Job summary
Join the Property and Facilities Maintenance team at Stratford-upon-Avon Hospital to undertake a wide range of work, which is complex and non-routine, at a number of properties in (South) Warwickshire.
This is a full time role, 40-hours per week to include days and evening periods up to 20:00 on a rotational basis.
Some elements of the job description may vary depending on the working location.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will
undertake a range of tasks in support of the Associate Director of Estates and Facilities within SWFT Clinical Services, and act without supervision ensuring an effective and
efficient service is provided at all times and that legislative, agreed
standards, targets are maintained to promote a positive and professional image.
About us
SWFT Clinical Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of the South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust and provides facilities maintenance and outpatient pharmacy facilities in Warwickshire.
Subject to the Company and individual's performance, an annual discretionary bonus will be awarded.
There is automatic enrolment to the Company pension scheme, with the Company contributing 5%.
A benefits package is available to the appointed candidate upon successful completion of the three month probationary period. This gives access to benefits such as a car lease scheme; Home & Electronics scheme; discounted leisure and travel; retail discounts and a cycle to work scheme.
There is also access to a 24/7, 365 days a year Employee Assistance Programme to support colleagues who may be facing some tough times or they need extra support with their mental well-being.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To undertake a wide range of work,
which is complex and non routine, requiring an intermediate level of
theoretical knowledge normally acquired through formal training and at least three
years relative experience. Responsible for fault finding, installation and
maintenance across the properties that SWFT Clinical Services Ltd provide Facilities
Maintenance Services
- Provides technical advice to the
other Estates maintenance staff and contractors to ensure compliance with safety
standards and procedures
- Core skills will include, but are not
limited to, (subject to additional/recognised training where required) some or
all of the following Mechanical services:
Pressure systems; heating systems; DHW systems; CW systems; ventilation systems; medical gas systems.
- An element of multi-skilling across
the Estates trades will be required.
- Safety, competence and limitation of the individual's expertise will be assessed and evaluated as part of the multi-skilling process.
The job description covers all the details relating to this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To undertake a wide range of work,
which is complex and non routine, requiring an intermediate level of
theoretical knowledge normally acquired through formal training and at least three
years relative experience. Responsible for fault finding, installation and
maintenance across the properties that SWFT Clinical Services Ltd provide Facilities
Maintenance Services
- Provides technical advice to the
other Estates maintenance staff and contractors to ensure compliance with safety
standards and procedures
- Core skills will include, but are not
limited to, (subject to additional/recognised training where required) some or
all of the following Mechanical services:
Pressure systems; heating systems; DHW systems; CW systems; ventilation systems; medical gas systems.
- An element of multi-skilling across
the Estates trades will be required.
- Safety, competence and limitation of the individual's expertise will be assessed and evaluated as part of the multi-skilling process.
The job description covers all the details relating to this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A proven background within Maintenance or similar industries
- Experience/knowledge in the use of hand tools
- Experience/knowledge of mechanical, electrical and building maintenance
- Experience of using computer programmes
- Understanding of COSHH regulations
Desirable
- - Previous experience in working within the Healthcare environment
- - City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing, Mechanical Fitting or Mechanical Maintenance/Installation equivalent apprenticeship or approved training
- - Additional recognised multi skilled training course of HNC/HND combining both elements
Experience
Essential
- Skills/Knowledge:
- A good working knowledge of Permit to work and safe systems of work
- Knowledge of Mechanical systems in a hospital building services environment including installation, testing, fault finding and maintenance.
- Driving licence essential.
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
- IT literate and familiar with Excel and Word.
- Proficient in reading and writing in the English Language.
- Able to follow basic written and technical documents such as manuals and reports. Able to write simple reports.
- Able to speak and understand English and receive and issue instructions orally and in writing without risk of misunderstanding
- Provides and receives both complex and routine information to/from colleagues on a daily basis.
- Sometimes gives technical information to lay persons in terminology that allows for barriers to understanding. Able to ask local staff for reasonable access to equipment requiring attention.
- Gives essential local advice and training on correct use and operation of equipment, when necessary, e.g. if damage has been caused by misuse and may prepare written operational instructions for equipment on ad hoc basis when necessary.
- Able to understand and follow mechanical engineering manuals and engineering drawings, methods statements, permits to work, COSHH hazard warnings and data sheets, Approved Codes of Practice etc.
- Able to report facts to Mechanical supervisor with accuracy, using appropriate terminology.
Desirable
- Previous experience in working within the Healthcare environment.
- Able to work under pressure and meet agreed deadlines.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The post holder will be required to use a VDU for long periods during the working day. Required to undertake prolonged concentration, a few hours a day.
- May be exposed to unpleasant situations and working conditions or hazards a few hours a week. May be required to work outdoors, a few hours a week.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A proven background within Maintenance or similar industries
- Experience/knowledge in the use of hand tools
- Experience/knowledge of mechanical, electrical and building maintenance
- Experience of using computer programmes
- Understanding of COSHH regulations
Desirable
- - Previous experience in working within the Healthcare environment
- - City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing, Mechanical Fitting or Mechanical Maintenance/Installation equivalent apprenticeship or approved training
- - Additional recognised multi skilled training course of HNC/HND combining both elements
Experience
Essential
- Skills/Knowledge:
- A good working knowledge of Permit to work and safe systems of work
- Knowledge of Mechanical systems in a hospital building services environment including installation, testing, fault finding and maintenance.
- Driving licence essential.
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
- IT literate and familiar with Excel and Word.
- Proficient in reading and writing in the English Language.
- Able to follow basic written and technical documents such as manuals and reports. Able to write simple reports.
- Able to speak and understand English and receive and issue instructions orally and in writing without risk of misunderstanding
- Provides and receives both complex and routine information to/from colleagues on a daily basis.
- Sometimes gives technical information to lay persons in terminology that allows for barriers to understanding. Able to ask local staff for reasonable access to equipment requiring attention.
- Gives essential local advice and training on correct use and operation of equipment, when necessary, e.g. if damage has been caused by misuse and may prepare written operational instructions for equipment on ad hoc basis when necessary.
- Able to understand and follow mechanical engineering manuals and engineering drawings, methods statements, permits to work, COSHH hazard warnings and data sheets, Approved Codes of Practice etc.
- Able to report facts to Mechanical supervisor with accuracy, using appropriate terminology.
Desirable
- Previous experience in working within the Healthcare environment.
- Able to work under pressure and meet agreed deadlines.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The post holder will be required to use a VDU for long periods during the working day. Required to undertake prolonged concentration, a few hours a day.
- May be exposed to unpleasant situations and working conditions or hazards a few hours a week. May be required to work outdoors, a few hours a week.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
