Job Introduction
2gether Support Solutions is a Facilities and Estates services company providing support to healthcare professionals caring for over 2000 patients daily across multiple East Kent hospital sites. 2gether provides vital services including maintenance, cleaning, catering, procurement, logistics and much more.
About the Role
We are recruiting an Electrical Engineering Specialist to join our Estates team. This post operates as the technical expert for electrical within the engineering function, providing expertise across complex electrical systems in a live healthcare environment.
You will play a critical role in ensuring the safe, compliant, and continuous operation of essential hospital services, leading on fault diagnosis, technical resolution, compliance auditing, and corrective remedial works across high-risk and business-critical infrastructure. This is a hands-on specialist role, requiring technical expertise rather than general maintenance support.
The role operates on a rotating shift pattern incorporating 8:00am–4:00pm and 2:00pm–10:00pm, with flexibility required to support operational needs.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the technical authority for complex electrical systems, including HVAC, BMS, emergency lighting, and associated infrastructure
Lead on advanced fault diagnosis, technical investigation, and resolution of complex system failures
Carry out engineering audits, condition assessments, and compliance inspections, identifying risks, defects, and improvement actions
Plan, deliver, and oversee corrective and remedial works to address audit findings, compliance gaps, and system deficiencies
Coordinate and manage multi-disciplinary system shutdowns, isolations, and infrastructure refurbishments
Undertake technical assessments, commissioning support, and oversight of installations for new or upgraded systems
Provide specialist guidance and assurance on statutory and regulatory compliance, including HTMs, SFG20, and Health & Safety legislation
Prepare, review, and author Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) to ensure safe systems of work
Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and detailed technical reporting
Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to colleagues and contractors
Participate in occasional overtime and out-of-hours support to maintain service continuity
About You
You will be a skilled electrical engineering specialist, with a strong track record in diagnosis, resolution, audit, and remedial delivery within complex, safety-critical environments. You will be comfortable operating autonomously while acting as a trusted technical advisor to others.
HNC/HND or equivalent in an electrical engineering discipline
Demonstrable experience in complex M&E environments, ideally healthcare or other critical services
Advanced fault-finding, diagnostic, and problem-solving capability
Strong understanding of compliance auditing, remedial planning, HTMs, SFG20, and Health & Safety standards
Ability to work independently while supervising and supporting colleagues as required
Flexibility to work a rotating shift system and travel across sites (full driving licence required)
Strong communication skills, able to translate complex technical issues into clear, practical actions
Familiarity with CAFM systems, digital diagnostics, and asset and compliance data
Please see attached Job Description for full range of responsibilities.
Social values are at the core of 2gether Support Solutions. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that truly represents our local communities. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage and support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and beyond, ensuring equal opportunities for all.
