Maintenance Craftsperson - Mechanical

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people across Bedford and Luton, offering key services such as A&E, Obstetrics‑led Maternity and Paediatrics. The Trust is committed to high quality training and development, and travel between hospital sites may be required. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received.

• Identify, diagnose and rectify faults, and carry out repairs and planned maintenance of mechanical services, plant and equipment including steam raising plant, air conditioning/ventilation systems, heating systems, water and drainage systems, macerators, catering equipment, ward equipment and decontamination equipment.
• Carry out reactive and planned maintenance of more complex building engineering services related to the core skill of the post holder.
• Fabricate, assemble, erect, install and commission new work associated with the core skill. Assist team members where other skills are involved.
• Liaise with clinical staff to arrange shutdowns and maintenance of equipment and plant.
• Carry out periodic checking, servicing and testing of plant and equipment in accordance with planned maintenance programmes and schedules.
• Work at height, use access equipment, lift and handle heavy objects, and work in enclosed spaces such as roof voids and service ducts.
• Familiarise, train or instruct others as appropriate.
• Day‑to‑day supervision of Maintenance Assistants.
• Comply with H.S.E. procedures, regulations and the Trust's Health and Safety policy, procedures and working practices.
• Abide by all infection prevention and control procedures.
• Complete all relevant paperwork systems necessary in the running of the department.
• Undertake training, where necessary, to improve skills, learn new techniques or ensure compliance with regulations or procedures.
• Participate in the on‑call arrangements providing 24‑hour cover to the hospital.
• Carry out minor duties of other trades when required such as electrical, building and carpentry.

• Time served (or equivalent experience) as mechanical fitter or plumber.
• Appropriate qualification in a relevant mechanical discipline.
• Thorough experience in the maintenance or service industries.