Job summary
37.5 hours per week.
We
are seeking a highly motivated electrically biased professional individual with
the ability to multi-skill when required, to work full time over 5-days, to assist a multi-skilled team of tradesmen in carrying out
the maintenance and working on buildings, building services, plant, and
equipment within a range of healthcare buildings.
Working across the Plymouth area, you will demonstrate a good knowledge of working in building
services, have experience of working with electrical and mechanical tools, possess a flexible approach to work and will have
completed a recognised electrical apprenticeship.
You will also be required to work
on your own after having gained experience of the sites.
Good
communication skills and a willingness to undertake training are required. You
must be numerate and literate, have computer knowledge with good written skills.
You must be
able to work overtime at short notice, if required, and have the ability to
travel across Plymouth. This role involves participating in an on-call rota.
Main duties of the job
To undertake maintenance and installation work
for mechanical and electrical services and equipment.
The post holder will be required to carry out routine maintenance and repair of
a range of electro-mechanical equipment within Livewell Southwest hospitals,
health centres, clinics and administration buildings including Decontamination
equipment, air conditioning/refrigeration systems, heating systems, plumbing, building
management systems, motors, engineering plant, equipment and processes.
The Post-holder
will also be required to become qualified and then carry out duties as an
Authorised Person (AP) for electrical works in accordance with published HTM
and once assessed as competent by Line Management.
To
serve as part of the maintenance team to deliver high quality care through
effective and efficient operation and maintenance of all healthcare building
services and work as a member of the out-of-hours Duty Engineer roster as
directed by Line Management.
To
comply with all relevant Health, Safety and Statutory legislation and seek to
apply best working practice at all times.
Please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
Please note that LW may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline if a high number of applications are submitted. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
All LWSW staff are expected to able and
willing to work across a 7 day service.
About us
Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs.
As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values, kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve.
We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives.
We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.
Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Undertake tasks appropriate to the Maintenance
Technician role as delegated by line management or helpdesk.
- When assessed as competent by Line
Management, to undertake tasks and duties outside core working hours as an
on-call Duty Engineer, in accordance with published rosters and as directed by
Line Management.
- The post holder will be expected to
undertake maintenance and repair of a
range of electro-mechanical equipment
associated with a variety of systems and equipment including but not limited
to:
Air conditioning / Refrigeration / Electrical
distribution Systems / Decontamination
equipment / Air
Compressors and related systems / Nurse
call / SAS/ alarm systems / Hospital beds / Medical
suction equipment / Heating systems
and component parts thereof / Patient
trolleys and plinths / Water
distribution systems / Patient
lifting equipment / Ventilation
equipment / Evacuation
chairs / Air
compressors / Physio and gym
equipment / Macerators
- Advise the Line Manager of any problems
or hazards likely to be encountered including existing installations that
appear substandard or fail to meet current regulations as it becomes
apparent. Isolate or make safe any
installation that presents a danger to staff, visitors or patients to ensure
highest levels of safety at all times.
- Undertake
appropriate fault finding, investigation and testing as appropriate to the
work.
- Ascertain and obtain materials,
equipment and components that in your judgment represent value for money for
the maintenance task. Keep accurate
records of stock levels for stores.
Undertake the work in a safe and workmanlike manner, within reasonable
timescales. Post holder will only undertake financial transactions on behalf of the
organisation with prior authorisation from an appointed manager or supervisor.
- The position is likely to necessitate training either to keep up
to date with new regulations, or to implement safe systems of work.
- Liaise with contractors where they have
been employed to work in conjunction with the work detailed to ensure efficient
and effective operations.
- Undertake training to become qualified
to operate Dental Sterilising Equipment as required by Line Management.-Undertake the necessary training,
work-experience and competence assessments to become an Authorised Person (AP)
for electrical works in accordance with HTM.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Undertake tasks appropriate to the Maintenance
Technician role as delegated by line management or helpdesk.
- When assessed as competent by Line
Management, to undertake tasks and duties outside core working hours as an
on-call Duty Engineer, in accordance with published rosters and as directed by
Line Management.
- The post holder will be expected to
undertake maintenance and repair of a
range of electro-mechanical equipment
associated with a variety of systems and equipment including but not limited
to:
Air conditioning / Refrigeration / Electrical
distribution Systems / Decontamination
equipment / Air
Compressors and related systems / Nurse
call / SAS/ alarm systems / Hospital beds / Medical
suction equipment / Heating systems
and component parts thereof / Patient
trolleys and plinths / Water
distribution systems / Patient
lifting equipment / Ventilation
equipment / Evacuation
chairs / Air
compressors / Physio and gym
equipment / Macerators
- Advise the Line Manager of any problems
or hazards likely to be encountered including existing installations that
appear substandard or fail to meet current regulations as it becomes
apparent. Isolate or make safe any
installation that presents a danger to staff, visitors or patients to ensure
highest levels of safety at all times.
