Maintenance Plumber (Shifts)
Be fully conversant with all types of pump and undertake in situ or bench fitting repairs of pumps, thermostatic mixing valves and water fittings. Be fully conversant with such essential equipment as macerators, washer disinfectors and waste disposal units.
Attend to breakdowns and restore to service as quickly and efficiently as possible. Undertake the safe isolation of changeover of plant in the event of failure or malfunction. Due to the hospital building structure the post holder will be required to work on and in service void areas experiencing cramped, confined spaces and abrupt temperatures changes.
Be competent in the installation and joining of all materials/types of pipework from 15 100mm. Also, all types of sanitary ware and drainage, sewerage and rainwater systems. To efficiently diagnose and rectify faults on all plant and equipment, to resolve new situations as they arise, and to pass on knowledge to others.
Be conversant with the operation and maintenance of sewage ejectors. Also the emergency department decontamination unit, taking account of internal and external infection and radiological risks. To be conversant with high temperature domestic hot water, mains cold water, high temperature hot water heating and steam heating systems.
Operate computer based building management system to monitor environmental conditions and change control parameters as necessary. Undertake training and be fully conversant with the operation and maintenance of all types of water systems, including potable water and wet cooling towers in compliance with the legionella approved code of practice [L8] and water supply regulations Develop an understanding of the complete working of all of the plumbing/water systems within the hospital and site.
This to include the efficient operations and maintenance of associated equipment and being able to instruct contractors personnel in the same. To operate the computerised building management system to maintain the appropriate environmental conditions and promote efficient use of energy.Undertake the necessary training and undertake specialist repairs and installation of 40mm 150mm borosilicate glass drainage systems. Keep up-to-date on new techniques and job practices, undertaking training as necessary and attending training courses as and when required.
Assist fitters in emergencies or when required. The post holder will undertake any other duties that may reasonably be required. To actively participate in governance activities to ensure that the highest standards of care and business conduct are achieved.