Role will commence by shadowing the Senior Electrical Supervisor for a period of time to ensure the candidate is confident and competent in role Hospital environment with exposure to high-risk areas such as operating theatres and mechanical plant rooms. On-call duties and potential shift work (voluntary shift cover or Overtime) to ensure the continuous availability of electrical services

Salary & Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications AP duties paid in addition to the basic salary * Opportunities for further training and professional development, including AP certification updates.