Job summary
We are looking to recruit into the role of Principle Engineer for Electrical to join our Estates team at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
The department has recently reviewed the engineering and Estates structure, including introducing new roles in compliance and assurance. This role of PE fulfils the role of Coordinating Authorised Person (AP) and the candidate would have a depth of knowledge in at least one, if not all HTM safe system of work relevant to the post and the relevant regulatory standards.
The role will be to coordinate, develop and, support the Head of Estates in the management of the engineering team including existing or yet to be appointed subject-matter expert and relevant APs to ensure overall engineering compliance and safety (including oversight and audit of the various Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) for all Mechanical and Electrical disciplines relevant to the post and estate infrastructure).
Whilst the role will be to help oversee and coordinate all APs aspects of the hard FM Service (as well as to be part of all external AE audits to allow an overall and 'overview' compliance understanding, to manage the outcomes) a strong building services mechanical engineering/electrical bias is essential to this role.
Main duties of the job
- Support the ongoing development of robust Safe Systems of Work (including Standard Operational Procedures) for all major M&E disciplines and coordinate and act as the AP/RP lead relevant specialist areas with the focus on electrical, however there will be an expectation to support other specialist areas as and when required.
- Help the operational lead develop the CAFM based maintenance programme to work in parallel with the AP and CP structures to ensure compliant maintenance and PPM regimes along with accurate reporting and ensuring it reflects granular levels of Trust assets and is reflective of GIP.
- Act as the point of contact for the electrical service/infrastructure management including associated specialist fields including (but not exclusive to) assurance queries, specify solutions in line with best practice and relevant legislation and oversee that this work is undertaken as required.
- Lead the electrical compliance team
- Lead and manage, projects to successful completion.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Values
Essential
- Always welcoming oAlways helpful oAlways expert oAlways one team
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Current Chartered Engineer or working towards accreditation (or equivalent experience)
- Professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent plus specialist knowledge engineering or construction related
- Minimum degree level qualification in an appropriate building services discipline or equivalent
- Highly developed advanced technical, practical, and theoretical knowledge of complex hospital engineering systems
Desirable
- An appropriate management qualification
- Member of an engineering institution IHEEM preferably
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Proven project management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to command confidence amongst a range of professionals and at all levels within the organisation
- High level of IT/ computer skills
- Experience of giving presentations on technical issues
- Ability to develop positive and effective working relationships internally and externally
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Appropriate experience of working in a senior estates related position
- Track record of successfully implementing significant change within a complex environment
- Experience and knowledge of NHS procedures, systems, legislation and guidance
- Experience of producing or contributing to estates policies
- Demonstrable experience of working as a Senior Project and Programme Manager
- Demonstrable project management experience in delivering a diverse range of maintenance and minor works projects, on time and within budget
Person Specification
GOSH Values
Essential
- Always welcoming oAlways helpful oAlways expert oAlways one team
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Current Chartered Engineer or working towards accreditation (or equivalent experience)
- Professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent plus specialist knowledge engineering or construction related
- Minimum degree level qualification in an appropriate building services discipline or equivalent
- Highly developed advanced technical, practical, and theoretical knowledge of complex hospital engineering systems
Desirable
- An appropriate management qualification
- Member of an engineering institution IHEEM preferably
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Proven project management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to command confidence amongst a range of professionals and at all levels within the organisation
- High level of IT/ computer skills
- Experience of giving presentations on technical issues
- Ability to develop positive and effective working relationships internally and externally
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Appropriate experience of working in a senior estates related position
- Track record of successfully implementing significant change within a complex environment
- Experience and knowledge of NHS procedures, systems, legislation and guidance
- Experience of producing or contributing to estates policies
- Demonstrable experience of working as a Senior Project and Programme Manager
- Demonstrable project management experience in delivering a diverse range of maintenance and minor works projects, on time and within budget
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).
