Job summary
1 x 37.5 hours per week
This plumbing role is based at
Kendray hospital in Barnsley but covers other health centres in the Barnsley
area that sits under the trust footprint.
The role is maintaining all
aspects of the mechanical systems both internally and externally on the
buildings.
The work is varied and changes
on a day to day basis in line with service needs, requirements and
prioritisation of works.
Estates trust vehicles are
utilised for traveling around the footprint of the trust and the successful
candidates skillset may at times need to be used on the Wakefield properties
which includes Fieldhead hospital which has over fifteen in patient mental
health units and Cheswold Hospital which is a medium to low secure unit based
in Doncaster.
This is an exciting role for
the right candidate that likes a challenge in a very demanding environment.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application. However, sponsorship can only be offered if the prorated salary meets the minimum salary threshold of £34,300 set by UK Visa and Immigration.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
Main duties of the job
To carry out routine mechanical
maintenance of Trust properties
Be able to be fully conversant with
various types of mechanical system e.g.
Hot and cold water systems
Central Heating/underfloor heating
HVAC
Water Hygiene practices to the HTM
04
The
post holder will be expected to keep up all relevant training both trade
specific and mandatory NHS.
The postholder will manage his/her
own workload and liaise with departmental managers for access to ward and
patient areas.
To ensure mechanical stock levels
are maintained and order stock and parts as required.
To ensure the quality of work is of
a high standard at all times.
Required to carry out work in
accordance with working at heights and permit to work system on various
functions in various conditions i.e. confined spaces, boiler houses, plant
rooms, stair wells etc.
Participate in an on call Rota.
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About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The postholder will be the Specialist lead in his area of expertise and will be responsible for the Installation, maintenance, servicing and repairs of all equipment and properties belonging to the Trust or for other organisations as directed.
They will ensure compliance of all safety standards and procedures for both in house and contracting staff by ensuring training and technical support is provided. They will be responsible for ensuring the Trust is maintained as required by statutory and Government Guidelines i.e. HTMs, HBNs etc.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1.1Care/service/function provision:
- Understand the complete working of the plumbing/electrical, mechanical and building services throughout the Trust.
- Service. Test, diagnose, repair and calibrate advanced mechanical and electrical installations, plant and equipment, deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others.
- Assemble install and commission new work.
- Use all relevant tools and equipment.
5. To carry out safe isolation of gas pipe work as required by ACOP in accordance with Gas safe Regulations.
6. To carry out work to HTM 04-01, ACOP L8 and HSG274 works relating to legionella ensuring all tests and monitoring is carried out as specified in the guidance.
7. To carry out ventilation inspection and testing in line with HTM 03-01.
8. To carry out ,witness all chlorination works on potable water systems.
9. To methodically log all results and ensure work repair requirements are raised relating to any tolerances out of the manufacturers specification.
10. To ensure all repairs are carried out as a priority.
11. To liaise with contractors carrying out relevant works in line with guidance HTM 04-01 &HTM 03-01.
12. Implement new work and keep within agreed budget and time allocation
13. To work from ladders, to erect and work from scaffold (once trained) and safe use of safety harness.
14. The postholder will be required to carry out work on waste systems, fall pipes and land drains both in replacement and unblocking as required.
- Driving hospital vehicles and plant as required (not H.G.V.).
16. The postholder will be expected to participate in The out of hours on call rota which involves multi skilling across all trades, bringing you into contact with sewage and other bodily fluids (for which protective equipment must be worn).
17. The postholder will on occasions be required to work overtime/change working hours if the need of service dictates
1.2 Working as part of a Team:
- Liaise with specialist contractors or suppliers regarding the provision of technical advice or the ordering of spare parts.
- Provide costings for new work, obtain authority from budget holder
- To ensure all paper work is completed and recorded as required by the Estates Co-ordinator
4. The department operates a cross over of duties and as such the job holder would be expected to carry out other trades work, which is within his skill level. He/she would be expected to gradually increase his knowledge and capabilities in other trades to progressively and successfully take on complex work of a multi trade nature.
