Job Description

• 40.25 Hours Per Week / 2 Days, 2 Nights, 4 Off / Days - 7am - 7pm, Nights - 7pm - 7am
• 17.90 per hour + shift enhancements for working nights, weekends and bank holidays
• Access to Blue Light Card / Sodexo Perks
• 20 Holiday per Year
• Location is Royal Stoke Hospital

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Job Introduction
Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.
As a Shift Electrical Craftsperson at Sodexo, we're looking for someone who keeps things running smoothly-the one who knows how to solve problems, offer expert advice, and ensure the hospital estate operates at its best. As a Shift Electrical Craftsperson at Royal Stoke Hospital, you'll be the go-to expert for technical support and maintenance across equipment, building systems, and utility services.
Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
What You'll Do:

• Fully qualified (AP/CP) in diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing electrical and mechanical systems, including heating, cooling, steam, and medical gases
• Perform Planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards
• Read and interpret technical diagrams and documentation for system repairs
• Ensure safe operation and high-standard repairs of all plant/equipment within the hospital
• Support contract performance, response times, and compliance with contractual and statutory requirements
• Provide technical support, training, and develop team skills across the Hard FM function
• Manage out-of-hours call-outs, permits, and safe systems of work
• Maintain effective communication with Trust management and collaborate on safety and compliance initiatives
• Use CAFM and BMS systems for reporting, monitoring, and quality assurance
• Cover for team absences, overseeing workshop operations and providing hands-on technical guidance
• Comply with all health and safety, hygiene, and statutory regulations, including COSHH and fire safety.
• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and efficient environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

What You Bring:

• Fully competent in BS761, 18th edition regs; 2391 Test & Inspection preferred
• Qualified in electrical engineering with C+G/BTEC or equivalent, recognized apprenticeship, or time-served experience
• Extensive experience in electrical trade, with hands-on repair, fault-finding, and reading drawings
• Skilled in diagnosing and repairing plant and equipment, including UPS and generator backup systems
• Confident, logical, and adaptable under pressure; able to assess situations quickly and respond effectively
• Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work regulations and report writing skills
• Computer literate, preferably with building management systems (BMS) familiarity
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with strong mathematical ability
• Willing to attend relevant external/internal training courses as required
• Experience in mechanical maintenance, health service environment, or refrigeration/relevant specialist skills
• Excellent time management, teamwork, and communication
• A positive, initiative-taking approach-able to work independently or as part of a team.

What we offer:
Working at Sodexo isn't just a job - it's a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• A dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.
We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications - so don't wait!
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
Attached documents
Salary 17.90 per hour + shift enhancements plus Sodexo Benefits
Frequency Hourly
Job Reference SDX/TP/1663810/147789/RS
Contract Type Permanent
Closing Date 26 September, 2025
Job Category Facilities Management
Business Unit UK Healthcare - Frontline
Location Royal Stoke Hospital, Newcastle Road, Stoke-on-Trent,, United Kingdom
No. of positions 1
Posted on 12 September, 2025

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