Job summary
Previous applicants need not apply
BCHFT is looking to recruit an Maintenance Craftsperson (Electrician) who would like to work within the field of property maintenance in the NHS and join the in-house maintenance team. This is a key role reporting to the Maintenance Supervisors. The candidate will have a good knowledge of building electrical systems.
The basic working week is 37.5 hours, Monday-Friday . You must however, have the ability and willingness to work flexible hours including overtime and call outs as workload demands, for which additional payment is made.
Previous applicants need not to apply.
Main duties of the job
Duties cover a range of building electrical work including planned and breakdown maintenance, servicing, specialist testing, fault finding and repair of equipment and some minor installation work.
The Trust look after 7 inpatient hospitals and a number of smaller properties such as; PFI, LIFT, clinics, health Centre's, offices etc. so the role requires travel to BCHFT sites throughout the Black Country. You will have access to a vehicle for work purposes and must possess a driving license.
Key Responsibilities of the post will include undertaking a range of repairs and core craft electrical and general engineering duties and associated works for the Trust. To maintain engineering services and equipment at a range of sites whilst at all times observing all relevant Health and Safety guidelines and Regulations.
It is essential the successful candidate has undergone an approved electrical apprenticeship with a City & Guilds/NVQ qualification. Attention to detail is a must, so we are looking for someone who will take pride in the highest standards of work. You must possess good literacy skills and the ability to work on your own and work as part of the maintenance team to achieve shared goals.
You will meet and deal with a variety of people including staff, service users and visitors and therefore must have excellent customer service skills and be able to communicate effectively with our customers.
About us
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides specialist mental health, learning disability, and community healthcare services for the population of the Black Country.
Across the whole of the region we provide:
- Adult and older adult mental health services
- Specialist learning disability services
- CAMHS
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was formed on 1 April 2020, after NHS England and NHS Improvement approved the merger of Black Country Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Dudley and Walsall Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust.
Combining resources, strategies and talented workforce enables us to deliver a wider variety of outstanding services that are based on best practice and are continually improving.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the Estates Manager and other estates professionals to deliver high quality and value for money building services across the Trusts property portfolio ensuring equipment, fabric and utility services comply with all Health and Safety regulations, NHS standards, manufacturers recommendations and any other statutory requirements.
The post holder will undertake multi skilled works to all Trust properties. Duties will include installing, maintaining, servicing and repairing a range of electrical, mechanical and gas equipment, working inside and outside. This will also include maintenance of equipment; fabric and utility services for all trust owned and leased properties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the Estates Manager and other estates professionals to deliver high quality and value for money building services across the Trusts property portfolio ensuring equipment, fabric and utility services comply with all Health and Safety regulations, NHS standards, manufacturers recommendations and any other statutory requirements.
The post holder will undertake multi skilled works to all Trust properties. Duties will include installing, maintaining, servicing and repairing a range of electrical, mechanical and gas equipment, working inside and outside. This will also include maintenance of equipment; fabric and utility services for all trust owned and leased properties.
Person Specification
Skills/Personal qualities
Essential
- Problem solving of technical issues, including fault diagnosis and solution finding
- Highly developed physical skills; able to demonstrate the effective and safe use of a range of trade associated tools and equipment including fine tools/ materials to repair delicate equipment
- Ability to carry out point of work and task lite risk assessment(s) according to training and experience prior to commencing work and continue to risk assess whilst work is undertaken
- Provide and receive routine and complex information and be able to communicate issues to others, both verbal and via email
- Self motivated
- Ability to plan and organise own work load and able to prioritise
- The ability to work autonomously and as a team player as appropriate, demonstrating an understanding of relationship between own work and that of other craftsmen
- Able to work within a high pressure and emotive environment and to tight deadlines
Desirable
Knowledge/ Experience
Essential
- Experience of and ability to demonstrate sufficient knowledge and experience of a multi-skilled engineer. Basic plumbing, operation of plant equipment, machinery and wood work/joinery skills.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation, safe systems of work (Permits) and relevant HTM's.
- Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings and schematics.
- Completion of a registered apprenticeship or structured training program in the relevant post bias for a minimum of 3 years
- At least 3 years post training, site experience having demonstrated high versatility and flexibility. Time served craftsman.
Desirable
- Computer literate and able to use all forms of Microsoft applications and handheld devices.
- Previous experience of working in an Hospital, Healthcare or Public Sector environment.
- Using a CAFM systems to receive and update work order.
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic education to GCSE/'O' Level in Maths and English or post secondary Education in a relevant field
- BTEC in Building Services Engineering
- An equivalent qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation Engineering with AM2
- City & Guilds of London Institute Craft Certificate in Electrical Installation Engineering,
- BTEC in Building Services Engineering
Desirable
- IPAF, PASMA, Abrasive wheels, Asbestos awareness etc
- Relevant HTM CP appointment
- City & Guilds 2391 Test & Inspection Certificate.
Person Specification
Skills/Personal qualities
Essential
- Problem solving of technical issues, including fault diagnosis and solution finding
- Highly developed physical skills; able to demonstrate the effective and safe use of a range of trade associated tools and equipment including fine tools/ materials to repair delicate equipment
- Ability to carry out point of work and task lite risk assessment(s) according to training and experience prior to commencing work and continue to risk assess whilst work is undertaken
- Provide and receive routine and complex information and be able to communicate issues to others, both verbal and via email
- Self motivated
- Ability to plan and organise own work load and able to prioritise
- The ability to work autonomously and as a team player as appropriate, demonstrating an understanding of relationship between own work and that of other craftsmen
- Able to work within a high pressure and emotive environment and to tight deadlines
Desirable
Knowledge/ Experience
Essential
- Experience of and ability to demonstrate sufficient knowledge and experience of a multi-skilled engineer. Basic plumbing, operation of plant equipment, machinery and wood work/joinery skills.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation, safe systems of work (Permits) and relevant HTM's.
- Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings and schematics.
- Completion of a registered apprenticeship or structured training program in the relevant post bias for a minimum of 3 years
- At least 3 years post training, site experience having demonstrated high versatility and flexibility. Time served craftsman.
Desirable
- Computer literate and able to use all forms of Microsoft applications and handheld devices.
- Previous experience of working in an Hospital, Healthcare or Public Sector environment.
- Using a CAFM systems to receive and update work order.
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic education to GCSE/'O' Level in Maths and English or post secondary Education in a relevant field
- BTEC in Building Services Engineering
- An equivalent qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation Engineering with AM2
- City & Guilds of London Institute Craft Certificate in Electrical Installation Engineering,
- BTEC in Building Services Engineering
Desirable
- IPAF, PASMA, Abrasive wheels, Asbestos awareness etc
- Relevant HTM CP appointment
- City & Guilds 2391 Test & Inspection Certificate.
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).
