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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Maintenance Supervisor (Mechanical)

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Job summary

The role of the Estates Supervisor ( Electrical) is to lead a multidisciplinary team providing a comprehensive Healthcare engineering maintenance service to all wards and departments within a multidisciplinary environment, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.

You will encourage team working, by providing the varied skills that support the department's philosophy and flexible working. Training will be available in elements required but the post holder will have sound Engineering skills and be expected to acquire the skills required to support this flexibility in a safe and professional manner. The post holder will be expected to work across the Trust.

Main duties of the job

The core duty of the role is to supervise team members andcontractors, provide practical instruction to staff and contractorsand to act mentor for team members and apprentices to assist intheir development and to compile and monitor trainingprogrammes.Act as Authorised Person/ Responsible Officer in relation tospecific maintenance responsibilities e.g. Medical Gases, HV, LV,Lifts.Maintain operate & review the pre-planned maintenanceprogramme to review & revises procedures and working practiceswhere required.The post holder will be required to participate in the Estates out ofhour's on-call service.

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

  • high-quality care for all,
  • being a great place to work,
  • partnerships for impact, and
  • research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

  • we are compassionate,
  • we are proud,
  • we are inclusive, and
  • we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Details

Date posted

04 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year Plus On Call Payment and Authorized Person Payment

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

358-6611219-E&F

Job locations

Leicester General Hospital

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

LE5 4PW


Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY RESULT AREAS

Carry out work in accordance with current legislation, codes of practice and best practice guidance

Work safely observing the Trust and departments Health and Safety Policies and procedures.

Work efficiently using technology to work within Service Level agreements and Key performance Indicators.

Carry out tasks and communicate failures and non-conformities to line manager.

To act in a professional manner when undertaking tasks and duties in contact with Patients, Visitors, contractors and staff.

Contribute to the development of the CAFM systems ensuring relevant records are kept up to date and readily available.

Financial management assist in the management of the estates revenue and capital budgets in line with delegated authorisation limits and in accordance with the Trust policies and procedures.

SERVICE DELIVERY & DEVELOPMENT

To undertake relevant research with other NHS organisations including Foundation Trusts to assist with learning and service development of the department to meet the needs of the Trust.

To develop and implement benefit realisation plans to ensure the successful delivery of benefits from the deployment of revenue and capital investment.

To continually review performance against KPIs, proactively addressing areas of concern.

Actively participate in the control and transfer of information systems including completion of all paperwork required. (Including completion of all job dockets and timesheets). To participate in regular team briefings.

Understand and adhere to Trust policies and procedures pertinent to the role.

Participate in the Trust Appraisal system and Personal Development planning

GOVERNANCE

Responsible for ensuring that consistently high standards of customer service are delivered by effective monitoring of internal and external service lines.

Regular contact with nursing staff at ward level.

PATIENT/CUSTOMER SERVICE

Responsible for ensuring that consistently high standards of customer service are delivered by effective monitoring of internal and external service lines.

Regular contact with nursing staff at ward level.

GENERAL

You will be required to participate in the Estate Managers on call rota, with attendance on site during un-social hours to meet the needs of the Trust.

To be prepared to work in hazardous areas taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment.

Day to day management of the Maintenance team and contractors whilst on site.

Use of computer equipment including specific software packages for Planned Maintenance and BMS management.

Plan and prioritise maintenance activities including liaison with end users, contractors and specialist agencies managing conflicting demands.

Undertake surveys, audits and Estate condition surveys as required.

Exchange maintenance and project related technical information with Estates departments.

You will be required to maintain compliance with all statutory and mandatory training requirements.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

The post holder will maintain good communications and working relationships with;

Members of Trust staff at all levels including nursing staff,Estates Supervisors.Estates Managers.All Estates and Facilities staff across all disciplines.External Agencies/ Specialist sub-contractors.Emergency services.Authorising Engineers.

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY RESULT AREAS

Carry out work in accordance with current legislation, codes of practice and best practice guidance

Work safely observing the Trust and departments Health and Safety Policies and procedures.

Work efficiently using technology to work within Service Level agreements and Key performance Indicators.

Carry out tasks and communicate failures and non-conformities to line manager.

To act in a professional manner when undertaking tasks and duties in contact with Patients, Visitors, contractors and staff.

Contribute to the development of the CAFM systems ensuring relevant records are kept up to date and readily available.

Financial management assist in the management of the estates revenue and capital budgets in line with delegated authorisation limits and in accordance with the Trust policies and procedures.

SERVICE DELIVERY & DEVELOPMENT

To undertake relevant research with other NHS organisations including Foundation Trusts to assist with learning and service development of the department to meet the needs of the Trust.

