We have an exciting opportunity for multi-skilled maintenance technician with a Mechanical(plumbing) bias to join our team.

You will need to be able to demonstrate commitment, enthusiasm, professionalism, working within a fast-paced healthcare environment. We are looking for an individual with the ability and willingness to work outside of their comfort zone.

Main duties of the job

The Estates Hard FM team is looking to recruit a mechanically (plumbing biased) multi-skilled technician with a rounded working knowledge of systems such as:

• Large heating systems covering various sources of supply i.e., plate heat exchangers, calorifiers and boilers. Heating distribution i.e., VT, CT and mechanical ventilation.
• Domestic hot water systems
• Mechanical ventilation plant
• Chilled water systems
• Cold water mains systems both boosted and mains supply.
• Drainage and rainwater systems.
• Water systems within a healthcare environment
• Knowledge of WRAS and HTM's

As well as having a biased towards the above mechanical systems, the successful candidate will also be expected to undertake duties on other systems that the department is responsible for, including but not limited to:

• Electrical distribution systems
• Medical gas systems
• Air conditioning systems
• Fire detection systems
• Building management systems

You will be responsible for the day-to-day repairs, PPM and operational testing for a wide range of building services and equipment located at the Trust.

You will be a keen team member and will have served a recognised apprenticeship to City and Guild/NVQ level 3 standard/BTEC-OHC/HNC or equivalent in domestic and commercial plumbing.

About us

Additional Benefits

Pay between �28,407 - �34,581 + On Call payment.

The NHS offers an excellent pension package - it is widely acknowledged as being one of the best schemes. An NHS pension includes life assurance benefits, voluntary early retirement benefits, ill health benefits and a range of other benefits. Staff also have the option to opt out of paying into the NHS Pension.

Holidays - All staff are entitled to a minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing to 29 days after 5 years' service and 33 days after 10 years' service, plus 8 general public holidays. This figure is pro rata for staff working part time.

Flexible Working / Special Leave - We understand you have a life outside work, maybe a family to care for or an elderly relative. The Trust realises the importance of striking a work life balance and actively seeks wherever possible, to offer hours and patterns of work that suit your personal circumstances. The Trust recognises that domestic and family commitments and responsibilities can hinder your ability to fulfil your work responsibilities. Practical help is available in the form of paid special leave e.g. dependant leave, compassionate leave, parental leave.

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To work appropriate to core skills and develop other skills in line the trusts requirements.

1. Service, test, diagnose, repair and calibrate advanced mechanical, electrical and electronic installations, plant and equipment.

a. Using technical manuals

b. Communicating with manufacturers and suppliers of equipment

c. Follow protocols when working in radiation & other controlled areas

d. Ordering spare parts and service materials

e. Plan and prioritise reported faults

2. Use and understanding of the building engineering management system.

a. Extracting data and printing fault reports

b. Using the information generated to prioritise work into critical and non-critical faults

c. Inform management of any serious problems which may affect the running of the hospital

d. Computer programming, modifying, and making additions to the system

e. Liaise and communicate with the systems managers

3. Attain competent person training in line with HTM 04

a. Preparing test certificates

b. Isolation and making safe areas within the hospital for contractors to carry out their work

4. Carry out performance testing of water and drainage systems as and when required.

5. Attend to fire calls and communicate with Fire Officers.

a. Determining the cause of the alarm, rectify and replace as required

b. Confirming with the Fire Officer the cause of the alarm, and signing his report

c. Report back to management and indicate any remedial action that may be required

d. Using a laptop computer to programme the fire control panels

6. Deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others

7. IT Skills.

a. Recording times of attendance

b. Creating spreadsheets to record and present information

c. Send and receive information

d. Search for information using the internet

e. Generate reports

8. Service and Maintain Air handling Units including Theatre plant.

9. Attain Medical Gas competency.

10. Service and Maintain Domestic Hot Water & Cold-Water Systems including drainage and rainwater systems.

a. Monitoring & recording of temperature readings.

b. Carry out duties in line with Trust Policy on Legionella.

11. Undertake duties of craftspersons if required.

12. Assemble, install and commission new work.

13. Use all relevant tools and equipment.

a. Hand tools, including electric drills & grinders

b. Testing & calibration instruments

14. Use and safe operation of hydraulic platforms, and roof access

a. Correct use of safety harness and equipment

15. Instruct other on all aspects of their work:

a. Represent the estates department when commissioning new equipment and pass on all relevant information to colleagues

16. Learn new techniques with training as necessary.

a. Attend training courses and update skills

17. Understand fully the relationship of craftspersons work with their own.

18. Work safely and with consideration for others.

a. Having knowledge of COSHH and Safety at work regulations

b. Safe use of hand winding gear when releasing people from passenger lifts

c. Risk assessment

19. Be aware of the needs and sensitivities and confidentially of an acute patient care and laboratory environment.

a. Personal Hygiene

b. Gowning up protocols when working in theatres and laboratories and other sensitive areas in line with Trust policy

c. Communication with patients and clinical staff when working in patient areas

20. Working in a research laboratory

a. Knowledge of all protocols when working in an extremely bio hazardous environment

21. Carry out a planned maintenance scheme

22. Participate in a On Call Rota

23. Other duties as directed

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 B Tech/HNC or equivalent

Desirable

• City and guild Level 3 in domestic and commercial plumbing

Experience

Essential

• Relevant post apprentice training.
• Relevant Experience.

Desirable

• Further experience in NHS buildings and building engineering services.

Skills

Essential

• Skilled at fault finding.
• Skilled in the use of relevant tools and materials.
• Able to prioritise work.
• Appreciation of time management to minimise departmental disruption.
• Good communication skills.

Desirable

• Skilled in the carrying out of minor repairs to building fabric.

Knowledge

Essential

• Understand the complete working of mechanical, electrical & electronic systems within building engineering services.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a NHS building/environment.

Other

Desirable

• Driving Licence / Car Owner

Values

Essential

• Flexible approach to working within an acute patient care hospital
• A good understanding of Trust Values and Behaviours and ability to demonstrate these values in the working day.

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

Estates Maintenance - E00482

Manchester

M20 4BX

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