Maintenance Craftsperson - Electrical

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Undertaking maintenance, repairs, minor improvement and minor capital work across the Trust ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.
• Diagnose and repair faults in Electrical Engineering and Mechanical installations, plant and equipment; to deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others.
• Understand the workings of Electrical Systems in NHS buildings. Instruct others in the above features and other aspects of his / her work. Perform a wide range of work of other crafts. Manufacture, assemble, erect and install new work. Carry out repairs, maintain and efficiently run plant and equipment. Be conversant with various aspects of electrical Planned Preventative Maintenance. Use all relevant tools and equipment. Understand fully the inter-relationship between various maintenance crafts.
• Actively participate in the operation of the Estates / Facilities management system including completion of all paperwork required of the scheme. (Including completion of all job dockets and time sheets).
• At all times carry Trust communication devices (pager/smart phone) to facilitate immediate response to emergencies (Mexborough rapid response team).
• Have the ability to prioritise and plan own workload utilising the Trusts
• Planet FM Labour Management System using computer data, PC, and smart phone technology.

• To liaise with Engineering Team Leader regarding plant or equipment failures, and to request the supply of goods and/or services as necessary.
• Undertake fault finding on complex LV networks, critical systems and equipment. Using cause and effect analysis and detailed examination to gain a solution.
• Experience in aspects of boiler plant and associated control systems, water softening plant, heating and air conditioning plant and control, compressed air plant, low voltage switchgear, electrical distribution, power and lighting circuits, fire alarm installations, emergency generation together with a thorough practical workshop knowledge.
• To be prepared to work in hazardous areas taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment.
• Undertake periodic electrical testing and monitor results in accordance with the latest edition of the Wiring Regulations BS7671. Requesting remedial works of emergency isolations as and when required.
• Responsible for undertaking Electrical Installations in accordance with the latest edition of the Wiring Regulations (17th) & BS7671. Interprets and follows the regulations at all times. Undertakes inspection and commissioning tests for the installations and issues the appropriate completion certificates. Notifies the Engineering Team Leader of any items that are non-compliant.
• Obligation to undertake training where necessary to learn new techniques, specifically in relation to specialised testing and maintenance routines.
• Possess the ability to communicate and liaise with all levels of staff on possible technical matters regarding essential maintenance.
• Undertake duties associated with competent person HTM 06-02 Electrical Safety Guidance for Low Voltage systems at times working under a permit to work procedure for Electrical Installations.
• Will be required to carry out maintenance and test routines associated with sterilizers and washer disinfectors following training to the standard required by HTM 2010, HTM 2030 and HTM 01-01.
• Awareness of Legionnaires preventative measures associated with Building Services.
• The Craftsman / Craftswoman may be required to participate in rotating shift working, weekend working and undertake work outside normal working hours at short notice to facilitate service demands. This may include a requirement to cover periods on call.
• Have the ability to prioritise and plan own workload utilising the Trusts Planet FM labour management system using computer data.
• Will be required to work at Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Montagu Hospital site and premises covered by Estates Department Service Agreements when necessary.
• Participate in the Estates Quality Improvement programme in seeking continuous development in the areas of service provision, service standards and customer satisfaction.
• Provide training, technical advice and support to Trainees, Apprentices and Maintenance Assistants.
• Adhere to statutory and other relevant requirements particularly related to Hospital Technical Memorandum, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, COSHH, The Workplace (Health & Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 including the Regulations implementing European Community (EC) Directives.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Working on aspects of electrical building services including testing routines and requirements under the Electricity at Work Regs.
• Working with low voltage switchgear, electrical distribution, power and lighting.

Desirable

• NHS Experience
• Emergency Lighting (BS5266).
• Fire Alarm Systems (BS5839).

Qualifications

Essential

• Apprentice trained electrician, qualified to C & G 236 Pt 1 & 2 in Electrical Installation or by Electrical Engineering Maintenance NVQ Level 3 or Electrical Technicians Part II Cert or equivalent.
• C & G 2381 17TH Edition Wiring Regulations BS 7671 and willing to work towards the 18TH Edition Wiring Regulations BS 7671.

Desirable

• C & G 2377 Certificate of Competence for the Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment.
• C & G 2391 Inspection, Testing & Certificate of Electrical Installations BS7671
• Emergency Generation.
• Mechanical skills training.
• Air conditioning systems.
• Heating Control/Building Management System.

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

• Team player, conscientious, methodical, flexible approach.
• Physical ability to undertake duties of the post.
• Participation in flexible / versatile working including weekends and out of hours.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work without direct supervision.

Organisational Skills

Essential

• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Time Management skills.
• Able to prioritise work load.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Desirable

• Communicate effectively verbal and written.
• Excellent diagnostic fault finding skills.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Bassetlaw Hospital

Worksop

S81 0BD

Employer's website

https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)