General Maintenance Assistant – Electrical; Shift

General Maintenance Assistant – Electrical (Shift Working) Band 3

Main area Electrical Maintenance Grade Band 3 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Shift patterns detailed in the

Job Description ) Job
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Department name 01. UHD - General Recruitment Site Royal Bournemouth Hospital Town Bournemouth Salary £25,760 - £27,476 + estimated £4,600–£5,000 per annum enhancements in line with AFC Salary period Yearly Closing 11/10/2026 23:59 Interview date 20/10/2026

As University Hospitals Dorset we are a three site acute trust with ‘university hospital’ status through our partnership with Bournemouth University, working with an annual budget of £730m.

We offer highly regarded health services, employing some 10,000 staff. Our ambitious £500m transformation programme is well on the way to delivering state-of-the-art facilities over the next two years to meet the current and future healthcare needs of the populations we serve.

In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with over seven miles of sandy beaches you’ll find inspirational opportunities to achieve your perfect work/life balance. With the New Forest and the Purbecks on our doorstep, we’re also less than three hours from London by road or train. The thriving towns of Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch give way to idyllic villages and unspoilt landscapes just minutes from our hospitals.

We believe that having a diverse workforce, and allowing people to be themselves, is essential in ensuring we offer an inclusive, welcoming and productive place to work.

We especially welcome applications from minority groups in the community who may be underrepresented in our workforce.

At UHD our active staff network groups are the Women's Network, Black Asian Minority Ethnic Group (BAME), Pride Network, European (EU), Pro Ability Staff Network, and the Armed Forces Support Group.

As a Trust we are proudly signed up to the Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant guaranteed interview schemes.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support the preparation of their application. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of your own experience and suitability. Personal integrity is an important part of the recruitment process.

TeamUHD are looking for a g eneral m aintenance a ssistant (e lectrical ) to join the Estates department on the Royal Bournemouth Hospital site.

You’ll be working as part of a team that covers the hospital electrical systems 7 days per week ( shift working) an d be responsible f or the day-to-day repairs, operation and first line response of the Trust electrical equipment and systems.

You ’ll operate and m aintain the Trust ’ s electrical equipment and systems , including ( but not limited to ): lighting and emergency light systems, fire alarms, nurse call and other electrical systems and equipment found in the healthcare environment . Ensuring an efficient and safe manner, in accordance with legislation and agreed standards.

We’re seeking someone who demonstrate s a keen understanding of all modern general electrical maintenance activities, both reactive and planned; with a willingness to learn and improve their skills and be a dedicated team player with a proven track record .

So why join us?

Enhanced annual leave starting at 27 days ( PLUS Bank Holidays)

Access to health and wellbeing services

Enrolment into the generous NHS pension scheme

NHS discounts at thousands of retailers with a Blue Light Card

Salary saving schemes such as home electronics, bike and car schemes

Base

Location:

Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview Date: 20th October

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