Job summary
We are recruiting a Mechanical Fitter/Plumber working within a small team at Watford General hospital.
Must be able to work unsupervised and may also be required to work at Saint Albans City hospital and Hemel Hempstead Hospital from time to time.
You will be required to work 37.5 hours a week and partake on an out of hours emergency call out rota.
*Must be qualified with City and guilds levels 1, 2 and 3 or the equivalent NVQ qualification and have completed an apprenticeship and have NHS experience or BTEC in Mechanical services, HVAC.*
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
Carry out planned maintenance and fault find on mechanical plant. Must be city and guilds trained and to have completed a mechanical/plumbing apprenticeship.
Able to work on Air handling units, pumps, motors heating systems and different types of ventilation systems.
Partake in the on-call emergency cover rota. Complete PPM as per HTM compliance. An understanding of Boiler plant would be beneficial.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working as part of a team in the estates department looking after the Mechanical/Plumbing services. You may be asked from time to time to cover duties on our other sites, such as St Albans City Hospital, Hemel Hempstead Hospital and clinics.
You will be required to cover out of hour duties as part of the on-call rota reporting to the on-call manager.
At times you may be required to cover supervisory duties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working as part of a team in the estates department looking after the Mechanical/Plumbing services. You may be asked from time to time to cover duties on our other sites, such as St Albans City Hospital, Hemel Hempstead Hospital and clinics.
You will be required to cover out of hour duties as part of the on-call rota reporting to the on-call manager.
At times you may be required to cover supervisory duties.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- City and guilds levels 1, 2 and 3 or the equivalent NVQ qualification.
- Have completed an apprenticeship and have NHS experience or Btec in Mechanical services, HVAC.
Desirable
- City and Guilds.
- NHS experience.
Knowledge
Essential
- Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
- Asbestos Regulations. COSHH Regulations
- Key healthcare maintenance/ engineering policy documents (HTMs).
- General Awareness of: Legionella & Water Management
- Control of Infections
Desirable
- Mechanical services including steam, hot & cold water and air conditioning plant.
- Building Management Systems
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a multidisciplined maintenance organisation, preferably within a healthcare environment.
- Demonstrable experience of working without direct supervision.
- Demonstrable ability at problem solving within a maintenance context.
Desirable
- Full apprenticeship experience.
- NHS experience.
Skills and ability
Essential
- Work un-supervised and abide by the HSE rules.
- Understand HTM regulations
Desirable
- Able to work on plumbing and mechanical pipeline fabrication.
- Supervise the mechanical team when required.
- Computer skills and the ability to read drawings.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- City and guilds levels 1, 2 and 3 or the equivalent NVQ qualification.
- Have completed an apprenticeship and have NHS experience or Btec in Mechanical services, HVAC.
Desirable
- City and Guilds.
- NHS experience.
Knowledge
Essential
- Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
- Asbestos Regulations. COSHH Regulations
- Key healthcare maintenance/ engineering policy documents (HTMs).
- General Awareness of: Legionella & Water Management
- Control of Infections
Desirable
- Mechanical services including steam, hot & cold water and air conditioning plant.
- Building Management Systems
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a multidisciplined maintenance organisation, preferably within a healthcare environment.
- Demonstrable experience of working without direct supervision.
- Demonstrable ability at problem solving within a maintenance context.
Desirable
- Full apprenticeship experience.
- NHS experience.
Skills and ability
Essential
- Work un-supervised and abide by the HSE rules.
- Understand HTM regulations
Desirable
- Able to work on plumbing and mechanical pipeline fabrication.
- Supervise the mechanical team when required.
- Computer skills and the ability to read drawings.
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).
