Mechanical & Electrical Apprentice Fixed Term

Job Introduction

Job Description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• 40 hours per week / Monday to Friday 
• £8.16 per hour increasing each year 
• Blue Light Card / Sodexo Benefits
• 20 days Holidays per year
• Location is Royal Stoke Hospital

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Job Introduction

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

As Mechanical and Electrical Apprentice at Sodexo, we’re looking for someone who keeps things running smoothly—the one who knows how to solve problems, offer expert advice, and ensure the hospital estate operates at its best. As a Mechanical and Electrical Apprentice at Royal Stoke Hospital Hospital, you'll be the go-to expert for technical support and maintenance across equipment, building systems, and utility services.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

• This is a multi- disciplinary role in health care maintenance, you will be working towards Authorised/ Competent person status.
• Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of plant, equipment, and systems across the hospital estate.
• You will be fully trained in fault diagnosis, repain and testing of electrical and and mechanical systems
• Carry out repairs, installations, and testing to a high standard, with a focus on complex systems such as Door/ Access controls, nurse call systems, BMS, Security Cameras, Emergency lighting, and Medical Gas Systems and Medical Devices, Ventilation medical gasses..
• Comply with all health and safety, hygiene, and statutory regulations, including COSHH and fire safety.
• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and efficient environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Conduct Planned, Preventative maintenance and calibrate testing tools
• Assist with parts procurement and technical support
• Manage reactive maintenance, day and night
• Use IT systems, for Data Reporting e.g. CAFM, BMS
• Interpret technical documents and complete regulatory applications
• Maintain decontamination and water safety equipment, following safety standards

What You Bring:

• Must have Grade A-C in English and Maths
• Proven interest in the engineering industry
• Confident, capable individual able to assess situations
• Self-motivated and adaptable to changing priorities
• Enthusiastic with problem-solving skills using a logical approach
• Calm and logical under pressure, understanding urgency
• Willing to work overtime if required
• Attend external and internal training courses as needed
• Good understanding of Health and Safety standards
• Strong reporting and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Computer literate with good mathematical skills

Desirable:  

• Relevant experience in maintenance/engineering
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting
• Demonstrates self-motivation and drive
• Knowledge relevant to healthcare environment
• Solid fault-finding, problem-solving, and technical repair skills
• Ability to read technical drawings and diagnose issues.
• Excellent time management, teamwork, and communication
• A positive, initiative-taking approach—able to work independently or as part of a team.

What we offer: 

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!

About Sodexo 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. 

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.