Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, conscientious
and dedicated maintenance craftsperson (Mechanical) to join a team
of engineering craftsperson responsible for the maintenance and repair of
mechanical plant and equipment at buildings maintained by CHoICE Facilities
Services. The role will require the post holder to undertake the role of Competent
Person (CP) as defined within Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) 00 for multiple
engineer services and support CHoICE to meet its statutory, mandatory and best
practice commitments to its existing partners.
As
part of the role, the post holder will be required to be flexible and have a
wide ranging knowledge of mechanical systems to ensure maintenance, repair and
installation activities can be completed in the most efficient and effective
manner whilst providing the best possible services. As part of a highly diverse
role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to operate and
maintain large scale mechanical system which includes: AHUs, LTHW systems,
steam plant, pressure systems, medical gas system, refrigeration plant and BMS
control.
The role will also require the participation in
the current CFS rolling 365 day shift pattern/system. The role will also
require participation within the current on-call rota and undertake overtime
when the service needs dictate for which appropriate payments will be made.
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
undertaking a range of problem solving scenarios to allow for a satisfactory
outcome whilst adapting to the changing demands of the role. Furthermore, the
post holder will be required to provide
technical advice, guidance and where necessary supervision to other CFS staff,
contractors and Trust colleagues alike.
Successful applicants will need to
have a knowledge of electrical systems with a detailed knowledge of mechanical
and plumbing systems typically found within an NHS Trust. Completion of a City
& Guilds/NVQ Level 3 in mechanical engineering or equivalent is essential
as well as the completion of a formally recognised, relevant and accredited
apprenticeship.
Expected
earnings is not intended to provide a guarantee of earnings.
The base
salary is £30,309
£36,896. However, as the role will require the
participation within an on call rota, shift rota and require the completion of
overtime (call outs / planned / Emergency) additional monetary rewards will be
generated as part of the role.
The
expected earning has been established from actual earnings earned within
2022/23 and are based upon similar roles within the organisation. Expected
earnings are an obtained average, it will be typical to earn more/less than
this amount.
About us
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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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role will be
required to undertake the: installation, commission, maintenance, service and
repair of a full range of engineering related building fabric, equipment and
installations at properties maintained by CHoICE Facilities Services. The role
will witness a primary focus predominantly on mechanical works, however the
post holder may be required to diversify into other engineering and building
trades. Furthermore, the post holder will provide a lead technical role within
the Department to undertake supervisory/management duties of other direct
employed labour force including contractors.
PLEASE SEE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FURTHER DETAILS
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role will be
required to undertake the: installation, commission, maintenance, service and
repair of a full range of engineering related building fabric, equipment and
installations at properties maintained by CHoICE Facilities Services. The role
will witness a primary focus predominantly on mechanical works, however the
post holder may be required to diversify into other engineering and building
trades. Furthermore, the post holder will provide a lead technical role within
the Department to undertake supervisory/management duties of other direct
employed labour force including contractors.
PLEASE SEE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FURTHER DETAILS
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic numeracy & literacy skills to level 1 or equivalent
- Basic IT Skills
- BTEC/ONC, City & Guilds or NVQ level 3 or equivalent in suitable engineering related discipline
- Completion of recognised and accredited apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline
- Completion of specialist engineering related training via formulised training or suitable experience
Desirable
- City & Guilds Quarterly testing of large porous load sterilisers
- City & Guilds Quarterly Testing of Washers Disinfectors
- Legionella Management Competent person certificate
- HVAC Competent Person Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing systems typically found within a large NHS Acute Trust
- Detailed knowledge and experience of mechanical system requirements and regulations typically found within large NHS Acute Trust acquired through qualifications and relevant experience
- Complex fault diagnosis required, interpreting technical issues and formulating technical solutions to improve performance and maintain the service
- Have suitable and sufficient experience as a competent person to a level able to accept a permit to work from an authorised person
Desirable
- Experience of working within an NHS Hospital Environment
- Experience of operating Building Management Systems (BMS)
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Able to use his/her own initiative when undertaking a range of problem solving scenarios to allow for a satisfactory completion
- To have the ability to adapt to the changing demands of the role including the reaction to emergency situations
- Able to prioritising his/her own workload and workloads of others ensuring that high quality patient care and SLA targets are achieved
- Regularly provide and receive routine information and on occasion complex or sensitive information with a range Estates work colleagues, other Trust colleagues and external Trust/CFS contacts
- Self-motivated with a desire to improve current practices
- Understand and sympathise with issues relating to clinical staff/patients where Estates works have an impact on the clinical
- Able to operate and use computer systems such as; electronic asbestos register, labour management system, pneumatic tube system, building management system, fire alarm system
- Able to adopt a flexible approach to working hours and on-call shift requirements
Desirable
- Knowledge of HTMs
- Knowledge of planned preventative maintenance systems
- Knowledge of building management systems (BMS)
Physical Skills
Essential
- Is able to travel and work at all Trust sites
- Is able to have the ability to undertake moderate physical activities for long periods throughout a typical working day
- Is able to complete tasks which require short intensive bursts of effort before returning to moderate physical
- Undertake regular moving and handling activities
- Requirement for highly developed physical dexterity, for hand and eye co-ordination and manipulation of fine tools
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic numeracy & literacy skills to level 1 or equivalent
- Basic IT Skills
- BTEC/ONC, City & Guilds or NVQ level 3 or equivalent in suitable engineering related discipline
- Completion of recognised and accredited apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline
- Completion of specialist engineering related training via formulised training or suitable experience
Desirable
- City & Guilds Quarterly testing of large porous load sterilisers
- City & Guilds Quarterly Testing of Washers Disinfectors
- Legionella Management Competent person certificate
- HVAC Competent Person Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing systems typically found within a large NHS Acute Trust
- Detailed knowledge and experience of mechanical system requirements and regulations typically found within large NHS Acute Trust acquired through qualifications and relevant experience
- Complex fault diagnosis required, interpreting technical issues and formulating technical solutions to improve performance and maintain the service
- Have suitable and sufficient experience as a competent person to a level able to accept a permit to work from an authorised person
Desirable
- Experience of working within an NHS Hospital Environment
- Experience of operating Building Management Systems (BMS)
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Able to use his/her own initiative when undertaking a range of problem solving scenarios to allow for a satisfactory completion
- To have the ability to adapt to the changing demands of the role including the reaction to emergency situations
- Able to prioritising his/her own workload and workloads of others ensuring that high quality patient care and SLA targets are achieved
- Regularly provide and receive routine information and on occasion complex or sensitive information with a range Estates work colleagues, other Trust colleagues and external Trust/CFS contacts
- Self-motivated with a desire to improve current practices
- Understand and sympathise with issues relating to clinical staff/patients where Estates works have an impact on the clinical
- Able to operate and use computer systems such as; electronic asbestos register, labour management system, pneumatic tube system, building management system, fire alarm system
- Able to adopt a flexible approach to working hours and on-call shift requirements
Desirable
- Knowledge of HTMs
- Knowledge of planned preventative maintenance systems
- Knowledge of building management systems (BMS)
Physical Skills
Essential
- Is able to travel and work at all Trust sites
- Is able to have the ability to undertake moderate physical activities for long periods throughout a typical working day
- Is able to complete tasks which require short intensive bursts of effort before returning to moderate physical
- Undertake regular moving and handling activities
- Requirement for highly developed physical dexterity, for hand and eye co-ordination and manipulation of fine tools
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.
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).
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.
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).
