Job summary
To be professionally and technically responsible for estates maintenance issues (engineering and building).
To understand, plan and organize the complex activities; and programme the general working of the hospitals Estates Department, so that work can be carried out in the most efficient manner.
To manage the ordering and procurement of supplies/suppliers ensuring best value at all times, in accordance with Trust Standing Financial Instructions.
To manage all designated Maintenance Staff within the Estates department.
Action and validate timesheets, call-out sheets, holiday request forms and general personnel issues.
Manage and monitor all maintenance contracts.
Manage and monitor contractors required for ad-hoc call-outs and minor refurbishment work.
Main duties of the job
5.0
General:
5.1
To have responsibility for health, safety and welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with the requirements of Health & Safety Regulations
5.2
To ensure confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity.
5.3
To promote equal opportunities for all staff and patients in accordance with South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust Policies.
5.4
To comply with South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust Policies.
5.5
To undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade and the needs of the service.
5.6
Ability to undertake, take into account and actively support the overall departmental business objectives.
5.7
Ability to take into account Trust wide view of issues and to take into account the effect the decisions will have in the longer term.
5.8
Ability to evaluate existing functions and recommend improvements or changes.
5.9
Ability to recognise the importance of one issue in relation to a number of other pressing issues.
About us
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trusthas a rich history, well-established community links and an international reputation. We deliver specialist services in the London boroughs of Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark, Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich.
We are committed to provide a high quality and specialist care to our service users and we are recognised for our care and treatment we provide. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good'.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
This job description is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation. To be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This job description is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation. To be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC HNC in Engineering or Building Services
- Must have served an engineering apprenticeship or equivalent
- Hold a full UK driving licence
Desirable
- Specialist training and knowledge in particular field of hospital engineering (ventilation, electrical distribution, medical gases, energy management)
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
- Water Regulations
Experience
Essential
- Must have experience of managing staff and have managed Estates Engineering and Building Maintenance
- IT Literate using MS Programmes
- Experience of Managing Legionella prevention
- Asbestos awareness
- Experience of control systems and use of Building Management Systems
Desirable
- Familiar with HTM/HBN and guidance documents
Knowledge
Essential
- Clear understanding of Compliance system categories
- To have people skills when discussions are held
- Be able to work under pressure and meet targets for any project work.
- Good understanding of Health & Safety
Desirable
- Knowledge and Training in the use and of Planet FM (Computerised Maintenance Management System)
- Specialist training and knowledge in a particular field of hospital engineering (ventilation, electrical distribution, Building Fire Management, energy management)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC HNC in Engineering or Building Services
- Must have served an engineering apprenticeship or equivalent
- Hold a full UK driving licence
Desirable
- Specialist training and knowledge in particular field of hospital engineering (ventilation, electrical distribution, medical gases, energy management)
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
- Water Regulations
Experience
Essential
- Must have experience of managing staff and have managed Estates Engineering and Building Maintenance
- IT Literate using MS Programmes
- Experience of Managing Legionella prevention
- Asbestos awareness
- Experience of control systems and use of Building Management Systems
Desirable
- Familiar with HTM/HBN and guidance documents
Knowledge
Essential
- Clear understanding of Compliance system categories
- To have people skills when discussions are held
- Be able to work under pressure and meet targets for any project work.
- Good understanding of Health & Safety
Desirable
- Knowledge and Training in the use and of Planet FM (Computerised Maintenance Management System)
- Specialist training and knowledge in a particular field of hospital engineering (ventilation, electrical distribution, Building Fire Management, energy management)
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).
Employer details
Employer name
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University Hospital Lewisham, Ladywell Unit
Lewisham High street
Lewisham
SE13 6LW
Employer's website
https://www.slam.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