To develop and implement benefit realisation plans to ensure the successful delivery of benefits from the deployment of revenue and capital investment.

To continually review performance against KPIs, proactively addressing areas of concern.

Actively participate in the control and transfer of information systems including completion of all paperwork required. (Including completion of all job dockets and timesheets). To participate in regular team briefings.

Understand and adhere to Trust policies and procedures pertinent to the role.

Participate in the Trust Appraisal system and Personal Development planning

GOVERNANCE

Responsible for ensuring that consistently high standards of customer service are delivered by effective monitoring of internal and external service lines.

Regular contact with nursing staff at ward level.

PATIENT/CUSTOMER SERVICE

Responsible for ensuring that consistently high standards of customer service are delivered by effective monitoring of internal and external service lines.

Regular contact with nursing staff at ward level.

GENERAL

You will be required to participate in the Estate Managers on call rota, with attendance on site during un-social hours to meet the needs of the Trust.

To be prepared to work in hazardous areas taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment.

Day to day management of the Maintenance team and contractors whilst on site.

Use of computer equipment including specific software packages for Planned Maintenance and BMS management.

Plan and prioritise maintenance activities including liaison with end users, contractors and specialist agencies managing conflicting demands.

Undertake surveys, audits and Estate condition surveys as required.

Exchange maintenance and project related technical information with Estates departments.

You will be required to maintain compliance with all statutory and mandatory training requirements.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

The post holder will maintain good communications and working relationships with;

Members of Trust staff at all levels including nursing staff,Estates Supervisors.Estates Managers.All Estates and Facilities staff across all disciplines.External Agencies/ Specialist sub-contractors.Emergency services.Authorising Engineers.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Recognised Trade Apprenticeship in Electrical/Mechanical or Construction discipline
  • Engineering/Building Degree or HNC/HND - Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Building Services

Desirable

  • Authorised Person for Healthcare Technical Engineering Systems.
  • IOSH Managing Safely qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of supervising staff/sub-contractors.
  • Extensive working experience in the Building Engineering Services environment.
  • Sound knowledge of the specialist services provided within the Estates Management field (HV & LV electrical; Pressure systems; Piped Medical Gases; Ventilation; Fire Alarms; Legionella)

Desirable

  • Experience of working in an Acute or Non-Acute Hospital Environment.
  • A thorough understanding of Healthcare engineering systems/environment.
  • Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and ability to carry out risk assessments

Skills

Essential

  • Good organisational skills and ability to address and develop solutions to problems.
  • Good communication skills, for effective working relationships throughout the organisation
  • Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
  • Organised approach to work
  • Evidence of good written and spoken communication skills.

Qualities

Essential

  • Ability to cope with demanding and stressful scenarios.
  • A dedicated and committed team leader.
  • Flexible individual who can cope with new and changing demands
  • Ability to work flexibly as needs arise
  • Able to prioritise works and manage conflicting priorities
  • To be able to participate on the Estates Emergency On-Call rota if required to do so and therefore must be able to work outside of normal working hours including weekends, evenings and nights when on-call.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Recognised Trade Apprenticeship in Electrical/Mechanical or Construction discipline
  • Engineering/Building Degree or HNC/HND - Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Building Services

Desirable

  • Authorised Person for Healthcare Technical Engineering Systems.
  • IOSH Managing Safely qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of supervising staff/sub-contractors.
  • Extensive working experience in the Building Engineering Services environment.
  • Sound knowledge of the specialist services provided within the Estates Management field (HV & LV electrical; Pressure systems; Piped Medical Gases; Ventilation; Fire Alarms; Legionella)

Desirable

  • Experience of working in an Acute or Non-Acute Hospital Environment.
  • A thorough understanding of Healthcare engineering systems/environment.
  • Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and ability to carry out risk assessments

Skills

Essential

  • Good organisational skills and ability to address and develop solutions to problems.
  • Good communication skills, for effective working relationships throughout the organisation
  • Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
  • Organised approach to work
  • Evidence of good written and spoken communication skills.

Qualities

Essential

  • Ability to cope with demanding and stressful scenarios.
  • A dedicated and committed team leader.
  • Flexible individual who can cope with new and changing demands
  • Ability to work flexibly as needs arise
  • Able to prioritise works and manage conflicting priorities
  • To be able to participate on the Estates Emergency On-Call rota if required to do so and therefore must be able to work outside of normal working hours including weekends, evenings and nights when on-call.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester General Hospital

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

LE5 4PW


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester General Hospital

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

LE5 4PW


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Estates Manager

Lee Hines

lee.hines@uhl-tr.nhs.uk

07950886075

Details

Date posted

04 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year Plus On Call Payment and Authorized Person Payment

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

358-6611219-E&F

Job locations

Leicester General Hospital

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

LE5 4PW


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