Job summary
We are seeking to employ a fully qualified Team Leader to join a busy Estates Maintenance department at Good Hope Hospital.
The ideal candidates will be competent in their core trade but also be trained in other core mechanical skills to assist and support the needs of the service to the Trust.
The role will involve the line managing, co-ordinating and assisting mechanical trade staff and external contractors. These persons will be carrying out maintenance on installations and repair works on a wide range of Mechanical engineering systems, and these include Hot & Cold Water Systems, LTHW, ventilation plant and equipment.
Candidates to have suitable relevant Supervision/Team Leader experience in a commercial premises or similar. (previous NHS experience would be an advantage but not essential)
There will be a requirement to participate in the Supervisor on-call rota for out of hours maintenance cover.
Optional overtime is also available to enhance salary in addition to basic salary + on call payments.
For an informal discussion, please contact Matt Hall, Mechanical Estates Officer on 0121 424 7706.
Main duties of the job
In this role you will undertake and support in house estates staff and external contractors on fault finding for complex systems such as steam & condensate, heating, hot water, air conditioning, medical gas, natural gas, water plus other critical healthcare systems and equipment. You will be required to us cause and effect analysis and detailed examinations to gain the solutions required.The suitable candidate will able to communicate clearly and confidently with all staff and apply there in-depth mechanical knowledge as required while ensuring compliance with the health and safety work act 1974.Complex mechanical service drawings and specifications will be used on a regular basis , you will be required to interpret these with a comprehensive understanding.You will be responsible for the issue of work permits such as Hot Works & Roof Access Permits.Must be able to work under own initiative in respect of fault diagnosis and out of hours working without supervision.
About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.
Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.
UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- * Post-Secondary Education in a relevant field C.S.E. , O LEVEL, G.C.S.E, N.V.Q.
- * Course 205 in Mechanical Engineering Maintenance Part 2 (205-3) Or
- * Course 596 in Plumbing Advanced Craft Certificate (596-2)in Both -- Sanitary Plumbing Plus Installation and Maintenance of Domestic Heating Systems and Appliances. Or
- * Course 596 Plumbing Craft Certificate ( 596-1)Plus course 599 Construction Service Welding Advanced Craft ( 599-2 Or
- * An equivalent qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in a relevant Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering discipline Or
- * BTEC/ONC in Mechanical Engineering or Building Service Engineering
Experience
Essential
- * Completion of a registered apprenticeship or structured training program in Electrical Engineering for a minimum of 3 years
- * Post training, site experience having demonstrated high versatility and flexibility
- * Background in Electrical Engineering, equipment or Building services installation, alteration, maintenance or fault finding
- * Ability to work without supervision and confident to take decisions based on own ability.
- * Adaptable to change.
- * Capable working to deadlines
Desirable
- * Previous experience of working in an acute Hospital environment or similar demanding role.
- * Previous supervisory experience.
- * Knowledge of electrical distribution, standby generation and fire alarms
Additional Criteria
Essential
- * Clear and effective in verbal and written communications
- * Available for undertaking overtime.
- * Physically demanding role requiring manual handling of loads, extremes of temperature and the ability to work at heights or in confined spaces.
- * Appreciation of his/her own limitations
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- * Post-Secondary Education in a relevant field C.S.E. , O LEVEL, G.C.S.E, N.V.Q.
- * Course 205 in Mechanical Engineering Maintenance Part 2 (205-3) Or
- * Course 596 in Plumbing Advanced Craft Certificate (596-2)in Both -- Sanitary Plumbing Plus Installation and Maintenance of Domestic Heating Systems and Appliances. Or
- * Course 596 Plumbing Craft Certificate ( 596-1)Plus course 599 Construction Service Welding Advanced Craft ( 599-2 Or
- * An equivalent qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in a relevant Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering discipline Or
- * BTEC/ONC in Mechanical Engineering or Building Service Engineering
Experience
Essential
- * Completion of a registered apprenticeship or structured training program in Electrical Engineering for a minimum of 3 years
- * Post training, site experience having demonstrated high versatility and flexibility
- * Background in Electrical Engineering, equipment or Building services installation, alteration, maintenance or fault finding
- * Ability to work without supervision and confident to take decisions based on own ability.
- * Adaptable to change.
- * Capable working to deadlines
Desirable
- * Previous experience of working in an acute Hospital environment or similar demanding role.
- * Previous supervisory experience.
- * Knowledge of electrical distribution, standby generation and fire alarms
Additional Criteria
Essential
- * Clear and effective in verbal and written communications
- * Available for undertaking overtime.
- * Physically demanding role requiring manual handling of loads, extremes of temperature and the ability to work at heights or in confined spaces.
- * Appreciation of his/her own limitations
Desirable
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
