Job summary
' Previous applicants need not apply'
Closing Date: 06.05.25 (this may change dependent on response)
Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 07.05.25
Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 21.05.25
We are looking to recruit aChargehand Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance Technician to undertake a multi-skilled role to carry out maintenance, repairs and inspection of building, mechanical and electrical services, associated systems, plant and equipment in accordance with relevant standards and operational procedures.
The postholder will also assist the Team Leaders in leading the team of multi skilled trades personnel and technicians.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be expected to carry out both routine and complex maintenance requests in an efficient and effective manner to support successful delivery of a customer focussed estate maintenance service for the Trust and assist the Team Leaders in the management and supervision of in house and contract labour to ensure effective maintenance and operation of all buildings, plant and associated services.
About us
Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:
- We value people
- We are one team
- We care
We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information before applying for this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information before applying for this role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Competent in the use of computers including Microsoft Office
- Previously worked within a maintenance environment.
- Have an understanding of the operational procedures and safe working practices of major items of plant and systems such as: -Steam raising plant & associated systems. -Steam and condense systems. -Heating and domestic water services. -Ventilation plant and associated systems. -Low voltage electrical distribution system and switchgear. -Emergency standby generating plant. -Fire alarm and detection systems. -Lighting systems (including emergency lighting.) -Lifts. -Nurse call system.
- Have an awareness of the operational procedures and safe working practices of major items of plant and systems, such as: -Gas distribution system. -Sterilisation and decontamination equipment. -Medical gas pipeline system and associated plant. -Diesel Oil systems. -Building Management System (BMS) -Security System.
- Experience must cover engineering and building techniques.
- Experience of direct management of qualified labour force
- Experienced in risk management, including undertaking audits, risk assessments, method statements, undertaking authorised persons duties and issuing/managing permit to work systems.
- Knowledge and experience of health & safety
- Conversant with building regulations, site safety, scaffolding and working platforms.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as a team player or on own initiative.
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to formulate solutions to improve performance, selection of suitable equipment and/or parts to repair plant, equipment and buildings.
- Demonstrate continual professional development and willing to undertake occupational training courses in order to fulfil and develop the duties of the post
Qualifications
Essential
- Must have completed a recognised electrical or mechanical apprenticeship such as EITB, CITB or similar, approved apprenticeship scheme
- City & Guilds - Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- Must have completed an appropriate multi-skilling course to City & Guilds level or equivalent, or must have appropriate multi-skilling experience.
- Formal training, ideally in an engineering discipline to HNC/HND level, or commensurate level of experience.
Desirable
- Hold a current driving licence
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Competent in the use of computers including Microsoft Office
- Previously worked within a maintenance environment.
- Have an understanding of the operational procedures and safe working practices of major items of plant and systems such as: -Steam raising plant & associated systems. -Steam and condense systems. -Heating and domestic water services. -Ventilation plant and associated systems. -Low voltage electrical distribution system and switchgear. -Emergency standby generating plant. -Fire alarm and detection systems. -Lighting systems (including emergency lighting.) -Lifts. -Nurse call system.
- Have an awareness of the operational procedures and safe working practices of major items of plant and systems, such as: -Gas distribution system. -Sterilisation and decontamination equipment. -Medical gas pipeline system and associated plant. -Diesel Oil systems. -Building Management System (BMS) -Security System.
- Experience must cover engineering and building techniques.
- Experience of direct management of qualified labour force
- Experienced in risk management, including undertaking audits, risk assessments, method statements, undertaking authorised persons duties and issuing/managing permit to work systems.
- Knowledge and experience of health & safety
- Conversant with building regulations, site safety, scaffolding and working platforms.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as a team player or on own initiative.
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to formulate solutions to improve performance, selection of suitable equipment and/or parts to repair plant, equipment and buildings.
- Demonstrate continual professional development and willing to undertake occupational training courses in order to fulfil and develop the duties of the post
Qualifications
Essential
- Must have completed a recognised electrical or mechanical apprenticeship such as EITB, CITB or similar, approved apprenticeship scheme
- City & Guilds - Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- Must have completed an appropriate multi-skilling course to City & Guilds level or equivalent, or must have appropriate multi-skilling experience.
- Formal training, ideally in an engineering discipline to HNC/HND level, or commensurate level of experience.
Desirable
- Hold a current driving licence
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.
