Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Mechanical Supervisor

The closing date is 08 July 2025

Job summary

The Supervisor is responsible for the management of day-to-day operations of comprehensive electrical and mechanical engineering, and building maintenance service, to the plant and equipment on all Blackpool Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Sites. This will involve working with trade groups and contractors' staff to provide a professional, efficient and cost-effective maintenance, repair and installation service, which is responsive to the user's needs and will involve the planning and organising of maintenance activities

The Role shall also participate in the on-call Rota to provide a 24-hour emergency response to any incident within the specific Trade area.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide team leadership for an effective and efficient maintenance repair service to a high quality on the full range of building fabric, electrical and mechanical engineering and electro-medical services, plant, and equipment to the Trust properties, and will involve the supervision of maintenance of complex systems and the use of fine instrumentation and equipment. (e.g. Steam raising plant, Boilers, Heating and Domestic Hot Water (DHW) systems, Low Voltage (LV) systems, switch rooms, and emergency generators. Fire, security, medical gas and vacuum systems and all other alarm systems. Medical plant and equipment, lifts, heat exchangers, catering equipment, plant and equipment contained within the mortuary, operating theatres, and other hospital fixed plant and equipment.)

About us

Motivate and encourage all staff to provide a responsive, caring, and disciplined service to our clients .Organise resources, in-house labour, contractors, transport, and materials effectively and efficiently. Promote cooperation and versatility between trades Responsible for duties as a key member of the Estates Major Incident Team, Responsible for duties as a key member of the Estates Management in managing performance, innovation of the service, cost reduction, and efficiency and effectiveness improvements Responsible for the Performance of the team in conjunction with the Estates Manager Operational to meet Trust targets for PPM and reactive work and first-time fixesIn conjunction with the Estates Manager Operational undertakes the management of small works that can be undertaken in-house and low-cost external contracts.

Attend any emergency that affects the health and safety of any patients.

First escalation for customers for all Estates operational issue Work in accordance with the requirements of statute, technical guidance and codes of practice and Trust and Departmental Policies and Procedures.

Details

Date posted

24 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

382-ATL17-25

Job locations

Blackpool Victoria Hospital

whinney heys road

blackpool

FY3 8NR


Job description

Job responsibilities

Independently deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to other members of the team. Assis liaises with contractors, utility suppliers, professional parties, and other service providers outside of normal office hours.

Respond to and liaise with other members of the Trust's staff who request assistance with Estates issues.

Be able to drive appropriate Trust vehicles for transporting personnel or equipment if a full driving license is held and compliance with Trust Policy is met. Be prepared to work in areas where they may be exposed to distressing or emotional circumstances (i.e.). terminally ill patients on wards, ITU, HOU, SCBU, A&E, operating theatres, mortuary, etc) as necessary.

Be prepared to work in hazardous areas, confined spaces and on contaminated equipment, areas where there is a potential hazard from chemicals, gases or asbestos etc, taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment in accordance with Trust policy and safe working procedures, i.e.., the post holder will conduct risk assessments and complete action I treatment plans for all tasks before undertaking the work.

Identify, plan and prioritise own workload out of hours including the completion of all paperwork required to update the Estates IT system is provided in a timely and accurate manner.

Management of plant or equipment failure including requests in writing the supply of goods and/or services with reference to manufacturers manuals, etc. Maintain stock levels for spares and equipment through liaison with the stores department.

Ensure the security of all plants, equipment and buildings under the jurisdiction of the Estates Department.

Use and be competent in the use of all relevant tools and equipment within safety guidelines as necessary for the completion of works.Undertake inspections for pre-installations and investigate services which may be required for new equipment and carry out minor and/or major installation improvement works.

Carry out site-based surveys and monitoring of the energy management system in line with the programme for energy conservation and act on defects in; liaison with Estates Managers/Head of Estates.

Supervise, communicate with and develop Maintenance Support Workers, new starters and apprentices and assess/evaluate the quality of their work. The post holder shall also support the provision of professional supervision, induction, and training of new starters, apprentices, and Maintenance staff as part of a personal development program.

