Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Swansea Bay University Health Board, Estates Department for a highly motivated individual to fulfil an Estates Electrical Craftsperson - Days.
This post is advertised as a Band 5 plus an On Call Allowance.
The post will be based at Morriston Hospital and will support all other Health Board premises within the Morriston Estates Unit.
The role demands that the individual has an extensive knowledge of engineering systems (multi discipline) and building services preferably within the Health Care Sector.
The individuals should have a proven track record of fault finding, carrying out pre-planned maintenance in both an electrical and mechanical setting. Fully understanding the legal implications surrounding statutory compliance and engineering governance.
Main duties of the job
To provide a safe, secure and pleasant environment for patients, staff and visitors.
Provide multi-skilled engineering expertise across various electrical and mechanical equipment and fabric
Ensure maintenance tasks are fulfilled to appropriate levels of quality in a compliant manner recording actions through helpdesk software via tablets
Maintenance and repair on a range of Industrial, Commercial, Domestic, and Plant equipment.
Typical areas of work include the following:
Power/Lighting circuits
Low voltage switchgear
Fire alarm systems
Emergency Generators and associated switchgear
Battery systems and uninterruptable power supplies
Air conditioning equipment and controls, including theatre AHU
Heating controls, boiler controls and associated equipment
Lift release
Portable equipment
Nurse call and cardiac arrest systems
Catering equipment
Building Management Systems - BMS
Heating and Hot Water controls, boiler controls and associated equipment
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about working here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Understand, receive and give technical instructions to other Maintenance workers.Provide advice and instruction to other maintenance workersProvide reports both verbal and written to Team Leaders and Estates OfficersLiaise with senior clinical staff at ward/department level regarding maintenance tasks enabling work tasks to be carried out with minimum disruption to patient support services (i.e. Lighting, power, nurse call system, ventilation etc) and patient care.Conduct workload in an unobtrusive manner, ensuring clinical and departmental staff are made aware in the locality are aware of any disruption or potential noise etc. to ensure minimum distress levels to patients.Liaise appropriately with external Suppliers and Contractors, dealing with technical queries and information.Provide Shift Relief and/or On-CallCarry pagers, radios or other communication devices at all times during the working day to enable emergency back-up provision.The post holder will require completion of a time-served engineering apprenticeship plus experience in an engineering maintenance environment working on systems, plant and equipment.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Understand, receive and give technical instructions to other Maintenance workers.Provide advice and instruction to other maintenance workersProvide reports both verbal and written to Team Leaders and Estates OfficersLiaise with senior clinical staff at ward/department level regarding maintenance tasks enabling work tasks to be carried out with minimum disruption to patient support services (i.e. Lighting, power, nurse call system, ventilation etc) and patient care.Conduct workload in an unobtrusive manner, ensuring clinical and departmental staff are made aware in the locality are aware of any disruption or potential noise etc. to ensure minimum distress levels to patients.Liaise appropriately with external Suppliers and Contractors, dealing with technical queries and information.Provide Shift Relief and/or On-CallCarry pagers, radios or other communication devices at all times during the working day to enable emergency back-up provision.The post holder will require completion of a time-served engineering apprenticeship plus experience in an engineering maintenance environment working on systems, plant and equipment.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed an accredited Electrical apprenticeship training course to a minimum level 3 vocational qualification or equivalent plus relevant training or equivalent experience, plus additional training and developed skills, e.g. air conditioning
Desirable
- HNC/HND Electrical Engineering
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills. Willing to develop individual knowledge
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- High level of knowledge and understanding of electrical/mechanical services/systems and a working knowledge of other associated trades. Familiarity with approved guidance documents
Desirable
- Knowledge of Health Technical Memoranda
- General awareness of other engineering maintenance related statutory legislation.
Multi Discipline Experience
Essential
- Multi Discipline Experience
Desirable
- Some Multi Discipline Experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed an accredited Electrical apprenticeship training course to a minimum level 3 vocational qualification or equivalent plus relevant training or equivalent experience, plus additional training and developed skills, e.g. air conditioning
Desirable
- HNC/HND Electrical Engineering
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills. Willing to develop individual knowledge
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- High level of knowledge and understanding of electrical/mechanical services/systems and a working knowledge of other associated trades. Familiarity with approved guidance documents
Desirable
- Knowledge of Health Technical Memoranda
- General awareness of other engineering maintenance related statutory legislation.
Multi Discipline Experience
Essential
- Multi Discipline Experience
Desirable
- Some Multi Discipline Experience
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).