- Undertake
appropriate fault finding, investigation and testing as appropriate to the
work.
- Ascertain and obtain materials,
equipment and components that in your judgment represent value for money for
the maintenance task. Keep accurate
records of stock levels for stores.
Undertake the work in a safe and workmanlike manner, within reasonable
timescales. Post holder will only undertake financial transactions on behalf of the
organisation with prior authorisation from an appointed manager or supervisor.
- The position is likely to necessitate training either to keep up
to date with new regulations, or to implement safe systems of work.
- Liaise with contractors where they have
been employed to work in conjunction with the work detailed to ensure efficient
and effective operations.
- Undertake training to become qualified
to operate Dental Sterilising Equipment as required by Line Management.-Undertake the necessary training,
work-experience and competence assessments to become an Authorised Person (AP)
for electrical works in accordance with HTM.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- - Completion of relevant electrical craft apprenticeship
- - NVQ3 or equivalent in Electrical studies
- - C&G 2382 Qualification requirements for electrical installations BS7671
- 18th edition Amendment 2
- - Computer skills relevant to the job role
- - GCSE in maths and English at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)
Desirable
- - ONC or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline
- - Competent to carry out portable appliance testing.
- - Health & Safety qualification
- - Trained First Aider at Work
- - 5 GCSEs at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)
- - Confined spaces training
Experience
Essential
- - Demonstrable experience relative to the role
Desirable
- - 2 years experience in the role within a healthcare environment
- - Ability to carry out all aspects of the role without additional supervision
Knowledge
Essential
- - Knowledge of electrical installation, maintenance, testing and inspection
- - Knowledge of electricity at work regulations 1989
- - Knowledge of H&SaWA and its relevance to the role
- - Knowledge and understanding of building services/trades
- - Comprehensive knowledge of core trade plus knowledge and understanding of other trades associated with the role
- - Familiar with fault finding techniques
- - Safe working practices
- - Computer recording programmes pertinent to the role
Desirable
- - Familiar with Planned Preventative Maintenance systems
- - Detailed knowledge of Estate and services
- - Good knowledge of the organisation structure
- - Level of understanding of other roles
- - Mechanical and Electrical craft knowledge
- - Conversant with HTMs and other associated safety documentation
Specific Skills
Essential
- - Good communication skills
- - Reasonable level of technical ability
- - Ability to drive (full valid UK driving licence)
Desirable
- - High level of technical ability relative to the role
Additional Requirements
Essential
- - Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- - Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a maintenance team to provide an effective service to client groups
- - Ability to get on with people
- - Willingness to undergo training
- - Customer focused
- - Flexible approach
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- - Completion of relevant electrical craft apprenticeship
- - NVQ3 or equivalent in Electrical studies
- - C&G 2382 Qualification requirements for electrical installations BS7671
- 18th edition Amendment 2
- - Computer skills relevant to the job role
- - GCSE in maths and English at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)
Desirable
- - ONC or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline
- - Competent to carry out portable appliance testing.
- - Health & Safety qualification
- - Trained First Aider at Work
- - 5 GCSEs at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)
- - Confined spaces training
Experience
Essential
- - Demonstrable experience relative to the role
Desirable
- - 2 years experience in the role within a healthcare environment
- - Ability to carry out all aspects of the role without additional supervision
Knowledge
Essential
- - Knowledge of electrical installation, maintenance, testing and inspection
- - Knowledge of electricity at work regulations 1989
- - Knowledge of H&SaWA and its relevance to the role
- - Knowledge and understanding of building services/trades
- - Comprehensive knowledge of core trade plus knowledge and understanding of other trades associated with the role
- - Familiar with fault finding techniques
- - Safe working practices
- - Computer recording programmes pertinent to the role
Desirable
- - Familiar with Planned Preventative Maintenance systems
- - Detailed knowledge of Estate and services
- - Good knowledge of the organisation structure
- - Level of understanding of other roles
- - Mechanical and Electrical craft knowledge
- - Conversant with HTMs and other associated safety documentation
Specific Skills
Essential
- - Good communication skills
- - Reasonable level of technical ability
- - Ability to drive (full valid UK driving licence)
Desirable
- - High level of technical ability relative to the role
Additional Requirements
Essential
- - Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- - Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a maintenance team to provide an effective service to client groups
- - Ability to get on with people
- - Willingness to undergo training
- - Customer focused
- - Flexible approach
Desirable
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).
