Estates Senior Technician

* Essex NHS Foundation Trust Salary: Band 6 - £38,682 to £46,580 per annum (depending on experience & qualifications)

* Location: Across Trust sites - Essex

* Division: Estates & Facilities

About the Role

Are you a qualified Electrical or Mechanical Technician with proven hands‑on experience in complex estates plant? This is your chance to join one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country, serving a population of 1.2 million people. As an Estates Senior Technician, you'll play a vital role in keeping critical hospital services running 24/7.

Working within a multi‑skilled team, you'll carry out planned preventative maintenance, respond to emergency breakdowns, and support installations across multiple sites. You'll be part of a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts patient care and safety.

What You'll Be Doing

* Operate on a shift rota with on‑call duties, responding to breakdowns day and night

* Carry out maintenance and fault‑finding on generators, fire alarms, lighting, boilers, air‑handling units, chiller plant, medical gas systems, and water networks

* Support installations and refurbishments of building fabrications

* Respond effectively to emergencies, prioritising safety for patients, staff, and visitors

* Conduct and document risk assessments for medium and high‑risk tasks

* Ensure compliance with Trust policies, statutory standards, and health & safety legislation

What We're Looking For

* Recognised Electrical or Mechanical Technician qualification (ONC/HNC or equivalent)

* Significant practical experience working independently on estates plant and systems

* Strong technical knowledge of specifications, drawings, and manuals

* Ability to escalate serious issues and make informed decisions under pressure

* Flexibility to travel across Trust sites

* Excellent organisational skills and commitment to high‑quality workmanship

* A team player who shares our values of Care, Excel, and Innovate

What's on Offer

* Competitive salary plus shift and on‑call allowances

* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

* A supportive team environment with mentoring and leadership opportunities

The chance to make a real difference by keeping essential hospital services