Job summary
The Estates Department at University Hospitals Plymouth are looking to recruit 2 x Band 2 General Maintenance Assistants to undertake a wide range of basic maintenance tasks across the Trust's properties.
An enthusiastic attitude and willingness to help others is more important than previous demonstrable engineering or healthcare experience.
Successful applicants will need to have a flexible approach to work, be physically fit and turn their hand to assisting with various maintenance/housekeeping tasks across all engineering and building disciplines. The workload will be varied but there will be a requirement to undertake some repetitive tasks such as temperature testing and maintaining plant room cleanliness.
For more information please contact Operations Lead Bryan Kidger 01752 431296 for further details.
Main duties of the job
Primarily to support the Estates Engineering department with mechanical & electrical safety compliance work. Also, to assist in undertaking engineering and building maintenance, repairs and minor improvements across the Trust as directed by supervisor/line manager, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Operational Engineering Service (as required).
- Electrical duties Carry out minor electrical duties as instructed by team leaders, e.g. rewire plugs, change light bulbs, check condition of wiring and carry out shade cleaning etc. assist Craftsmen when required.
- Mechanical duties - Undertake water safety & compliance duties including recording tap temperatures, undertake outlet flushing and disinfection, change tap washers, assist in unblocking of drains and toilets change filters on air handling units. Assist Craftsmen when required.
- Building / Carpentry duties carry out minor carpentry duties e.g. replace ceiling tiles, painting, plastering, repairs to skirting boards, flooring and fitting digi- locks
- Boiler Work clean inside if boilers for insurance inspections as instructed (confined space working)
- VIE Plant carry out defrosting of VIE evaporators and check plant for leaks.
- Domestic Water System Maintenance (HSE L8 & HTM 04 Compliance) Assist in
- Thermostatic Mixer Valve Maintenance and Disinfection
- Tank Cleaning
- Calorifier Cleaning
- Tap & Shower Outlet Cleaning and Disinfection
- Take and Record Water Outlet Temperatures, report findings to Maintenance Operations Manager if outside of parameters
- Ventilation System Maintenance (HTM 03 Compliance) Assist in
- AHU Cleaning (Internal & External) & Disinfection
- Duct Cleaning
- Grille Cleaning
- Utility Meter Readings - after training & instruction, carry out meter readings for electric, water & gas on a monthly basis.
- Assist Craftsperson - provide assistance to craftspersons through full range of Electrical, Mechanical and Building duties where applicable.
- Plant Room & Workshop Duties be responsible for keeping the plant rooms clean and tidy, free of rubbish and trip hazards.
- Undertake any duties which may arise and may reasonably be deemed to be within the scope of the post
- Undertake training which the management requires that would enhance and develop the post holder
Job description
Job responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Operational Engineering Service (as required).
- Electrical duties Carry out minor electrical duties as instructed by team leaders, e.g. rewire plugs, change light bulbs, check condition of wiring and carry out shade cleaning etc. assist Craftsmen when required.
- Mechanical duties - Undertake water safety & compliance duties including recording tap temperatures, undertake outlet flushing and disinfection, change tap washers, assist in unblocking of drains and toilets change filters on air handling units. Assist Craftsmen when required.
- Building / Carpentry duties carry out minor carpentry duties e.g. replace ceiling tiles, painting, plastering, repairs to skirting boards, flooring and fitting digi- locks
- Boiler Work clean inside if boilers for insurance inspections as instructed (confined space working)
- VIE Plant carry out defrosting of VIE evaporators and check plant for leaks.
- Domestic Water System Maintenance (HSE L8 & HTM 04 Compliance) Assist in
- Thermostatic Mixer Valve Maintenance and Disinfection
- Tank Cleaning
- Calorifier Cleaning
- Tap & Shower Outlet Cleaning and Disinfection
- Take and Record Water Outlet Temperatures, report findings to Maintenance Operations Manager if outside of parameters
- Ventilation System Maintenance (HTM 03 Compliance) Assist in
- AHU Cleaning (Internal & External) & Disinfection
- Duct Cleaning
- Grille Cleaning
- Utility Meter Readings - after training & instruction, carry out meter readings for electric, water & gas on a monthly basis.
- Assist Craftsperson - provide assistance to craftspersons through full range of Electrical, Mechanical and Building duties where applicable.
- Plant Room & Workshop Duties be responsible for keeping the plant rooms clean and tidy, free of rubbish and trip hazards.
- Undertake any duties which may arise and may reasonably be deemed to be within the scope of the post
- Undertake training which the management requires that would enhance and develop the post holder
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Basic demonstrable Engineering/Building maintenance experience in an industrial/commercial environment or other related demonstrable experience with transferable skills.
Desirable
- Proven knowledge of electrical and/or mechanical systems
- Demonstrable experience of working in a hospital environment
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE qualification (Grades A-C/4-9) in English & Maths (or equivalent level of qualification) or equivalent demonstrable experience gained within a working environment.
Desirable
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good team player
- Able to work in confined spaces
- Willing to learn
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Basic demonstrable Engineering/Building maintenance experience in an industrial/commercial environment or other related demonstrable experience with transferable skills.
Desirable
- Proven knowledge of electrical and/or mechanical systems
- Demonstrable experience of working in a hospital environment
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE qualification (Grades A-C/4-9) in English & Maths (or equivalent level of qualification) or equivalent demonstrable experience gained within a working environment.
Desirable
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good team player
- Able to work in confined spaces
- Willing to learn
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).
