Job Introduction
Job Introduction
Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.
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40 Hours per Week / Monday to Friday / 08:00 - 16:30
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£18.61 per hour
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Uniform provided / Access to Blue Light Card / Sodexo Benefits
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20 Days Holiday per year + Bank Holidays
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Location is Royal Stoke Hospital
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Job Introduction
Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.
As an 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 Facilities Specialist 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:
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Perform maintenance and repairs by interpreting electrical schematics and panel drawings.
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Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with regulations and manufacturer guidelines.
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Safely operate, maintain, and repair plant and equipment across a PFI hospital site.
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Diagnose faults, including complex issues, and carry out high-quality reactive and corrective works.
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Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, HTM standards, and contractual requirements.
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Support engineering management by meeting response times, maintaining documentation, and ensuring service delivery targets are achieved.
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Use CAFM and BMS systems to monitor performance, report data, and manage maintenance activities.
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Collaborate with teams, provide technical support and training, and participate in out-of-hours call-out rota as required.
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Comply with all health and safety, hygiene, and statutory regulations, including COSHH and fire safety.
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Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and efficient environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
What You Bring:
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Fully qualified Electrician with 18th Edition (BS7671); 2391 Test & Inspection desirable.
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Recognised electrical apprenticeship with C&G, BTEC or equivalent qualification.
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Proven, hands-on experience within the electrical trade in a maintenance environment.
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Strong fault-finding, diagnostic, and repair skills across plant and equipment.
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Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.
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Experience with UPS and generator backup systems (mechanical maintenance experience desirable).
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2391 Test inspection preferable
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Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to remain calm and effective under pressure with strong problem-solving ability.
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Good understanding of Health & Safety regulations, IT systems (including BMS), and excellent communication, report-writing, and numerical skills.
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Excellent time management, teamwork, and communication
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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:
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Mental health and wellbeing resources
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Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
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Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
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Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
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Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
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Retirement savings plan and life insurance
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Full training and protective uniform provided.
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Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
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Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
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Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
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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.
