Maintenance Operative; Electrical Bias

Are you an electrically minded maintenance professional who takes pride in keeping things running safely and smoothly? Join our friendly and skilled Estates team at Gloucestershire Managed Services (GMS), where your work plays a vital role in supporting patient care across our hospitals.

As a Maintenance Operative (Electrical Bias), you'll carry out first‑line maintenance, planned preventative tasks, and minor repairs on a wide range of electrical systems and equipment – from lighting and power to nurse call and fire detection systems. Every task you complete helps to keep our hospital environments safe, functional, and compliant for patients, visitors, and staff.

At GMS, you'll be part of a supportive and inclusive team that values teamwork, safety, and professional growth. This role offers excellent opportunities to develop your technical skills, gain experience across diverse healthcare settings, and take pride in knowing your work makes a real difference every day.

Please note this job will attract GMS Terms and Conditions of Service (TCS).

• Carry out first‑line fault finding repairs, and checks on electrical plant and equipment.
• Undertake Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks to ensure the safe and efficient operation of systems.
• Assist with minor electrical installations and replacement works.
• Record all maintenance work accurately using digital tools such as PDAs or CAFM systems.
• Liaise with departments to arrange access to clinical and non‑clinical areas, minimising disruption to patient care.
• Report defects or hazards promptly and work in full compliance with all Health & Safety and electrical regulations.
• Maintain tools, materials, and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Support apprentices and colleagues, promoting teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement within the Estates department.
• Carry out first‑line fault diagnosis and repairs on electrical systems, including lighting, power, security, and emergency systems.
• Maintain tools and materials safely and report any deficiencies or risks immediately.
• Liaise with departments, contractors, and clinical teams to ensure smooth and safe access to work areas.
• Follow safe systems of work, including risk assessments and permit to work procedures.
• Support other trades and Estates colleagues when required.
• Travel across GMS properties as needed to support operational requirements.

Please note that this vacancy may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, so please apply as soon as possible if you are interested. The Recruitment Team are unable to accept any applications after the position has closed.

GMS provides the estates, facilities, sterile services, and materials management services for the Trust. We provide services such as clinical equipment management, provision of facilities services such as catering, domestics, portering and linen, manage the construction and development of new and existing healthcare buildings, and manage the building, engineering and grounds services. GMS aims to provide a best‑value customer service which ensures a safe, compliant and sustainable environment, and that supports our customers to be efficient and effective in patient care.