- The Post holder will be expected to work at any properties throughout the Trust as instructed by the Estates Co-ordinator
1.3 Managing Self:
1. Problem solve technical issues which arise during the course of your duties
2. Learn new techniques/technologies with training as necessary
- All Trust employees are expected to maintain existing skills and develop/receive training in new skills as required to carry out work of the Trust.
4. To ensure the appropriate use of safety and protective clothing and equipment, as required by good working practice and the Health and Safety at Work Act.
5. To read understand and apply safety guidance notes, hazard letters, fire instructions and other such documents as issued to the postholder by Estates Co-ordinator.
1.4 Management Supervision and Support:
- The Specialist lead in his area of expertise will have an understanding of
Health & Safety at Work Act
C.O.S.H.H.
Asbestos Regaulations 2012
Pressure Systems Regulations 2000
Water byelaws 1999
Approved code of practice L8 FOR Water Hygiene/Legionella
HTM 04-01 for Water Hygiene/Legionella
HTM 03-01 Ventilation
HS(G) 274 Water Hygiene/Legionella
Safe Working Temperature DO8 NHS ESTATES.
Working at Height Regulations 2005
Puwer 1998 (Work equipment regulations).
Personnel protective equipment regulations
Mobile elevated Working Platforms Guidelines.
- Undertake duties of lower grade staff as appropriate.
- Supervise estates support workers and estates plumbing/mechanical apprentices as required, checking and evaluating their work.
- Instruct others on all aspects of your work.
- To supervise contractors as required and ensure work is carried out in accordance with Health & Safety at Work Regulations, Trust Policies and Risk Assessments.
- The postholder will be required to carry out work in accordance with working at heights and permit to work systems/regulations on various functions in various conditions i.e. confined spaces, sewerage, drains, boiler houses, patients equipment, heights and unlocking sluice master. (Protective clothing must be worn at all times).
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The postholder will be the Specialist lead in his area of expertise and will be responsible for the Installation, maintenance, servicing and repairs of all equipment and properties belonging to the Trust or for other organisations as directed.
They will ensure compliance of all safety standards and procedures for both in house and contracting staff by ensuring training and technical support is provided. They will be responsible for ensuring the Trust is maintained as required by statutory and Government Guidelines i.e. HTMs, HBNs etc.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1.1Care/service/function provision:
- Understand the complete working of the plumbing/electrical, mechanical and building services throughout the Trust.
- Service. Test, diagnose, repair and calibrate advanced mechanical and electrical installations, plant and equipment, deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others.
- Assemble install and commission new work.
- Use all relevant tools and equipment.
5. To carry out safe isolation of gas pipe work as required by ACOP in accordance with Gas safe Regulations.
6. To carry out work to HTM 04-01, ACOP L8 and HSG274 works relating to legionella ensuring all tests and monitoring is carried out as specified in the guidance.
7. To carry out ventilation inspection and testing in line with HTM 03-01.
8. To carry out ,witness all chlorination works on potable water systems.
9. To methodically log all results and ensure work repair requirements are raised relating to any tolerances out of the manufacturers specification.
10. To ensure all repairs are carried out as a priority.
11. To liaise with contractors carrying out relevant works in line with guidance HTM 04-01 &HTM 03-01.
12. Implement new work and keep within agreed budget and time allocation
13. To work from ladders, to erect and work from scaffold (once trained) and safe use of safety harness.
14. The postholder will be required to carry out work on waste systems, fall pipes and land drains both in replacement and unblocking as required.
- Driving hospital vehicles and plant as required (not H.G.V.).
16. The postholder will be expected to participate in The out of hours on call rota which involves multi skilling across all trades, bringing you into contact with sewage and other bodily fluids (for which protective equipment must be worn).
17. The postholder will on occasions be required to work overtime/change working hours if the need of service dictates
1.2 Working as part of a Team:
- Liaise with specialist contractors or suppliers regarding the provision of technical advice or the ordering of spare parts.
- Provide costings for new work, obtain authority from budget holder
- To ensure all paper work is completed and recorded as required by the Estates Co-ordinator
4. The department operates a cross over of duties and as such the job holder would be expected to carry out other trades work, which is within his skill level. He/she would be expected to gradually increase his knowledge and capabilities in other trades to progressively and successfully take on complex work of a multi trade nature.