The post holder must notify the Estates Managers of any members of staff, patients or visitors who may contravene hospital regulations and will be expected to undertake investigations, disciplinary and sickness meetings, and reviews as part of their day-to-day duties. Undertake the annual appraisal and performance of trade staff, review and identify development needs, and agree plans and funding with the Head of Estates. The post holder is required to work hours as necessary to ensure continuity of service. Raise service contracts and monitor contractors, comply with trust financial instructions (SFl)'s and financial policies i.e. competitive tendering/quotations, raising orders within authorised limits, authorising of invoice payments etc.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Independently deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to other members of the team. Assis liaises with contractors, utility suppliers, professional parties, and other service providers outside of normal office hours.

Respond to and liaise with other members of the Trust's staff who request assistance with Estates issues.

Be able to drive appropriate Trust vehicles for transporting personnel or equipment if a full driving license is held and compliance with Trust Policy is met. Be prepared to work in areas where they may be exposed to distressing or emotional circumstances (i.e.). terminally ill patients on wards, ITU, HOU, SCBU, A&E, operating theatres, mortuary, etc) as necessary.

Be prepared to work in hazardous areas, confined spaces and on contaminated equipment, areas where there is a potential hazard from chemicals, gases or asbestos etc, taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment in accordance with Trust policy and safe working procedures, i.e.., the post holder will conduct risk assessments and complete action I treatment plans for all tasks before undertaking the work.

Identify, plan and prioritise own workload out of hours including the completion of all paperwork required to update the Estates IT system is provided in a timely and accurate manner.

Management of plant or equipment failure including requests in writing the supply of goods and/or services with reference to manufacturers manuals, etc. Maintain stock levels for spares and equipment through liaison with the stores department.

Ensure the security of all plants, equipment and buildings under the jurisdiction of the Estates Department.

Use and be competent in the use of all relevant tools and equipment within safety guidelines as necessary for the completion of works.Undertake inspections for pre-installations and investigate services which may be required for new equipment and carry out minor and/or major installation improvement works.

Carry out site-based surveys and monitoring of the energy management system in line with the programme for energy conservation and act on defects in; liaison with Estates Managers/Head of Estates.

Supervise, communicate with and develop Maintenance Support Workers, new starters and apprentices and assess/evaluate the quality of their work. The post holder shall also support the provision of professional supervision, induction, and training of new starters, apprentices, and Maintenance staff as part of a personal development program.

The post holder must notify the Estates Managers of any members of staff, patients or visitors who may contravene hospital regulations and will be expected to undertake investigations, disciplinary and sickness meetings, and reviews as part of their day-to-day duties. Undertake the annual appraisal and performance of trade staff, review and identify development needs, and agree plans and funding with the Head of Estates. The post holder is required to work hours as necessary to ensure continuity of service. Raise service contracts and monitor contractors, comply with trust financial instructions (SFl)'s and financial policies i.e. competitive tendering/quotations, raising orders within authorised limits, authorising of invoice payments etc.

Person Specification

Special Knowledge / Skills

Essential

  • Has interpersonal and presentation skills
  • Able to delegate and prioritise own workload and staff under direct management.
  • Ability to engage with and manage contractors working on site ensuring Health and Safety and Trust policies are adhered to.
  • Able to plan at an operational level.

Desirable

  • Organisational skills.
  • Influencing skills.
  • Able to process information to logical order.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Completed appraisal and recognised Apprenticeship.
  • Attained a recognised Advanced Craft certified qualification plus 5 years post apprenticeship experience. (e.g.) City and Guilds Qualification or NVQ level 3 maintenance engineering.
  • Relevant credited technical qualification working knowledge of requirements of Health
  • Technical Memorandum (HTM) and working towards technical qualification in specialist area to undertake full duties of the role i.e. completion of relevant HTM competent person's course(s).
  • Be willing and able to participate in ongoing training development programme within the NHS Maintenance services.

Desirable

  • Hold a current and clean driving licence
  • Authorised Person (Water
  • Attained or working towards a recognised BTEC qualification e.g. BTEC/HNC

Training

Essential

  • Completed a recognised Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Completed a Structured (i.e.) city & guilds) training programme in Mechanical Engineering discipline with a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience. (Preferably in an NHS / maintenance setting).

