Job summary
An opportunity has
arisen for an enthusiastic, conscientious and dedicated Maintenance Craftsperson (Plumbing / Plumber) to join a team of engineering technicians
responsible for the maintenance and repair of plumbing and mechanical related
plant and equipment at buildings maintained by Choice Facilities Services. The
role will require the post holder to undertake the role of Competent Person
(CP) as defined within Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) 00 for multiple
engineer services and support Choice to meet its statutory, mandatory and best
practice commitments to its existing partners.
As part of the role,
the post holder will be required to be flexible and have a wide ranging
knowledge of plumbing related systems to ensure maintenance, repair and
installation activities can be completed in the most efficient and effective
manner whilst providing the best possible services. As part of highly diverse
role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity operate and maintain
large scale hot and cold systems which includes all typical associated plant,
equipment, fixtures and drainage.
The role will also
require the participation in the current CFS plumber shift pattern/system, will
also require participation within the current on-call rota and undertake
overtime when the service needs dictate for which appropriate payments will be
made.
Main duties of the job
All applicants must have a positive, friendly and
co-operative manner whilst being prepared to be flexible to meet the service
needs of the Trust. The role will require the applicant to use their own initiative when planning and organising
engineering staffs workloads as well as supporting varied craft persons and
maintenance staff during the completion of a range of problem-solving scenarios
to allow for a satisfactory outcome.
Whilst adapting
to the changing demands of the role, the post holder will be required to be
mindful of key performance indicators when allocating and overseeing the
completion of planned and reactive tasks. The ability to introduce and develop
new localised systems/procedures will be key, to ensure that health and safety
and statutory and regulatory compliance is achieved and never compromised.
Successful applicants will need to have a knowledge of
building related systems with a detailed knowledge of mechanical and electrical
systems typically found within an NHS Trust. Completion of a City &
Guilds/NVQ Level 3 in an engineering discipline or equivalent is essential as
well as the completion of a formally recognised, relevant and accredited
apprenticeship.
This role may require
participation in an out of hours on call arrangement as per the agreed rota.
About us
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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). We provide a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement and pharmacists.
Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake maintenance and installation work/activities
appropriate to the core specialists skills across the whole range of
engineering services. The post holder will also be required to participate in the
current CFS shift pattern/system, current on-call rota and undertake overtime
when the service needs dictate for which appropriate payments will be made.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled
Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold
requirements. Applicants are requested
to consider this when making their application.
Please visit Gov.UK for further information
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake maintenance and installation work/activities
appropriate to the core specialists skills across the whole range of
engineering services. The post holder will also be required to participate in the
current CFS shift pattern/system, current on-call rota and undertake overtime
when the service needs dictate for which appropriate payments will be made.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled
Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold
requirements. Applicants are requested
to consider this when making their application.
Please visit Gov.UK for further information
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic numeracy & literacy skills to level 1 or equivalent
- Basic IT Skills
- BTEC/ONC, City & Guilds or NVQ level 3 in Engineering Plumbing or equivalent
- Completion of recognised and accredited apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline
Desirable
- Legionella Awareness Course
- Water Quality Competent Person
- Current UK Driving License
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing systems typically found within a large NHS Acute Trust
- Detailed knowledge and experience of plumbing system requirements and regulations typically found within large NHS Acute Trust acquired through qualifications and relevant experience
Desirable
- Experience of Natural Gas Systems
- Experience of operating Building Management Systems (BMS)
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Able to use his/her own initiative when undertaking a range of problem solving scenarios to allow for a satisfactory completion.
- To have the ability to adapt to the changing demands of the role including the reaction to emergency situations,
- Able to prioritising his/her own workload ensuring that high quality patient care and SLA targets are achieved.
- Regularly provide and receive routine information and on occasion complex or sensitive information with a range Estates work colleagues, other Trust colleagues and external Trust/CFS contacts
- Self-motivated with a desire to improve current practices
- Able to adopt a flexible approach to working hours and on-call shift requirements
Desirable
- Knowledge of HTMs
- Knowledge of planned preventative maintenance systems
- Knowledge of building management system
Physical Skills
Essential
- Is able to travel and work at all Trust sites,
- Is able to have the ability to undertake moderate physical activities for long periods throughout a typical working day,
- Is able to complete tasks which require short intensive bursts of effort before returning to moderate physical,
- Undertake regular moving and handling activities,
- Requirement for highly developed physical dexterity, for hand and eye co-ordination and manipulation of fine tools
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic numeracy & literacy skills to level 1 or equivalent
- Basic IT Skills
- BTEC/ONC, City & Guilds or NVQ level 3 in Engineering Plumbing or equivalent
- Completion of recognised and accredited apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline
Desirable
- Legionella Awareness Course
- Water Quality Competent Person
- Current UK Driving License
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing systems typically found within a large NHS Acute Trust
- Detailed knowledge and experience of plumbing system requirements and regulations typically found within large NHS Acute Trust acquired through qualifications and relevant experience
Desirable
- Experience of Natural Gas Systems
- Experience of operating Building Management Systems (BMS)
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Able to use his/her own initiative when undertaking a range of problem solving scenarios to allow for a satisfactory completion.
- To have the ability to adapt to the changing demands of the role including the reaction to emergency situations,
- Able to prioritising his/her own workload ensuring that high quality patient care and SLA targets are achieved.
- Regularly provide and receive routine information and on occasion complex or sensitive information with a range Estates work colleagues, other Trust colleagues and external Trust/CFS contacts
- Self-motivated with a desire to improve current practices
- Able to adopt a flexible approach to working hours and on-call shift requirements
Desirable
- Knowledge of HTMs
- Knowledge of planned preventative maintenance systems
- Knowledge of building management system
Physical Skills
Essential
- Is able to travel and work at all Trust sites,
- Is able to have the ability to undertake moderate physical activities for long periods throughout a typical working day,
- Is able to complete tasks which require short intensive bursts of effort before returning to moderate physical,
- Undertake regular moving and handling activities,
- Requirement for highly developed physical dexterity, for hand and eye co-ordination and manipulation of fine tools
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.
