Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Conquest Estates department at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust as a Building Technician working alongside the Estates Operational Team to support the day to day operational maintenance of the ESHT estate. Are you an experienced and motivated Building Technician looking for your next challenge? If you are, then we would like to hear from you.
We are looking to recruit someone who can excel in providing an organised and highly efficient service, a person who can be innovative in their thinking and have the ability to make decisions for themselves and someone who can develop and support the service improvements of the department ensuring that we are fit for the future.
This position involves working a five day week (Mon-Fri) covering the core hours of 07.00 to 15.30 on week one and 08.30 to 17.00 on week two. You will then alternate between these two shifts each week.
As we are a large acute care trust, we can offer learning and development opportunities to help you in your career development. As well as relevant regular ongoing training to keep your current skills and knowledge up to date, it can also include access to the trusts apprenticeship scheme where you will have the opportunity to undertake further enhanced training, for example NVQ and HNC courses.
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust staff are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to 27 days paid holiday and we also offer a generous pension scheme.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of this role include:
- Undertake minor repair works and general carpentry & Joinery maintenance activities as directed by the supervisors.
- Must be able to efficiently diagnose and repair faults in the building structure, including roof work, fabric and finishes.
- Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance tasks including but not limited to: fire doors, external doors, windows, flooring, suspended ceilings, locks and locking mechanisms, signage and glazing.
- Erecting of access equipment as required with appropriate training and competency.
- Comply with the Trusts health and Safety policy, procedures and working practices.
- Abide by all infection prevention and control procedures.
- Undertake training where necessary to improve your skills, learn new techniques or to ensure compliance with regulations or procedures.
- Adhere to the Estates Department dress code and wearing the supplied uniform at all times when on Trust business.
- Must be prepared to work outside of normal working hours as and when required, so as to meet the demands of the service.
- Must be conversant and qualified in the use and maintenance of relevant hand power tools and workshop equipment.
- Carry an Estates communication device (radio, pager, mobile phone) at all times whilst on duty.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work.
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.
We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £568 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.
Our extensive health services are provided by over 7,000 dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated 'Outstanding' and Eastbourne DGH was rated 'Good' Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.
In the summer of 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' (BFF) programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to redevelop and expand our hospitals at Eastbourne, Hastings and Bexhill, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at EDGH and Conquest, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Onsite parking is available from only £30 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
Patients come first at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.
Our vision is to be:
- The healthcare provider of first choice for the people of East Sussex.
Our mission is to:
- Deliver better health outcomes and an excellent experience for everyone we provide with healthcare services.
Our strategic objectives are to:
- Improve quality and clinical outcomes by ensuring that safe patient care is our highest priority.
- Play a leading role in local partnerships to meet the needs of our local population and improve and enhance patients experiences.
- Use our resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of our patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally and financially sustainable.
Our aims are that all services delivered by the Trust are:
- Safe
- Effective
- Caring
- Responsive and
- Well led
Desirable Criteria
- Woodworking machinery certificate.
Experience
Essential Criteria
- Must have previous experience within the building trade.
- Experience of working within a large industrial / commercial environment.
- Qualified competent person in the safe operation of workshop tools under PUWER 1998.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of working in an acute hospital environment.
- Competent person to erect portable tower scaffolding.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential Criteria
- Sound diagnostic and analytical skills with good problem solving abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
- Computer literate.
Desirable Criteria
- Able to give and receive training appropriate to responsibilities and service need.
- Ability to understand and apply Operation and Maintenance (O&M) documents in the process of maintaining building infrastructure and fabric.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Competent person to erect portable tower scaffolding.
Other
- Full UK driving licence.
- Reliable work record.
- DBS clearance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at EDGH and Conquest, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Onsite parking is available from only £30 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
Patients come first at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.
Our vision is to be:
- The healthcare provider of first choice for the people of East Sussex.
Our mission is to:
- Deliver better health outcomes and an excellent experience for everyone we provide with healthcare services.
Our strategic objectives are to:
- Improve quality and clinical outcomes by ensuring that safe patient care is our highest priority.
- Play a leading role in local partnerships to meet the needs of our local population and improve and enhance patients experiences.
- Use our resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of our patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally and financially sustainable.
Our aims are that all services delivered by the Trust are:
- Safe
- Effective
- Caring
- Responsive and
- Well led
Desirable Criteria
- Woodworking machinery certificate.
Experience
Essential Criteria
- Must have previous experience within the building trade.
- Experience of working within a large industrial / commercial environment.
- Qualified competent person in the safe operation of workshop tools under PUWER 1998.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of working in an acute hospital environment.
- Competent person to erect portable tower scaffolding.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential Criteria
- Sound diagnostic and analytical skills with good problem solving abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
- Computer literate.
Desirable Criteria
- Able to give and receive training appropriate to responsibilities and service need.
- Ability to understand and apply Operation and Maintenance (O&M) documents in the process of maintaining building infrastructure and fabric.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Competent person to erect portable tower scaffolding.
Other
- Full UK driving licence.
- Reliable work record.
- DBS clearance.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Basic Education
- City & Guilds qualification to NVQ level 3
Desirable
- European Computer Driving License (EDCL level module 7)
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years Painting and Decorating or appropriate building or engineering experience within the NHS or similar environments.
- Operation, maintenance and repair of NHS or equivalent building stock, it's fabric, services, plant and equipment.
Desirable
- Experience of working in an Acute Hospital Environment.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Sound building system diagnostic and analytical skills with good problem solving abilities.
- Ability to complete a variety of multi trade repairs.
- Ability to work at height from appropriate equipment
- Working knowledge and experience of other trade skills.
- Customer care.
Desirable
- Glazing
- Power tools and their maintenance
- Basic plumbing, domestic hot water and heating systems
Other
Essential
- Capable of working in confined and restricted spaces using appropriate PPE
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Basic Education
- City & Guilds qualification to NVQ level 3
Desirable
- European Computer Driving License (EDCL level module 7)
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years Painting and Decorating or appropriate building or engineering experience within the NHS or similar environments.
- Operation, maintenance and repair of NHS or equivalent building stock, it's fabric, services, plant and equipment.
Desirable
- Experience of working in an Acute Hospital Environment.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Sound building system diagnostic and analytical skills with good problem solving abilities.
- Ability to complete a variety of multi trade repairs.
- Ability to work at height from appropriate equipment
- Working knowledge and experience of other trade skills.
- Customer care.
Desirable
- Glazing
- Power tools and their maintenance
- Basic plumbing, domestic hot water and heating systems
Other
Essential
- Capable of working in confined and restricted spaces using appropriate PPE
Desirable
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).
