Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Maintenance Craftsperson - Electrical
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Are you an experienced Electrical Craftsperson looking to develop your career within the NHS? If so, Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust could be an excellent next step for you.
We are seeking a motivated and adaptable Electrical Craftsperson to join our Estates Team at the Bedford Hospital. The role involves carrying out both preventative and reactive maintenance across a wide range of building services and equipment. Participation in the on-call rota and the ability to work overtime are essential requirements. Please note that, due to on-call commitments, you must live within 30 minutes of the site.
Our Maintenance Team—covering electrical, mechanical, and building trades—is responsible for maintaining the Trust’s properties and equipment. We are a customer-focused department committed to delivering a high-quality service, with teamwork, respect, and integrity at the heart of everything we do.
While we offer strong learning and development support, you will need to bring key skills and experience to succeed in this role, including:
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- Time-served electrician (or equivalent experience)
- A recognised qualification in a relevant electrical discipline
- Solid experience within maintenance or service industries
Note: Previous applicants please don't apply.
This post is not eligible for sponsorship.
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity, and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high-performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region, you will have access to a programme of high-quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
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We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience—we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trust's core values. We achieve this by using values-based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when a sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering the first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
For further details/informal visits, contact:
- Name: Andrew Huggett
- Job Title: Senior Estates Manager
- Email Address: andrew.huggett@bedsft.nhs.uk
- Telephone Number: 07760517890
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