Lead Maintenance Electrician

Lead Maintenance Electrician

Contract:

Healthcare

Location:

London, N19 5NX
(St Pancras Hospital)

Hours of work: 40

Contract Type:
Permanent

We are seeking a Lead Maintenance Electrician to join the engineering team at Highgate Mental Health Hospital – a secure, safety‑critical healthcare site.

This is a hands‑on, multi‑skilled maintenance role focused on planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive electrical work, compliance, and operational continuity.

There will also be opportunities to carry out quoted projects and installation works outside of normal working hours.

You will act as the senior electrical authority on site, taking responsibility for day‑to‑day operation, safety, and performance of electrical building services.

The role offers the opportunity to develop into an Authorised Person (AP – Electrical) and progress into a Supervisor position within 12 months.

• Deliver planned and reactive maintenance across the hospital estate (60% electrical / 40% multi‑skilled)
• Lead on‑site electrical compliance, safe systems of work, and statutory inspections
• Maintain electrical plant, distribution, lighting, emergency systems, and associated building services
• Record, report, and close out all maintenance activities effectively in line with procedures
• Support and supervise the on‑site maintenance team and specialist subcontractors
• Progress into the role of Authorised Person (AP – Electrical), with financial support (~£1,000) for AP certification
• Contribute to water safety compliance and broader facilities responsibilities

• Experienced maintenance electrician with NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Electrical Installation or Maintenance
• Knowledge of 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and statutory compliance requirements
• Comfortable working in occupied, healthcare or mental health environments
• Experience as a Lead / Senior Maintenance Electrician or Authorised Person preferred
• Multi‑skilled capabilities across facilities maintenance
• Confident working independently and supervising small teams

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ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background. We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level
2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.