Job summary
- To undertake routine maintenance work and minor repair work, across the Royal United Hospital Site as directed.
- Work with and assist qualified staff in maintenance works.
- The job description is intended to provide a broad outline of the main responsibilities only. The post holder is required to be flexible in developing their role in agreement with their designated manager.
Main duties of the job
- To carry out inspections, tests, repairs, installations, as directed on trust properties, plant and infrastructure.
- To undertake work as identified on works dockets allocated to you completing the works docket legibly in accordance with the Estates procedure.
- To report Faults identified either when carrying out routine checks /planned preventative Maintenance or in the course of the normal working day.
- To undertake planned preventative maintenance checks and complete report sheets legibly as required, in accordance with trust procedures and policies.
- To identify parts and or equipment required to carry out designated work and use Estates Stores system to obtain required items in accordance with Trust Standing Financial Instructions.
- To investigate technical failures as directed and identify the permanent repair required, to ensure ongoing reliability and statutory compliance.
- To assist other estate staff at all levels with technical works and technical problem solving where requested.
- To adhere to the trust procedures where "permit to work " is in place
- To book time worked and notes on all jobs using the handheld computerised CAFM system app. Also to use any other computer systems required to undertake works.
About us
At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person Specification
Form
Essential
- City & Guilds/Apprenticeship, relevant certification or equivalent experience or... Demonstrable in-depth knowledge and experience working within a healthcare environment
- Range of routine work procedures requiring job training Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems and tools; gained through training and induction, part qualification or equivalent
Desirable
- Trained in health and safety Member of various technical institutes ie. IHEEM, HEFMA, CIBSE etc.
- Experience working in a similar role Good knowledge of energy efficient working practices
Form & Interview
Essential
- Values and respects others, treats everyone as an individual, is non-judgemental Motivated to be genuinely kind and caring Helps and co-operates with colleagues Pro-active and takes responsibility Willing to learn, open to change Motivated to make a difference in whatever way they can Takes pride in themselves, their appearance, their role and where they work.
- Able to use combination of fine hand tools and power tools Able to fault find using own initiative
Interview
Essential
- Physical Skills - Physical skills obtained through practice. Use of hand tools, standard driving Physical effort - Occasional/ frequent moderate effort for several long periods; occasional intense effort for several short periods Heavy repairs, move equipment; move heavy materials, boiler casings Emotional effort & Key stressors - Exposure to emotional or distressing situations is rare/occasional. Contact with terminally ill patients on wards
- Work in hot, cold and dirty environments, in plant rooms and external areas Working off ladders and on roof tops Working with PPE as required in contaminated areas
Person Specification
Form
Essential
- City & Guilds/Apprenticeship, relevant certification or equivalent experience or... Demonstrable in-depth knowledge and experience working within a healthcare environment
- Range of routine work procedures requiring job training Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems and tools; gained through training and induction, part qualification or equivalent
Desirable
- Trained in health and safety Member of various technical institutes ie. IHEEM, HEFMA, CIBSE etc.
- Experience working in a similar role Good knowledge of energy efficient working practices
Form & Interview
Essential
- Values and respects others, treats everyone as an individual, is non-judgemental Motivated to be genuinely kind and caring Helps and co-operates with colleagues Pro-active and takes responsibility Willing to learn, open to change Motivated to make a difference in whatever way they can Takes pride in themselves, their appearance, their role and where they work.
- Able to use combination of fine hand tools and power tools Able to fault find using own initiative
Interview
Essential
- Physical Skills - Physical skills obtained through practice. Use of hand tools, standard driving Physical effort - Occasional/ frequent moderate effort for several long periods; occasional intense effort for several short periods Heavy repairs, move equipment; move heavy materials, boiler casings Emotional effort & Key stressors - Exposure to emotional or distressing situations is rare/occasional. Contact with terminally ill patients on wards
- Work in hot, cold and dirty environments, in plant rooms and external areas Working off ladders and on roof tops Working with PPE as required in contaminated areas
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.
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.
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
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Building E9, Combe Park
Bath
BA1 3NG
Employer's website
https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
