Job summary
We are seeking a Maintenance Operative for our maintenance team comprising various trades, working in a Hospital environment.
Main duties of the job
Undertaking Planned Preventative and Reactive maintenance tasks to mechanical and electrical services and the building fabric.
Ideally you will have a background in mechanical or electrical maintenance and be able to carry out emergency light testing, PAT testing, Legionella monitoring tasks, water treatment sample testing and dosing, lamp / tube replacements, minor plumbing, engineering and building fabric repairs
Staff are expected to undertake works associated with other trades, depending upon their skills.
You will need to be able to drive, have good communication skills: Verbal, Written and IT to react with both staff and clients to ensure a delivery of services, you will also be expected to undertake any necessary training that might be required in order to undertake the role.
A recognised qualification in a Mechanical, Electrical or Building discipline would be an advantage, but not essential, training can be provided for the right candidate
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold current full UK driving licence
Desirable
- May hold licence for Category C vehicles
- Relevant trade qualifications in mechanical or electrical disciplines
- 3 GSCE grades C and above in English, Maths and Science
Engineering Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates the use of mechanical or electrical skills
Desirable
- Experience of maintaining plant and equipment in a similar environment
Good Communication skills
Essential
- Good application and supporting information
Desirable
- Use of PDA, mobile phone, and computer
other
Essential
- Ability to work from height using appropriate access equipment
- Ability to work in confined spaces
Desirable
- Hold certificates for PASMA / IPAF
- Hold current confined spaces certification
Training
Essential
- Demonstrates the ability to receive training and instruction
Desirable
- Relevant training courses
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold current full UK driving licence
Desirable
- May hold licence for Category C vehicles
- Relevant trade qualifications in mechanical or electrical disciplines
- 3 GSCE grades C and above in English, Maths and Science
Engineering Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates the use of mechanical or electrical skills
Desirable
- Experience of maintaining plant and equipment in a similar environment
Good Communication skills
Essential
- Good application and supporting information
Desirable
- Use of PDA, mobile phone, and computer
other
Essential
- Ability to work from height using appropriate access equipment
- Ability to work in confined spaces
Desirable
- Hold certificates for PASMA / IPAF
- Hold current confined spaces certification
Training
Essential
- Demonstrates the ability to receive training and instruction
Desirable
- Relevant training courses
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).
