Full job descriptionEstates Officer (Electrical) - Royal Lancaster InfirmaryNHS AfC: Band 6Main area

Estates Officer
Grade

NHS AfC: Band 6
Contract

Permanent
Hours

Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref

435-1LSC-UHMBT-104-26
Site

Royal Lancaster Infirmary
Town

Lancaster
Salary

£39,959 - £48,117 pro rata
Salary period

Yearly
Closing

18/09/2026 23:59
*Lancashire and South Cumbria Provider Collaborative (OneLsc)
The five provider NHS trusts in Lancashire and South Cumbria are working together as partners, delivering joint priorities to improve health and healthcare.
Together, we aim to drive up quality by sharing skills and best practice, pooling our resources and standardising the way we work to reduce variation and duplication.
We want to ensure patients have equal access to the same high-quality care wherever they live. We also want our colleagues to have the same high-quality experience wherever they work.
One Lancashire and South Cumbria (One LSC) and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups - including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
Job overviewThe Estates department at Royal Lancaster Infirmary is a group of highly skilled electrical, mechanical, and plumbing engineers, creative building craftpersons, and dedicated support staff.

We are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic Estates Officer - Electrical to join us.

You should be experienced, time served, and suitably qualified in electrical engineering maintenance, fault finding, and repairs. Ideally you will have trained to NVQ Level 4/HNC level or above.

You should also be proficient in small scale installation work on electrical services, plant and equipment. Healthcare experience would be advantageous but not essential - as full training will be given.

Flexible working and the ability to participate in an on-call rota is required.
Main duties of the jobThe successful candidate will be responsible for managing the electrical infrastructure at RLI. This includes taking on the role of electrical LV and HV AP (Authorised Person), Ventilation AP, passenger lift AP, and being responsible for the electrical permit to work system for the site.

The role involves managing internal and external labour ensuring their compliance with HTM and H&S regulations.

To manage all electrical aspects of property maintenance for trust properties and other organisation’s properties on behalf of the Trust.

To supervise and carry out line manager duties for trade staff.

To participate in the training of junior staff and apprentices to ensure they receive work experience, upskilling, and competency based task training.

To ensure materials, technical information, and access, is available for trade staff and contractors to fulfil their duties.

To assist, and deputise for, the site Engineering Managers and Building Managers as required.

To carry out estates surveys, estates returns, manage minor project works, and assist in the monitoring of energy usage.
Working for our organisationWhy Choose OneLSC and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust:
*A vibrant, diverse, and inclusive healthcare community
*Cutting-edge facilities and technology
*Opportunities for continuous professional development
*A culture that values and recognizes your contributions
We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesTo read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website
Additionally, you can read more information about LSC on this website: Home :: Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Person specificationEducation and qualificationsEssential criteria*Recognised craft apprenticeship or equivalent training and relevant certification.
*NVQ3, HNC / ONC or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
Desirable criteria*Management qualification Corporate membership of an appropriate body
*Recognised H&S qualification Authorised Person for specialist NHS Plant and Equipment
*One of the following qualifications: Certificate in Electrical Safety (Authorised Person LV AP5) Certificate in Ventilation Systems (Authorised Person)
ExperienceEssential criteria*Experience of working in engineering or building services / installation in a Management position.
*IT skills
Desirable criteria*Healthcare experience and a thorough knowledge of HTM 01 to 08
*A thorough knowledge of statutory and mandatory regulations
*Financial management
*Staff management
Skills , ability and knowledgeEssential criteria*Good communication on all levels
*The ability to analyse data, technical drawings and complex instructions
*To be able analyse problems, to think quickly and respond to difficult and contentious questions and situations.
Desirable criteria*Proven negotiating skills ,leadership and Team Building Skills
Personal qualitiesEssential criteria*Ability to comply with the Trust’s policies and procedure including Governance and Standing Financial Instructions.
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