Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Operative to join the Estates Team at the Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital on a part time basis.
This post is initially a 6 month position, over 3 days per week (flexible) with a potential of turning permanent.
Salary: £22,383 (PRO-RATA).
Actual Salary: Approx. £13,430
The successful applicant will become part of the Estates Maintenance team, carrying out day to day operational tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the Trust.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be responsible for the general maintenance and upkeep of the trusts buildings and provide ahigh standard of workmanship.
Full Job Description for this position can be found attached to this advert.
About us
As the largest
single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool
Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to
be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.
We provide specialist
services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in
the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a
catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North
Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside
these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.
Our reputation for
strong performance is important in delivering the best
care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is
underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate
and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.
Please visit our website - https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/
Please follow this link for a
tour of our site - https://bit.ly/36ylsoq
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
provide a cost effective time and quality driven maintenance service to the
Trust
Work
as part of a multi-disciplinary professional team providing planned/reactive
maintenance for the Trusts buildings.
To
carry out semi-skilled plumbing duties to include repairing of radiator leaks,
fractured pipes, unblocking of gutters and drains, as well as sinks and
toilets, renewing of tap washers.
To
carry out semi-skilled electrical duties to include replacement of light bulbs,
fluorescent tubes and the cleaning of light fittings. Re-setting of clocks and
Assist in the testing of Fire Alarms
To
carry out semi-skilled carpentry and building work to include fitting of
shelves, positioning and securing of notice boards, pictures, solving door lock
and furniture problems, boarding up windows, tiling showers and bathrooms and
general roof repairs and painting.
To
carry out Portable appliance testing (after training) to trust assets.
To
ensure prompt response to service users needs and to take a pro-active
approach to its delivery.
To
provide a high standard of professional workmanship and conduct in carrying out
all duties particularly with regards to Trust plant and equipment.
Any
other duties within the scope of the post as may be required from time to time.
Adhere
to all Trust Policies and Procedures.
To
undertake relevant and mandatory training.
To
assist as required in taking and recording Hot water temperatures and undertake
in flushing regimes
To
assist with upkeep and visual condition of estate with decorating regime
including painting.
Assist
with the upkeep of the trusts grounds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
provide a cost effective time and quality driven maintenance service to the
Trust
Work
as part of a multi-disciplinary professional team providing planned/reactive
maintenance for the Trusts buildings.
To
carry out semi-skilled plumbing duties to include repairing of radiator leaks,
fractured pipes, unblocking of gutters and drains, as well as sinks and
toilets, renewing of tap washers.
To
carry out semi-skilled electrical duties to include replacement of light bulbs,
fluorescent tubes and the cleaning of light fittings. Re-setting of clocks and
Assist in the testing of Fire Alarms
To
carry out semi-skilled carpentry and building work to include fitting of
shelves, positioning and securing of notice boards, pictures, solving door lock
and furniture problems, boarding up windows, tiling showers and bathrooms and
general roof repairs and painting.
To
carry out Portable appliance testing (after training) to trust assets.
To
ensure prompt response to service users needs and to take a pro-active
approach to its delivery.
To
provide a high standard of professional workmanship and conduct in carrying out
all duties particularly with regards to Trust plant and equipment.
Any
other duties within the scope of the post as may be required from time to time.
Adhere
to all Trust Policies and Procedures.
To
undertake relevant and mandatory training.
To
assist as required in taking and recording Hot water temperatures and undertake
in flushing regimes
To
assist with upkeep and visual condition of estate with decorating regime
including painting.
Assist
with the upkeep of the trusts grounds.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- Served recognised Apprenticeship
- Associated building related qualification or training
- Health & Safety qualification
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Strong commitment to openness and honesty
- High standard of work
Experience
Essential
- Experience undertaking maintenance or handyman tasks
- Awareness of Health & Safety
- An understanding of building services
Desirable
- Ability to interpret drawings & technical manuals
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively
- Able to work and engage constructively with internal and external colleagues
- Skilled in use of hand and powered tools.
- Able to act on own initiative, use judgement and make decisions
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- Served recognised Apprenticeship
- Associated building related qualification or training
- Health & Safety qualification
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Strong commitment to openness and honesty
- High standard of work
Experience
Essential
- Experience undertaking maintenance or handyman tasks
- Awareness of Health & Safety
- An understanding of building services
Desirable
- Ability to interpret drawings & technical manuals
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively
- Able to work and engage constructively with internal and external colleagues
- Skilled in use of hand and powered tools.
- Able to act on own initiative, use judgement and make decisions
Desirable
