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Employer: East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 06 March 2026
Job Summary
Please note: Although this role is advertised by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, the position is based at, and working on behalf of, University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust properties through the One Lancashire and South Cumbria (One LSC) corporate collaboration.
The Estates department at Furness General Hospital consists of highly skilled electrical and mechanical engineers, creative building craftspersons, and dedicated support staff.
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic electrician. Candidates should be experienced, time-served, and suitably qualified in an electrical trade, plant maintenance, or fault finding.
Main Duties
This is a highly rewarding role. Reporting to the Electrical Estates Officer, the successful candidate will:
Carry out electrical maintenance and installation work within acute and community NHS properties.
Work on power and lighting systems, electrical heating, motors, lifts, and backup generators.
Receive additional training to work on systems such as ventilation, air conditioning, and other healthcare-related electrical services.
Work independently and as part of a team, ensuring patient and staff safety remains a priority.
Assist other trades and undertake other tasks to maintain building services when required.
Communicate effectively at all levels and demonstrate self-motivation.
A healthcare background is advantageous but not essential, as specific training will be provided.
Base location: Furness General Hospital
About East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust operates from three main hospitals:
Furness General Hospital (FGH) – Barrow
Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI)
Westmorland General Hospital (WGH)
Additionally, the Trust manages community healthcare premises, including Millom Hospital, GP Practices, and Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe.
FGH and RLI provide full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units, and Consultant-led services.
RLI also includes an Urgent Treatment Centre for non-life-threatening conditions.
All three hospitals provide planned care, including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case, and inpatient surgery.
Community facilities across Morecambe Bay provide local outreach services and diagnostics.
Please note: Although advertised by East Lancashire Hospitals Trust, this role works on behalf of University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust through the OneLSC Corporate Collaboration.
Job Responsibilities
A full description of the role and main duties is available in the Job Description and Person Specification documents under the supporting documents section.
More information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust can be found at: https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential:
Full apprenticeship or equivalent approved training
NVQ3, BTEC, or equivalent
Desirable:
Further City and Guilds qualifications in relevant subjects
18th Edition Electrical Regulations
PAT testing certificate
Driving licence (B+E)
Experience
Essential:
Experience with safe systems of work in engineering, construction, or manufacturing
Desirable:
Experience with BMS systems
Healthcare experience
Experience with commercial or industrial large-scale electrical plant
Skills, Ability & Knowledge
Essential:
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with colleagues, non-technical staff, patients, visitors, public utilities, and emergency services
Ability to handle information sensitively and confidentially
Computer literate
Desirable:
Ability to guide, lead, and train apprentices or trainees
Additional Requirements
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission to the DBS is required to check for previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applicants requiring skilled worker sponsorship for the UK will be considered alongside other applications.
How to Apply
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