Plumber

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose and Accountabilities 1.1 Core Duties

1) To provide an effective and efficient maintenance and repair service to all plumbing installations e.g hot and cold water services and mains distribution, gas services, boilers and space heating systems, water storage tanks, sanitary fittings and firefighting equipment.

2) Installation and acceptance testing of new systems and equipment as required.

3) Work in hazardous areas and confined spaces, taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment in accordance with Trust policy and safe working procedures.

4) Ability to interpret detailed technical manuals, diagnose faults and repair specialist engineering facilities, assist in commissioning , problem solving new technical services and communicate technical knowledge to others, particularly in the safe use of equipment.

5) Be conversant with the latest edition of the electrical safety code for low voltage systems for competent persons (LV)

6) Actively participate in the operation of the works helpdesk, including the timely completion of work dockets.

7) Undertake essential repair work and general maintenance activities at the request of the Community Estates Manager.

8) To carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance inspections and commissioning tests in accordance with Trust procedures and schedules.

9) The completion of maintenance inspections records and test certificates as necessary.

10) Work with engineering/technical drawings and specifications

11) Undertake inspections for pre-installations and investigate services which may be required for new equipment and carry out minor installation improvement work.

12) To notify the Community Estates Manager, or equivalent, of any problems within Trust premises that may be of danger to staff and members of the public. To ensure that accident forms are completed and to co-operate with the investigation of any accident or untoward occurrence.

13) To carry out work in accordance with risk assessments and safe working practices to conform to health & safety legislation, policies and procedures

14) Responsible for health & safety, access and security when working in locked wards, health premises, learning disabilities and mental health accommodation.

To act in accordance with BFW Management Ltd Constitution and other Codes of Conduct.

To participate in staff development, appraisal and training as appropriate, including continuous professional development

To comply with BFW Management Ltd agreed policies and procedures including but not limited to Health and Safety, and Equal Opportunities Policies, the Data Protection Act, Freedom of Information Act, Financial Management Regulations and other relevant NHS and Government Regulations, Directives and area wide priorities

To undertake any other tasks, duties and responsibilities as directed and appropriate to the level of the role subject to any reasonable adjustments under the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 as incorporated into the Equality Act 2010

To participate in the wider development of the function and contribute to service improvement as required

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities

1.2 Responsibilities AND CONFIDENTIALITY

Responsibilities are listed within the core duties. Each member of Atlas staff is responsible for ensuring confidentiality of any information relating to patients and for complying with all the requirements of the Data Protection Act whilst carrying out the duties of the post. Any breaches in confidentiality will be dealt with by the Atlas Disciplinary Procedure and may result in dismissal.

1.3 Systems and Equipment

To have an understanding of working using PDAs and be confident in the use of mobile phones.

A sound knowledge of legislative standards i.e Legionella, Water Regulations etc

1.4 Physical Demands of the Job

Regular above head working, regular moving, lifting heavy plumbing equipment and handling ward, office and furniture out of work area. Lifting and handling access equipment. Regular work on ladders, kneeling in cramped areas e.g ducts, roof spaces etc. Regular use of driving skills throughout the Trust.

1.5 Mental/Emotional Demands of the Job

Frequent prolonged concentration required when carrying out fault finding, repairs, installation work, testing and driving.

1.6 Core Behaviours

Adaptability/Flexibility

Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, adjusts plans to meet changing needs.

To deliver services effectively a degree of flexibility is needed, and the post holder may be required to perform work not specifically referred to here.

Customer Focus

Builds customer confidence, is committed to increasing customer satisfaction, sets achievable customer expectations, assumes responsibility for solving customer problems, ensures commitments to customers are met, solicits opinions and ideas from customers, responds to internal and external customers.

Initiative

Tackles problems and takes independent action, seeks out new responsibilities, acts on opportunities, generates new ideas, practices self-development.

Interpersonal Skills

Has good listening skills, builds strong relationships, is flexible/open-minded, communicates effectively, solicits performance feedback and handles constructive criticism.

Teamwork

Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps the leader

to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a positive and collaborative team atmosphere.

Self-Development

Seeks out and accepts feedback, is a proactive learner, takes on tough assignments to improve skills, keeps knowledge and skills up-to-date, turns mistakes into learning opportunities.

Gaining Commitment

Encouraging others to be emotionally and / or intellectually committed to a course of action; communicating and providing leadership: by informing others of how their work connects to the big picture and inspiring and motivating individuals and teams:

Communicates an inspiring vision or sense of purpose and expresses positive expectations of others and gives encouragement.

1.7 Communications and Relationships

Staff at all levels in all departments and external contacts.

1.8 Level of Supervision

The post requires the post holder to have a clean driving license as this position requires extensive use of the Trust vehicles. The successful applicant will need to ensure that, as a condition of remaining in employment with Atlas, a current driving license is retained as this is crucial to the job role.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Plumbing Craft Apprenticeship
• City and Guilds Plumbing or equivalent Certificate
• Full Clean current driving License
• Legionella Combined Water Management Certificate
• ACS Gas Qualification

Training

Desirable

• P.A.S.M.A scaffolding Certificate
• I.P.A.F Certification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 5 years Post Apprenticeship Experience
• Experience of working in the N.H.S.

Knowledge

Essential

• Good written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to deal confidentiality with people at all levels
• Ability to handle sensitive situations and maintain confidentiality
• The initiative and capability to carry out a broad range of core tasks as described in the job description
• Excellent time management skills
• Required to participate in an on call system to be able to give a 24hr response.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Ability to act on own initiative
• Flexible
• Ability and willing to undertake emergency situation repairs
• Motivated
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Approachable
• Good team player
• Car owner / driver to enable you to undertake the Job
• To work overtime at short notice
• To be willing to work unsociable hours for short periods of time

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust

Whinney Heys Road

Blackpool

FY3 8NR

Employer's website

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