Maintenance Supervisor (Electrical)

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

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Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, conscientious and dedicated Maintenance Supervisor (Electrical) to manage and supervise a team of engineering craftsperson responsible for the maintenance and repair of electrical plant and equipment at buildings maintained by CHoICE Facilities Services.

CHoICE delivers a range of services including both Hard and Soft FM, and it is the Hard FM element (Estates) that we are seeking to recruit. CHoICE currently delivers services across a number of premises within South Tyneside and Sunderland. Very much One Team, but geographically based to provide responsive services, we have a vacancy for a Mechanical Supervisor (South Tyneside based). The successful applicant will lead and supervise a highly motivated and experienced Electrical team, and this role offers an exciting opportunity for development.

The post holder will be required to be flexible and have a wide ranging knowledge of electrical systems to support and ensure the completion of maintenance, repair and installation activities can be completed in the most efficient and effective manner. As part of a highly diverse role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to manage and oversee task completions linked to a large scale low voltage system within a large Acute Trust. Typical systems include: general power and lighting systems, emergency lighting systems, nurse call systems, operating light systems, generator power systems, swipe access and BMS controls.

Main duties of the job

All applicants must have a positive, friendly and co-operative manner whilst being prepared to be flexible to meet the service needs of the Trust. The role will require the applicant to use their own initiative when planning and organising engineering staffs workloads as well as supporting varied craft persons and maintenance staff during the completion of a range of problem solving scenarios to allow for a satisfactory outcome.

Whilst adapting to the changing demands of the role, the post holder will be required to mindful of key performance indicators when allocating and overseeing the completion of planned and reactive tasks. The ability to introduce and develop new localised systems/procedures will be key, to ensure that health and safety and statutory and regulatory compliance is achieved and never compromised. In order to achieve this, you will be supported by a team of Estates Officers and managers.

Successful applicants will need to have a knowledge of mechanical and building related systems with a detailed knowledge of electrical systems typically found within an NHS Trust. Completion of a City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 in electrical engineering or equivalent is essential as well as the completion of a formally recognised, relevant and accredited apprenticeship.

The role will also require the participation in the current electrical on-call rota and undertake overtime when the service needs dictate for which appropriate payments will be made.

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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). Based at Sunderland Royal Hospital, providing a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists.

Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.

Note we will not accept applications found to be AI generated.

Date posted

18 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£31,976 to £38,926 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

M9155-Z-EA-1024-79-1

Job locations

South Tyneside District Hospital

Harton Lane

South Shields

Tyne and Wear

NE34 0PL

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

The role will require the post holder to supervise, manage and give engineering advice to a range of engineering maintenance staff to ensure the efficient and effective completion or planned and reactive tasks at properties managed by CHoICE.

Working under the management of an Electrical Estates Officer, the post holder will be appointed and carry out Authorised Person and Competent Person duties, for CHoICE, to meet the needs of the service in accordance with HTM 00 and ensure high standards of safety at all times.

As part of this appointment, the post holder will be responsible for the execution of allocated Minor New Works and small capital schemes as directed.

Based at South Tyneside District Hospital site, and required to work at other properties managed by CHoICE when the need arises. The post holder will participate in the relevant out of hours and electrical on-call rota arrangement to provide essential site attendance and coverage.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

As part of this appointment, the post holder will be responsible for the execution of allocated Minor New Works and small capital schemes as directed.

Person Specification

Attitude

Essential

Ability to remain professional when faced with difficult situations.
Self-motivated, versatile and flexible attitude to work.
Ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

Essential

Basic Numeracy & Literacy skills.
Knowledge & understanding of relevant engineering regulations and guidance.
BTEC ONC or City & Guilds Level 2 & 3.
Knowledge and experience of industrial electrical systems and areas.
Computer / IT skills.

Desirable

Knowledge and experience of water and associated electrical systems and the associated permit to work system.
Knowledge and experience of sterilisation (HTM01).
Knowledge and experience of Legionella (HTM04).
Management qualification / BTEC HNC.

Physical/Mental Abilities

Essential

Highly developed accurate manual dexterity skills.
Logical thinker.
Ability to work on more than one project / task simultaneously.
Ability to adapt to the changing demands of the role.
Ability to develop & build effective team working and using own initiative.
Participate in Emergency On Call rota.

Experience

Essential

Completed a 4 year engineering / electrical apprenticeship.
A minimum of 5 years post apprenticeship experience in engineering.
Detailed knowledge of modern building services.
Knowledge of relevant H & S legislation gained through specialist training courses.

Desirable

Supervisory experience &/or qualifications.
Certificate in Management Studies or equivalent.
Experience of NHS engineering.

Skills

Essential

Ability to cascade information to the internal and external customer.
Ability to manage & supervise tasks / working to deadlines.
Keyboard / IT skills.

Person Specification

Attitude

Essential

Ability to remain professional when faced with difficult situations.
Self-motivated, versatile and flexible attitude to work.
Ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

Essential

Basic Numeracy & Literacy skills.
Knowledge & understanding of relevant engineering regulations and guidance.
BTEC ONC or City & Guilds Level 2 & 3.
Knowledge and experience of industrial electrical systems and areas.
Computer / IT skills.

Desirable

Knowledge and experience of water and associated electrical systems and the associated permit to work system.
Knowledge and experience of sterilisation (HTM01).
Knowledge and experience of Legionella (HTM04).
Management qualification / BTEC HNC.

Physical/Mental Abilities

Essential

Highly developed accurate manual dexterity skills.
Logical thinker.
Ability to work on more than one project / task simultaneously.
Ability to adapt to the changing demands of the role.
Ability to develop & build effective team working and using own initiative.
Participate in Emergency On Call rota.

Experience

Essential

Completed a 4 year engineering / electrical apprenticeship.
A minimum of 5 years post apprenticeship experience in engineering.
Detailed knowledge of modern building services.
Knowledge of relevant H & S legislation gained through specialist training courses.

Desirable

Supervisory experience &/or qualifications.
Certificate in Management Studies or equivalent.
Experience of NHS engineering.

Skills

Essential

Ability to cascade information to the internal and external customer.
Ability to manage & supervise tasks / working to deadlines.
Keyboard / IT skills.

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.