- The Post holder will be expected to work at any properties throughout the Trust as instructed by the Estates Co-ordinator
1.3 Managing Self:
1. Problem solve technical issues which arise during the course of your duties
2. Learn new techniques/technologies with training as necessary
- All Trust employees are expected to maintain existing skills and develop/receive training in new skills as required to carry out work of the Trust.
4. To ensure the appropriate use of safety and protective clothing and equipment, as required by good working practice and the Health and Safety at Work Act.
5. To read understand and apply safety guidance notes, hazard letters, fire instructions and other such documents as issued to the postholder by Estates Co-ordinator.
1.4 Management Supervision and Support:
- The Specialist lead in his area of expertise will have an understanding of
Health & Safety at Work Act
C.O.S.H.H.
Asbestos Regaulations 2012
Pressure Systems Regulations 2000
Water byelaws 1999
Approved code of practice L8 FOR Water Hygiene/Legionella
HTM 04-01 for Water Hygiene/Legionella
HTM 03-01 Ventilation
HS(G) 274 Water Hygiene/Legionella
Safe Working Temperature DO8 NHS ESTATES.
Working at Height Regulations 2005
Puwer 1998 (Work equipment regulations).
Personnel protective equipment regulations
Mobile elevated Working Platforms Guidelines.
- Undertake duties of lower grade staff as appropriate.
- Supervise estates support workers and estates plumbing/mechanical apprentices as required, checking and evaluating their work.
- Instruct others on all aspects of your work.
- To supervise contractors as required and ensure work is carried out in accordance with Health & Safety at Work Regulations, Trust Policies and Risk Assessments.
- The postholder will be required to carry out work in accordance with working at heights and permit to work systems/regulations on various functions in various conditions i.e. confined spaces, sewerage, drains, boiler houses, patients equipment, heights and unlocking sluice master. (Protective clothing must be worn at all times).
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognized Apprenticeship.
- City & Guilds level 3 or NVQ level 3 Plumbing or City &Guilds level 3 Mechanical/ technical Qualification.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Substantial relevant healthcare experience.
- Experience of costing, implementing and running small schemes within Budget.
- Experience of supervising/teaching apprentices and semi- skilled craft assistants.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS/Estates Services.
- Basic skill knowledge in other trade works and working with other trades.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Physically fit.
- Ability to cope under pressure.
- Good communicator.
- Smart appearance.
- Flexible in working hours/on call.
- Team player and Self motivated.
- Willingness to learn.
- Confidentiality.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- To provide written reports relating to incidents/maintenance.
- Ability to prioritize own workload and supervise oneself.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS/Estates Services.
Training
Essential
- Legionella/Water Hygiene htm04-01 and or Approved code of practice L8
- Chlorination of Potable water systems.
- HTM 03-01 Ventilation, CPR, BMS Systems.
- Risk Assessments.
- Health & Safety Training.
Desirable
- First Aider.
- Staff Appraisal.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognized Apprenticeship.
- City & Guilds level 3 or NVQ level 3 Plumbing or City &Guilds level 3 Mechanical/ technical Qualification.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Substantial relevant healthcare experience.
- Experience of costing, implementing and running small schemes within Budget.
- Experience of supervising/teaching apprentices and semi- skilled craft assistants.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS/Estates Services.
- Basic skill knowledge in other trade works and working with other trades.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Physically fit.
- Ability to cope under pressure.
- Good communicator.
- Smart appearance.
- Flexible in working hours/on call.
- Team player and Self motivated.
- Willingness to learn.
- Confidentiality.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- To provide written reports relating to incidents/maintenance.
- Ability to prioritize own workload and supervise oneself.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS/Estates Services.
Training
Essential
- Legionella/Water Hygiene htm04-01 and or Approved code of practice L8
- Chlorination of Potable water systems.
- HTM 03-01 Ventilation, CPR, BMS Systems.
- Risk Assessments.
- Health & Safety Training.
Desirable
- First Aider.
- Staff Appraisal.
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.
