Maintenance Technician

Job summary

Performs work including activities which are complex and/or non-routine. Responsible for technical fault finding, diagnosis, repair, acceptance testing and calibration on a wide range of engineering plant and equipment, e.g. electrical distribution, lighting, fire detection, building management systems and automation, standby generator plant, security access control, nurse call systems and lifts. This is not an exhaustive list but provides examples of the type and range of systems and equipment worked on.

Undertaking maintenance, repairs, minor improvement and capital work across the Trust as directed by management, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.

Assists the Estates Manager to deliver business plans, review planned maintenance procedures and support the organisation.

The role would be principally based Velindre Cancer Centre site however dependant on the needs of the service it may be required to work on the other site locations such as Welsh Blood Service and associated sites.

Main duties of the job

To work in accordance with the requirements of WHTMs & WHBN's statutory regulations, IET Wiring Regulations and Trust policies.

To ensure that all work is carried out in a safe manner always following the appropriate risk assessment.

Subject to an individual's availability, work overtime to carry out emergency repairs as required by management.

Undertake essential repair works and general maintenance activities at the request of the management team in all trades.

Carry out planned preventative maintenance inspections and commissioning tests in accordance with Trust procedures.

Undertake technical fault finding on complex electrical systems and equipment. Using cause and effect analysis' together with detailed examination to gain an effective solution.

Accountably act as Authorised Person (AP) for relevant systems such as LV/HV, Medical Gases, Ventilation, Legionella

Provide service lead role for areas covered as AP including providing plans/schedules related to maintenance activities and major interruptions.

To attend training courses as required to maintain the ability to carry out the role.

Follows detailed engineering drawings and specifications, interpret and follow all relevant regulations at all times.

Uses all relevant tools and equipment within safety guidelines as necessary for the completion of works.

About us

Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.

Formed in 1994, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to apply the key principles of value based healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.

At Velindre University NHS Trust we aim to foster a culture of discovery, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We will achieve this by embedding research and innovation into everything we do, to deliver meaningful, measurable impact for our patients and communities.

If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.

https://velindre.nhs.wales/