Job summary
The Estates Department at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust are looking to recruit a Band 3 Assistant Engineering Craftsman (Mechanical) to undertake maintenance and assist with new installation on a wide variety of mechanical engineering services and equipment within the Trust's properties.
The successful applicant will be working on a diverse range of engineering services found in a modern healthcare environment. Career progression to tradesman status may be possible following a period of familiarisation and with additional training & support.
The applicant will need to be self-motivated, have good practical & communication skills and will be required to demonstrate previous experience within a maintenance or installation environment.
Main duties of the job
The core duty of this role is to work with the Mechanical Team to ensure the Trust has a safe compliant water system minimising the risk of waterborne pathogens such as Legionella.
Other duties will include working with the Estates team to carry out routine maintenance and minor repairs work on mechanical systems such as ventilation, water systems, pressure systems and various plumbing services.
About us
The Estates Team consists of three workshops, Mechanical, electrical and Building where a collaborative and inclusive work environment is promoted. The Estates team collectively works very hard to provide building services to all areas of the Hospital in a safe compliant way to enable every clinical team within University Hospitals Plymouth the ability to deliver the services patients require.
We pride ourselves on being able to respond to any problem that occurs with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide resilience to all services. This is strengthened with continued development and training for all members of the team.
Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Operational Engineering Service
- To be conversant with Electrical and Mechanical systems
- Use relevant tools, plant and equipment in a safe manner and in accordance with manufacturers instructions
- Assist higher skilled grades on all types of maintenance, new works and repairs
- Carry out semi-skilled duties independently and without routine supervision, and the ability to prioritise workload
- On completion of relevant training carry out semi-skilled work on other trades (electrical and mechanical)
- Carry out maintenance on a wide range of heating systems, ventilation systems, water systems, boiler plant and observe safe working practices
- Carry out maintenance on drainage systems (above and below ground) using appropriate pressure washers, breathing apparatus and tools
- Select, collect and be responsible for materials as required
- Ensure that ward bed head services are working safely and correctly for the benefit of patients and staff
- Provide and receive information, reports, surveys, and record results
- Basic understanding of computer use, and the information it provides
- Ensure all plant rooms/areas conform to all health and safety requirements
- Follow estates and trust policies in own role
- Provide and receive routine information, record test results, use and record electronic information
- To carry out work in accordance with Health and Safety requirements, policies, procedures, and regulations
- Use electrical/mechanical test equipment, meters, mains voltage testers, specialised steam cleaning equipment
- Fault finding on basic electrical/mechanical equipment and solve problems using own initiative
- Carry out routine planned maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment in conjunction with maintenance instructions
- The ability to manage, plan and organise own workload based on work order system issued by supervisor
- Be an active member of the engineering team and support the delivery of a highly effective, quality, and responsive mechanical service within budget
- Be a positive role model and actively promote the Trusts vision and strategic aims, and values
- Work with members of the Trust and key stakeholders to develop and maintain a positive reputation for efficiency and operational responsiveness
- Provide a strong contribution towards the Directorate, supporting the Team Leader (Engineering) in ensuring that all services are 24/7, patient focused, high in quality and effective, optimising utilisation of human, financial and other resources.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Operational Engineering Service
- To be conversant with Electrical and Mechanical systems
- Use relevant tools, plant and equipment in a safe manner and in accordance with manufacturers instructions
- Assist higher skilled grades on all types of maintenance, new works and repairs
- Carry out semi-skilled duties independently and without routine supervision, and the ability to prioritise workload
- On completion of relevant training carry out semi-skilled work on other trades (electrical and mechanical)
- Carry out maintenance on a wide range of heating systems, ventilation systems, water systems, boiler plant and observe safe working practices
- Carry out maintenance on drainage systems (above and below ground) using appropriate pressure washers, breathing apparatus and tools
- Select, collect and be responsible for materials as required
- Ensure that ward bed head services are working safely and correctly for the benefit of patients and staff
- Provide and receive information, reports, surveys, and record results
- Basic understanding of computer use, and the information it provides
- Ensure all plant rooms/areas conform to all health and safety requirements
- Follow estates and trust policies in own role
- Provide and receive routine information, record test results, use and record electronic information
- To carry out work in accordance with Health and Safety requirements, policies, procedures, and regulations
- Use electrical/mechanical test equipment, meters, mains voltage testers, specialised steam cleaning equipment
- Fault finding on basic electrical/mechanical equipment and solve problems using own initiative
- Carry out routine planned maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment in conjunction with maintenance instructions
- The ability to manage, plan and organise own workload based on work order system issued by supervisor
- Be an active member of the engineering team and support the delivery of a highly effective, quality, and responsive mechanical service within budget
- Be a positive role model and actively promote the Trusts vision and strategic aims, and values
- Work with members of the Trust and key stakeholders to develop and maintain a positive reputation for efficiency and operational responsiveness
- Provide a strong contribution towards the Directorate, supporting the Team Leader (Engineering) in ensuring that all services are 24/7, patient focused, high in quality and effective, optimising utilisation of human, financial and other resources.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in a maintenance environment
- Relevant demonstrable experience and understanding of building services
- Basic understanding of relevant health & safety legislation
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance OR equivalent experience
Desirable
- Electro technical Certification Scheme registration
Apptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Good Written and Verbal Skills
- Carry out minor works and repairs unsupervised to the required standard
- Work as a member of a workshop team
- Be able to communicate with a wide cross section of people
- Demonstrate a mature and responsible attitude
- The ability to assist craftsman
- PC skills
Disposition/Attitude/Motivation
Essential
- Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Self-motivated
- Ability to get on with people
- Customer focused
- Commitment to department/corporate objectives
- Appreciation of needs, pressures and demands of both the estates department and the Trust
Other Factors
Essential
- Flexibility in approach to hours working, including shift, overtime where necessary and return to work
- Ability to drive (valid UK Driving Licence)
- Rotation of duties where possible
- Willingness to undergo training
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in a maintenance environment
- Relevant demonstrable experience and understanding of building services
- Basic understanding of relevant health & safety legislation
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance OR equivalent experience
Desirable
- Electro technical Certification Scheme registration
Apptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Good Written and Verbal Skills
- Carry out minor works and repairs unsupervised to the required standard
- Work as a member of a workshop team
- Be able to communicate with a wide cross section of people
- Demonstrate a mature and responsible attitude
- The ability to assist craftsman
- PC skills
Disposition/Attitude/Motivation
Essential
- Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Self-motivated
- Ability to get on with people
- Customer focused
- Commitment to department/corporate objectives
- Appreciation of needs, pressures and demands of both the estates department and the Trust
Other Factors
Essential
- Flexibility in approach to hours working, including shift, overtime where necessary and return to work
- Ability to drive (valid UK Driving Licence)
- Rotation of duties where possible
- Willingness to undergo training
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).
