Estates Mechanical Craftsperson

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work in accordance with the requirements of HTMs, HBNs, British Standards, Model Specifications and all Statutory Regulations, Codes of Practice and Trust Policies and Procedures.

To be prepared to work in hazardous areas taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment in compliance with all relevant Regulations and Health & Safety Procedures.

Maintain, run and repair complex equipment e.g. boilers, steam boilers, RO equipment, in several areas on the site, chiller plants, air handling plant, air tubes system, fault finding and repair at a complex level for integrated systems e.g. water, RO water, steam, lifts, etc. requiring a high level of concentration, knowledge and responsibility.

Undertake essential repair works and general maintenance activities at the request of the Estates Officer / Estates Manager.

To liaise with Estates Officer / Estates Manager regarding plant or equipment failures and to request the supply of goods and/or services as necessary.

Ability to carry out cross trades works including mechanical and building repairs.

Undertake faultfinding on systems and equipment.

To action planned maintenance schedules under the instruction of the Estates Officer / Estates Manager.

Complete all report sheets and test certificates as necessary.

Ensures that all test equipment is maintained and in good condition.

Interprets and follows regulations at all times.

Immediately notifies the Estates Officer / Estates Manager of any deviation from the regulations.

Follows detailed engineering drawings and specifications.

Uses all relevant PPE, tools and equipment within safety guidelines as necessary for the completion of works.

Work overtime in order to carry out emergency works and cover for colleagues whilst on holiday or sick.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A good standard general education
• A minimum qualification of City & Guilds at part 3
• or BTEC ONC in Mechanical Engineering
• or Equivalent knowledge and experience to HNC/HND level
• Full Current Driving Licence

Desirable

• BTEC ONC in Building Services
• Confined Spaces Training
• Risk Assessment Training
• Manual Handling Training
• Legionella Training
• Lift release training
• Sanitary Plumbing
• Health and Safety Awareness for Prefabricated Scaffold Towers
• Mobile platform training
• Or be willing to undertake the above courses

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Health & Safety
• Knowledge & awareness of Estates legislation's
• Low Pressure Hot Water Systems
• High Pressure Hot Water Systems
• Steam Raising Plant

Desirable

• Building Regulations
• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
• WRAS Regulations
• BS 8580
• ACOP L8
• Asbestos Regulations Awareness
• Building Regulations
• Fire Regulations
• COSHH Regulations.
• Relevent HTM's, HBN's
• Air Conditioning Plant
• Catering Equipment
• Pneumatic Systems
• Hydraulic System
• Building Management Systems

Experience

Essential

• Completion of a structured training program in Mechanical Engineering discipline for a minimum period of five years.
• or Site experience with appropriate trade qualifications.
• Experience of working in a re-active & pressurised environment

Desirable

• Experience of working in a Hospital Environment.

Skills & Ability

Essential

• Ability to work without supervision.
• To work a scheduled shift pattern that provides 24/7 estates cover if required.
• Ability to carry works across trades.
• Adaptable to change.
• Good communication skills.
• Well developed problem solving skills & a flexible approach to developing solutions.
• Availability for under taking overtime.
• Ability to work at height using access from ladders/scaffold.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• To undertake best and safe practices under Health and Safety guidelines.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Patience & Understanding.
• Ability to interact on all levels.
• Flexibility & adaptability.
• Capable of working in a demand driven service.
• Working to deadlines.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Horton General Hospital

101 Oxford Road

Banbury

OX16 9AL

Employer's website

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