Estates Maintenance Worker (XN03)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Undertake unsupervised routine and non-routine maintenance and minor repair work.

A range of more complex tasks such as Hydrotherapy Pool Maintenance and Testing, Portable Appliance Testing, Thermostatic Mixer Valve Testing/Adjusting, Legionella Temperature Checks and Testing/Repair of Nurse Call Handsets may be carried out subject to appropriate training or experience.

Learn minor work of other trades as needed.

Normal duties will consist of day to day building and engineering/electrical routine maintenance tasks.

Plan own ongoing maintenance work to ensure completion in a timely manner including problem solving of technical issues.

Assist higher grades on new work and repairs.

Utilise the Works Management System for recording, updating and auditing estates records and assisting in the compilation of Plant Histories.

Give assistance in carrying out surveys for future maintenance, alterations or improvements.

Carry out a range of driving duties on Fork Lift Trucks, Road Vehicles, Hydraulic Lift Platforms subject to appropriate training

Support induction of new starters/apprentices and pass information to colleagues, other staff and patients in areas of their own expertise.

Use of relevant tools and equipment, including the manipulation of fine tools.

Demonstrate a basic knowledge of good safety practices.

Deputise for storekeeper in Building & Engineering stores.

Carry Trust communication devices to facilitate immediate response to urgent requests and emergency breakdowns

Participate in appropriate on-call / shift rotas, subject to appropriate negotiations and agreement, and be prepared to work such hours that may be required in an emergency.

Any other duties as may be reasonably required by line management commensurate with the grades of the post.

Respond to switchboard and building management system alarms. eg. Fire alarms, MRI alarms, Lift Trappings, including supervising the release of trapped passengers.

Provide, maintain, repair and adjust traction and wheelchair equipment in conjunction with medical practitioners and patients

Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:

Patient-centred

Collaborative

Fair

Accountable

Empowered

All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values

Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post:

Good communication skills

It is normal to work independently and without supervision.

Adaptable to change

7. INFECTION CONTROL

The jobholder must comply at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Infection Control policies, in particular by practising Universal Infection Control Precautions. Hand hygiene must be performed before and after contact with patients and their environment.

8. HEALTH AND SAFETY / RISK MANAGEMENT

All staff are responsible for working with their colleagues to maintain and improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service users. This includes complying at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Policies, including Health and Safety policies, in particular by following agreed security and safer working procedures, and reporting incidents using the Trust Incident Reporting system

9. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

The jobholder must comply with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families. No person whether they are staff, patient or visitor should receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc.

10. TRAINING AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The jobholder must take responsibility in agreement with his/her line manager for his/her own personal development by ensuring that Continuous Professional Development remains a priority. The jobholder will undertake all mandatory training required for the role.

11. COMMUNICATION & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

To respect patient and Trust confidentiality at all times and not divulge patient information.

To work as part of the Estates Team in line with Trust and Departmental Policies and Procedures, providing and receiving complex information.

Gaining co-operation from staff, patients and other parties on technical matters appertaining to the correct use of plant or equipment, especially where there may be barriers to understanding.

12. SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS

The job may necessitate other duties to be carried out, as may reasonably

require by line management, and at other properties within the Trust,

subject to appropriate negotiations and agreement.

This job does involve long priods of physical activity, possibly in adverse

and inclement weather conditions, and therefore the post holder must be

capable of undertaking such duties.

Frequently required to work alone for prolonged periods

This job will involve frequent exposure to hazards and unpleasant working

conditions e.g. Exposure to high temperatures working in Plant Rooms,

unpleasant conditions working in drains and ducts, Asbestos after

appropriate training and using PPE.

i) PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Lifting weights frequently during the shift. E.g Steam Valves, Large

electrical motors or Wash basins, weighing over 15kg with no

mechanical aids and maybe difficult in lifting

Several periods a shift tightening large bolts, screwing pipes and fixing

intricate equipment requiring strength and dexterity and complex machine

tools

Frequent Working at heights and in cramped spaces

Occasional lifting of very heavy weights and equipment using mechanical

aids. E.g 10 steam valves, large switchgear, pumps & fans

ii) MENTAL EFFORT:

Frequently required for concentration on most predictable day to day

tasks and repairs.

Driving Fork Lift Truck, Mobile Towers, Specialist Plant and machinery

after passing suitable training.

Driving works van.

iii) EMOTIONAL EFFORT:

Occasional indirect exposure to distressing situations.

Working in ITU and other Clinical Areas where distressing or emotional

situations may occur.

iv) WORKING CONDITIONS:

Frequent exposure to high temperatures up to 120 f in plant rooms and

highly unpleasant working conditions

eg Drains, Hot dirty ducts

Occasional exposure to inclement and adverse weather conditions and

when working outside occasional exposure to sunburn

Frequent exposure to Hazards [eg Asbestos, Chemicals,

Bacteria/Viruses ] after appropriate training and using PPE

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Formal Qualifications (CSE/GCSE)
• Knowledge of Health & Safety
• Moving & Handling
• COSHH

Desirable

• City & Guilds Certificate [or equivalent] in an appropriate Trade

Experience

Essential

• Ability to communicate both verbally and by reading and writing.
• Pleasant manner, smart clean appearance.
• Good time keeping
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and without supervision
• Knowledge of various Health and Safety legislation as applicable to core trade, ensuring the well being of staff, patients and visitors
• Knowledge of and ability to carry out minor works of other trades after attending appropriate training
• To be responsible for working with colleagues to maintain and improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service users.
• Ensure that all tasks are carried out in compliance with relevant statutory legislation and local policies and codes of practice including Health and Safety, COSHH and in particular by following agr

Desirable

• Working in an Acute Hospital Environment

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Able to work safely at heights
• Able to satisfy the physical demands of the job
• The post requires practical skills that require specific training and considerable experience. The manipulation of fine tools and materials is essential.

Skills & Behaviours

Essential

• Flexible and approachable
• Able to work as part of a team and co-ordinate work with other trades
• Understands and demonstrates the importance of effective communication with department heads
• Professional approach

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

Leeds General Infirmary

Great George Street

Leeds

LS1 3EX

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)