Shift Engineer

Job summary

• To always comply with any regulations issued by the Trust, especially those governing Health and Safety at work and to ensure that any defects which may affect safety at work are brought to the attention of the appropriate manager.
• It is the responsibility of all staff to minimise the Trust's environmental impact by recycling wherever possible, switching off lights, computers, monitors and equipment when not in use, minimising water usage and reporting faults promptly.
• This job description reflects the present requirements and objectives of the post. As the duties of the post change and develop, the job description will be reviewed and will be subject to amendment, in consultation with the post holder.
• You are required to disclose any additional work you undertake or are planning to undertake for another employer.

Main duties of the job

• Emergency lighting testing.
• Water quality management planned and reactive maintenance e.g. taking water samples, checking water temperatures, recording results.
• Boiler house and plant room duties e.g. water testing, steam plant checks.
• Carry out basic electrical, mechanical and building works e.g. replacing lamps, repairing nurse call handsets, unblocking sinks, basic plumbing repairs, replacing ceiling tiles, simple joinery and decoration.
• To assist craft persons of all trades in the repair and maintenance of hospital property and equipment.
• Collection of data e.g. utility meter readings.
• Water softener plant checks including salt deliveries to the areas
• To assist in the cleanliness and safety of hospital equipment, machinery, tools, vehicles and areas.
• To observe and abide by all safety rules and regulations taking appropriate consideration of other hospital staff, patients and visitors.
• To ensure work is carried out in a professional manner.
• To be a responsible team member who uses initiative and is flexible to the needs of the clients.
• To undertake training to learn new generic skills in order to fulfil the requirements of the department.
• To understand working practices of the Property Services.
• To become familiar with the operation of plant and equipment throughout the Trust.
• To carry out other duties not listed here which fall within the post holder's skill set.

About us

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.

• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital + Wycombe General Hospital

Aylesbury / High Wycombe / Amersham / Buckingham

HP21 8AL

Employer's website

https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital + Wycombe General Hospital

Aylesbury / High Wycombe / Amersham / Buckingham

HP21 8AL

Employer's website

https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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