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to interpret detailed reports / instructions/ drawings. Capable writing reports, collating data, and presenting statistically analysed information
  • Be able to demonstrate competence in the required range of technical aspects applicable to the post
  • Demonstrate a minimum two year's previous experience within the NHS, having completed a recognised apprenticeship. Proven ability to understand and comply with detailed procedure
  • Be able to demonstrate continued training across traditional trade groups.
  • Ability to understand technical drawings and diagrams and diagnose technical faults.

Desirable

  • Experience and knowledge of NHS Estates function and operational

Integrity

Essential

  • Must be honest, trustworthy and capable of keeping work related matters confidential.

General Health

Essential

  • Physically fit, active, and have the ability to pass preemployment medical screening.
  • Capable of working in maintenance and on construction sites.
  • Working in confined spaces, cramped conditions, with contaminated equipment and high temperature, hazardous areas.

Commitment

Essential

  • Possesses commitment to work hours required to complete tasks (includes night / weekends as and when required)
  • Is punctual, reliable, flexible, and self-motivated.
  • Is able to work both as a leader and in a team.
  • Is innovative and able to actively progress improvements to the service and ensure a customer service culture Applicant must be able to deal with other technical queries when covering the on-call officers' role in line with the rota.

Desirable

  • Be able to demonstrate continued professional development and learning. Is creative and a self-starter.
Person Specification

Special Knowledge / Skills

Essential

  • Has interpersonal and presentation skills
  • Able to delegate and prioritise own workload and staff under direct management.
  • Ability to engage with and manage contractors working on site ensuring Health and Safety and Trust policies are adhered to.
  • Able to plan at an operational level.

Desirable

  • Organisational skills.
  • Influencing skills.
  • Able to process information to logical order.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Completed appraisal and recognised Apprenticeship.
  • Attained a recognised Advanced Craft certified qualification plus 5 years post apprenticeship experience. (e.g.) City and Guilds Qualification or NVQ level 3 maintenance engineering.
  • Relevant credited technical qualification working knowledge of requirements of Health
  • Technical Memorandum (HTM) and working towards technical qualification in specialist area to undertake full duties of the role i.e. completion of relevant HTM competent person's course(s).
  • Be willing and able to participate in ongoing training development programme within the NHS Maintenance services.

Desirable

  • Hold a current and clean driving licence
  • Authorised Person (Water
  • Attained or working towards a recognised BTEC qualification e.g. BTEC/HNC

Training

Essential

  • Completed a recognised Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Completed a Structured (i.e.) city & guilds) training programme in Mechanical Engineering discipline with a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience. (Preferably in an NHS / maintenance setting).

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to interpret detailed reports / instructions/ drawings. Capable writing reports, collating data, and presenting statistically analysed information
  • Be able to demonstrate competence in the required range of technical aspects applicable to the post
  • Demonstrate a minimum two year's previous experience within the NHS, having completed a recognised apprenticeship. Proven ability to understand and comply with detailed procedure
  • Be able to demonstrate continued training across traditional trade groups.
  • Ability to understand technical drawings and diagrams and diagnose technical faults.

Desirable

  • Experience and knowledge of NHS Estates function and operational

Integrity

Essential

  • Must be honest, trustworthy and capable of keeping work related matters confidential.

General Health

Essential

  • Physically fit, active, and have the ability to pass preemployment medical screening.
  • Capable of working in maintenance and on construction sites.
  • Working in confined spaces, cramped conditions, with contaminated equipment and high temperature, hazardous areas.

Commitment

Essential

  • Possesses commitment to work hours required to complete tasks (includes night / weekends as and when required)
  • Is punctual, reliable, flexible, and self-motivated.
  • Is able to work both as a leader and in a team.
  • Is innovative and able to actively progress improvements to the service and ensure a customer service culture Applicant must be able to deal with other technical queries when covering the on-call officers' role in line with the rota.

Desirable

  • Be able to demonstrate continued professional development and learning. Is creative and a self-starter.

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).

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.

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 Victoria Hospital

whinney heys road

blackpool

FY3 8NR


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blackpool Victoria Hospital

whinney heys road

blackpool

FY3 8NR


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Deputy Head of estates

John Cardwell

john.cardwell@bfwml.co.uk

01253957625

Details

Date posted

24 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

382-ATL17-25

Job locations

Blackpool Victoria Hospital

whinney heys road

blackpool

FY3 8NR


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