Electrical Technician

Posting Start Date: 17 Sept 2026

Location: Wishaw, Lanarkshire, GB, ML2 0DP

Company: Serco Plc

 

Serco: University Hospital Wishaw, ML2 0DP

Permanent, Full Time (36 hours p/w, Mon-Fri plus on-call responsibilities)

£34,544 - £43,039 per annum plus excellent benefits

 

Ready to impact a better future?

 

As an Electrical Technician in our Estates team, you'll help ensure healthcare facilities remain safe, compliant and fully operational. Your work will directly support the delivery of patient care by maintaining critical building services, systems and equipment to the highest standards.

Every day, you'll play a vital role in creating safe environments where healthcare professionals can focus on what matters most. Through preventative maintenance, responsive repairs and technical expertise, you'll help deliver a positive impact on communities while supporting a service that people rely on. This is a role where your skills, care and commitment will help impact a better future.

 

What you’ll do as an Electrical Technician

 

  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on a wide range of building services, plant and equipment.
  • Install, commission and maintain machinery and systems in line with manufacturers’ instructions and statutory requirements.
  • Diagnose faults, respond to breakdowns and take corrective action to minimise disruption to healthcare operations.
  • Interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, specifications and installation manuals to support maintenance activities.
  • Support the delivery of compliance requirements through accurate record keeping and use of maintenance management systems.
  • Contribute to a safe and comfortable environment for patients, visitors and colleagues through high-quality maintenance services.

 

Does this sound like you?

 

  • You have completed a recognised apprenticeship in electrical, mechanical engineering or plumbing, or hold an equivalent qualification.
  • You have experience maintaining building services, engineering systems or healthcare estates environments.
  • You can confidently diagnose faults, analyse problems and implement effective solutions.
  • You are comfortable interpreting technical drawings, specifications and manufacturers’ documentation.
  • You are committed to continuous professional development and maintaining compliance with industry regulations and standards.
  • You take pride in delivering high-quality work and contributing positively as part of a team.

 

What we offer

  • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (and the option to buy up to five additional leave days each year)
  • Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
  • Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (we currently offer over 60 different apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
  • Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service
  • Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
  • Paid volunteering day, tax-free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity
  • Our employee networks support connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including veterans, LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

  

This role requires membership of the PVG Scheme, which involves a detailed check of spent and unspent convictions and other relevant information to ensure safeguarding compliance. You will also complete an Occupational Health Questionnaire so we can provide any necessary support to help you carry out your responsibilities.

 

Let’s impact a better future, together. Apply today.

 

 

A little bit about us:
At Serco, everyone plays a vital part in delivering essential public services that make a real difference. As a global team of 50,000 people across Defence, Transport, Justice, Immigration, Healthcare, Leisure and Citizen Services, we’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the services that communities rely on. Guided by our values of Trust, Care, Innovation and Pride, our people make meaningful impact, every single day.
 
Our inclusive recruitment commitment:
We prioritise your skills and potential. As a Disability Confident Leader, the Top Great British Employer of Veterans 2026, and a Gold Inclusive Employer Standard holder, we champion equal opportunities for all. We offer flexible and hybrid working where possible and make reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment.

  • Guaranteed Interview Scheme: Applicants with disabilities, veterans and people with convictions, who meet the minimum job criteria, are guaranteed an interview. Simply opt into the relevant scheme on the application form.
  • Ban The Box: We also support fair access for those with unspent criminal convictions through our ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some roles may have security exemptions).

For support with your application, please contact recruitmentuk@serco.com.