Equans UK & Ireland
Electrical Shift Building Maintenance Engineer
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Electrical Shift Building Maintenance Engineer
Electrical Shift Building Maintenance Engineer – Southmead Hospital, Bristol
About the Role
Equans is offering a permanent full-time position for an Electrical Shift Building Maintenance Engineer at Southmead Hospital, Bristol, working an average of 38.5 hours per week on a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern, rotating between 07:00–19:00 and 19:00–07:00, with 1 hour unpaid break per shift.
This role entails ensuring the safe operation, planned, and reactive maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems, associated plant, and equipment across the site.
Key Responsibilities
- Report to the Shift Lead / Operations Manager
- Manage planned and reactive maintenance of mechanical/electrical systems and related plant/equipment
- Perform maintenance and repair works, including:
- Breakdown repairs
- Installation of new systems
- Refurbishment projects
- Capital works replacement programmes
- Execute repairs and cleaning for mechanical components and equipment
- Maintain and repair:
- HVAC systems
- Gas appliances
- Piped Medical Gas systems
- Steam plant/equipment
- Equipment in plant rooms, patient areas, and departments
- Prepare pressure vessels for insurance inspections and conduct necessary repairs/testing
- Oversee and manage specialist sub-contractors while adhering to safe systems of work and permit-to-work standards
- Ensure timely completion of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive tasks within contract timescales
Requirements
Essential Qualifications & Experience
✔ Must hold a recognised electrical trade apprenticeship with:
- Level 2 or 3 qualifications (both theory and practical)
- Relevance to an electrical discipline
- 18th Edition certification
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
✔ Comprehensive knowledge of:
- Engineering building services installation and maintenance
- M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) testing, fault diagnosis, maintenance, refurbishment, and installation
✔ Ability to:
- Work independently or collaboratively as part of a team
- Adapt to cross-skilling opportunities
- Read and interpret technical drawings
- Diagnose electrical/mechanical faults efficiently
✔ Strong communication and customer service skills (verbal and written)
✔ IT proficiency with a drive for personal development
Benefits & Perks
Equans offers an attractive salary and benefits package, including: ✅ 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays) ✅ Life insurance (equivalent to 1.5x annual salary) ✅ Employee discounts from major retailers (e.g. Superdrug, House of Fraser, Boots) ✅ Gym discounts ✅ Cycle-to-work scheme ✅ Holiday purchase scheme ✅ 2 x Corporate Social Responsibility days per year ✅ Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including:
- Professional qualifications
- Collective/individual training programmes
- Personalised support for career growth ✅ Employee referral rewards scheme ✅ Access to employee networks, including:
- WiE (Women in Equans)
- RISE (BAME Network)
- LGBTQI+ Network
- Working Parents Group
- YPN (Young Professionals Network)
- AccessAbility Network ✅ 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme ✅ Mental wellbeing app support ✅ Supportive team culture with collaborative work environment
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
About Equans
Equans is a global leader in energy services, employing 97,000+ people across 50+ countries, with an annual turnover exceeding 17 billion euros.
In the UK & Ireland, Equans provides:
- Technical, FM, regeneration, and energy services
- Smart buildings, green mobility, district energy, embedded energy, and decentralised renewables
Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees support clients in their journey toward net zero emissions, digital transformation, and sustainable operations.
As part of the Bouygues Group, Equans is committed to diversity, inclusion, and ethical practices, fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive.
How to Apply
If this role excites you, apply now and track your progress. A member of the Equans Resourcing Team will review your application and contact you promptly.
Equans Commitment to Equality
Equans actively encourages applications from:
- Women
- Ethnically diverse candidates
- Individuals with disabilities
- Protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010
An inclusive and supportive culture ensures every employee feels valued, heard, and encouraged to be their authentic self.
Additional Notes
- Right-to-work check required (unfortunately, relocation cannot be provided)
- Some roles may require a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check
- Equans follows a Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders—contact the Resourcing Team for further details
Recruitment Process
All applications are managed by the Equans Resourcing Team. Direct inquiries should be directed to the Resourcing Team, not Equans Line Managers.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location