Job summary
To assist the Trust Equipment Management team in respect of equipment repairs and associated operational support.
To provide users with advice on equipment operation.
The role includes repairing furniture, office equipment, domestic items, and ancillary equipment such as wheelchairs and trolleys, as well as assembling, installing, and disconnecting furniture and domestic appliances, including electrical and plumbing connections. Duties also include planned maintenance, descaling, and repairs of water boilers, replacing bulbs and lamps, and carrying out basic operational safety checks such as recording fridge temperatures and microwave outputs.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will undertake first-line repairs on hospital equipment owned by the Trust, including fault finding across a range of devices, requiring interpretation of manufacturers' manuals and parts lists. They will participate in manufacturers' equipment maintenance training and cascade this knowledge to others.
The postholder will advise and instruct users at all levels on the safe and correct operation of hospital equipment and direct them in tasks such as descaling dishwashers or defrosting fridges. They will repair, replace, and remove locks, hinges, and castors using power tools and workshop equipment and support the Deputy Equipment Manager in receiving, recording, and updating repair records. Work will be undertaken in wards and patient areas, with potential exposure to emotional situations, infection control issues, body fluids, or sharps.
The role includes assisting the Trust Equipment group with project activities, such as installation, distribution, relocation, and receipting of equipment and furniture, liaising with outside contractors, and visiting other sites to carry out repair work. All duties are to be carried out in accordance with the department's ISO9001 Quality Management System.
About us
Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description.
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances, in discussion with the post holder. This role profile is intended to provide a broad outline of the main responsibilities only. The post holder will need to be flexible in developing the role with initial and on-going discussions with the designated manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description.
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances, in discussion with the post holder. This role profile is intended to provide a broad outline of the main responsibilities only. The post holder will need to be flexible in developing the role with initial and on-going discussions with the designated manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
- Experience in the maintenance of office or domestic equipment
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills
- Training in the safe use of hand tools, power tools, safety in use of ladders and steps
- Instruction in use of PPE and safety measures when working with hand tools and power tools
- Knowledge of Infection Control risks when working in ward environments
Desirable
- Tradesman carpenter, electrical, mechanical gas or plumbing fitter
- Portable Appliance Testing Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Equipment repair or manufacture
- General purpose handyman work
Desirable
- Experience in a Facilities Management environment
- Experience with hospital equipment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
- Experience in the maintenance of office or domestic equipment
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills
- Training in the safe use of hand tools, power tools, safety in use of ladders and steps
- Instruction in use of PPE and safety measures when working with hand tools and power tools
- Knowledge of Infection Control risks when working in ward environments
Desirable
- Tradesman carpenter, electrical, mechanical gas or plumbing fitter
- Portable Appliance Testing Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Equipment repair or manufacture
- General purpose handyman work
Desirable
- Experience in a Facilities Management environment
- Experience with hospital equipment
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).
