Multi Skilled Technician - Mechanical

1.1. The post holder will undertake complex planned and non-routine reactive maintenance work and repairs to maintain the building engineering plant, equipment and systems to a high standard throughout the Trust, in order to ensure safe operation, serviceability and compliance with statutory and Mandatory regulations. This will include support to other Estates Operatives and the Estates Helpdesk.

1.2. Under management direction and in conjunction with the Estates Officers plan, lead and deliver the repair and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) of mechanical and electrical services.

1.3. The post is a "hands-on" position and the post holder will possess the skills to carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks as part of the role in leading, supporting and training the team and its designated activities to ensure compliance with statute and best practice.

1.4. Support the development of a multi-skilled approach to the provision of mechanical/electrical services.

1.5. To undertake "Competent Person" duties for Mechanical and water systems as defined in HTM's.

The post holder will respond to Helpdesk reactive maintenance/breakdown calls and carry out remedial works as necessary, providing accurate feedback information to customer and Helpdesk

Main duties of the job

1.1. Diagnose and solve a wide range of complex technical issues and repair faults in mechanical and engineering installation, plant and equipment, finding solutions and pass on knowledge to others.

1.2. Completion of all designated maintenance tasks in line with statutory requirements, and to a high standard.

1.3. Following appropriate assessment and training, will be appointed by the Trust and act as a Competent Person for a range of systems including Ventilation, Water and LV electrical systems.

1.4. Carry out repairs, maintain and efficiently run plant and equipment and use multi-faceted equipment.

1.5. To support the Estates Officer (operations). This may require participation in meetings, communication with contractors and advice on site arrangements and engineering systems issues in relation to surveys by external agencies and surveyors.

1.6. Liaise with company representatives regarding the operation, repair and servicing of specialist equipment and implement contracts as necessary to ensure the best service with respect to cost, quality and performance is achieved.

1.7. To report to their line manager any maintenance defects observed, faulty or damaged equipment and forward any suggestions they may have to improve the maintenance service.

1.8. Maintain sustained focus during complex fault-finding tasks, effectively managing unpredictable inspections and responding promptly to emergency interruptions without compromising accuracy.

About us

Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.

We specialise in conditions of the eyes (corneoplastics), hands, head and neck cancer and skin cancer, reconstructive breast surgery, maxillofacial surgery and prosthetics, providing regional and national services in these areas of clinical expertise. Our world-leading clinical teams also treat more common conditions of the eyes, hands, skin, and teeth for the people of East Grinstead and the surrounding areas. In addition, QVH provides a minor injuries unit, expert therapies, a sleep service, and a growing portfolio of community-based services. Patients consistently rate QVH amongst the top hospitals in the country for quality of care.

Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.

Job responsibilities

1.1. The post holder will be part of the on-call roster responding to emergency calls from the on-call manager and provide an effective and timely out of hours emergency repair service to a range of engineering systems, taking appropriate action to make safe or repair, communicating and advising those affected, i.e. staff, patients, visitors etc.

1.2. Maintain and Control stock levels of all spares.

1.3. To work under management guidance without direct supervision or as part of a team and in conjunction and co-operation with contractors on site to assess, prioritise, organise and perform the required work.

1.4. Coordinating activities with other works disciplines to ensure efficient and safe working practices are achieved and observed at all times.

1.5. Carry out risk assessments to ensure compliance with Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA). Carry out remedial works as required.

1.6. Ensure compliance in line with all processes/procedures and policies that meet organisational standards/requirements including but not limited to our Health & Safety Policy/HSE/HTMs (Health Technical Memoranda). Ensuring new or revised policies are implemented within own work areas.

1.7. As directed by the Head of Estates / Works Officers / Line Manager, to manage, coordinate or supervise works with external contractors or colleague teams as required to complete tasks in line with schedules of works.

Person SpecificationApplication Form, Interview and Multiple Choice Test Paper

• NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Engineering or equivalent/Apprenticeship, City & Guilds, BTEC, HNC/HND
• Water Regulations or Unvented Cylinders
• Working within the requirements of method statements or permit to work
• Experience of working in an acute hospital
• Good Understanding of the responsibilities under health & safety legislation
• Trade skills in both core competency and that of other trade sets

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.

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