Mechanical Engineer/Fitter

Job description

Job responsibilities

To carry out maintenance work within a safe environment and to a highquality across the full range of Engineering services, plant, equipment, andbuilding fabric which will involve the use of fine hand instrumentation andcalibration of equipment.

Have the ability to interpret technical detailed manuals, undertake complexfault diagnose using cause effect analysis, repair and test complex TrustEngineering installations, plant and equipment and building elements. Thisincludes Environmental Building Management Systems, Lifts, Plumbing,glazing, Steam and LPHW and CW Systems , Ventilation /AC systems,Laundry and Catering Equipment, Fire systems , Gas systems. Assist incommissioning, problem solve new technical services and communicatetechnical knowledge to others, particularly in the safe use of equipment.

Be conversant with the current edition of the Electrical Safety Code for Low Voltage Systems for Competent Persons.

Plan and organise the maintenance work associated with the post holdersresponsibilities.

Work within the Facilities Managements Information System and to adhere to all managerial requirements.

Maintain records of work carried out in accordance with working practices.

Ensure the security of all plant, equipment and buildings under thejurisdiction of the Maintenance Department.

Supervise, communicate and develop Maintenance support workers andassess/evaluate the quality of the work.

The post holder shall support the provision of professional supervision,induction training of new starters, Apprentices and other Maintenance staff as part of a Personal Development Programme.

Carry out building fabric installation improvement works.

Drive Trust vehicles to assist in the collection and delivery of maintenanceitems and service delivery in accordance with the Trust Transport Policy

Undertake training where necessary and to learn new techniques across arange of core trade areas.

To support, advise and action Policy and Safe Working Procedures.

Be an active member of the Hospital Fire and Major Incident Team

Assist in the Statutory testing programme to ensure compliance with current legislation.

To work in potentially hazardous areas, confined spaces and contaminatedequipment taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury andprevent damage all in accordance with the Trust and Department Healthand Safety Policies and Safe Working Procedures.

To report any building, plant and equipment failures and request in writing for the supply of goods or services taking reference to Maintenance manuals, manufacturers data etc.

The post holder shall assist in the maintenance of stock levels.

To liaise with Wards and Department staff to ensure the requested complex and routine work is specified correctly to meet the users needs, provided efficiently and completed within the agreed priority response periods.

The post holder shall promptly respond to unpredictable incidents andemergency requests received via Hospital Bleep and or mobile communications.

To assist in site based surveys, including the reporting of defects. The post holder shall also assist in ensuring the full utilisation of the BuildingManagement System.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Attained a recognised City and Guilds Advanced Craft certified qualification or equivalent plus significant post apprenticeship experience
• NVQ level 3 maintenance engineering or equivalent
• Be willing and able to participate in an ongoing training development programme within NHS Maintenance services
• Hold a current UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Attained or working towards a recognised BTEC/HNC recognised qualification or equivalent
• Completed and hold a recognised and certified Supervisory /Leadership/Management qualification
• Relevant accredited NVQ and NHS Technical Qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Be able to demonstrate competence in the required range of technical aspects applicable to the post.
• Demonstrate a minimum of twelve months previous experience in a maintenance craft role within a large site environment having completed a recognised building/engineering apprenticeship.
• Proven ability to understand detailed procedures ,concentrate and understand technical drawings and diagrams and diagnose technical faults
• Be able to demonstrate an ability to manage priorities under pressure
• Be able to problem solve and rectify faults to fit for purpose standards
• Be able to demonstrate an ability to manage priorities under pressure

Desirable

• Be able to demonstrate some continued training across traditional trade groups

Communication

Essential

• Clear and accurate written and verbal communication skills. Able to listen effectively

Desirable

• Ability to relate to people at all levels within and beyond the Trust

Flexbility

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to cover in the department and provide reasonable flexibility in terms of hours worked
• Proven ability to adapt to change
• Proven ability to work in a team, be supportive of team members

Learning ability

Essential

• Proven ability to adapt to new ideas, knowledge and skills
• Develop the ability to use own initiative and work under supervision

Other skills

Essential

• Proven ability to keep information confidential

Desirable

• Demonstrable team leading qualities
• Actively seeks to develop their own knowledge, skills and ability
• Have external interests outside of the scope of the job

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).

Employer details

Employer name

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Burnley General Teaching Hospital

Casterton Avenue/Briercliffe Road

Burnley

BB10 2PQ

Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)