The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Estates Maintenance Worker (Specialist)

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Job summary

Full-time

The Rotherham NHS Foundation is seeking a skilled Electrical or Mechanical Shift Engineer to join our dynamic Operational Estates team. We're committed to providing exceptional care, and you'll play a vital role in maintaining our facilities.

As a shift engineer, you'll be at the heart of our operations, delivering essential planned and reactive maintenance across the hospital site.

You will work a rotating shift pattern that covers a four-week period

Main duties of the job

In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining and improving our facilities by troubleshooting and repairing a wide range of complex systems. Your expertise in building controls, electrical/ mechanical systems, and HVAC will be essential as you optimise performance and ensure a safe and efficient environment.

We offer a stimulating environment where you can develop your skills and take ownership of your work. If you thrive on challenges and are eager to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

Diagnose and repair complex faults across various building services engineering applications.

Prioritise tasks effectively to maximise system performance.

Continuously develop your skills in building controls and building services at the Trust.

Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Ideal Candidate:

Strong technical skills in Building Services Engineering.

Proven ability to troubleshoot and solve complex problems.

Excellent time management and organizational abilities.

A proactive and solutions-oriented mind-set.

Note: While experience in the NHS is beneficial, it is not essential. We welcome applications from motivated individuals with a strong technical background

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.

All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.

Date posted

09 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-24-04-085a

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Recruitment and selection experience Presenting complex information to large groups

Qualifications

Essential

Apprentice trained tradesperson with ONC/BTEC
Applicants with appropriate trade qualifications that can demonstrate that they have worked in a similar multi-skilled post may be considered

Desirable

HNC Equivalent in building or relevant engineering building services

knowledge

Desirable

Equivalent level of knowledge acquired without formal course of study
Theoretical and practical e.g. develops data bases and reporting systems professional, technical, specialist
Policies, practices and procedures e.g. NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving the quality and safety of patient care

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Recruitment and selection experience Presenting complex information to large groups

Qualifications

Essential

Apprentice trained tradesperson with ONC/BTEC
Applicants with appropriate trade qualifications that can demonstrate that they have worked in a similar multi-skilled post may be considered

Desirable

HNC Equivalent in building or relevant engineering building services

knowledge

Desirable

Equivalent level of knowledge acquired without formal course of study
Theoretical and practical e.g. develops data bases and reporting systems professional, technical, specialist
Policies, practices and procedures e.g. NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving the quality and safety of patient care

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.