General Maintenance Assistant – Mechanical (Shift Working)

Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust | Bournemouth | findajob.dwp.gov.uk |
A Vacancy at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust.

University Hospitals Dorset are looking to recruit a General Maintenance Assistant - Mechanical (Shift working) to work as part of their Estates team on the Royal Bournemouth Hospital site.

The General Maintenance Assistant Mechanical (Shift working) works as part of a team that covers the hospital mechanical and plumbing systems and equipment 7 days per week and is responsible for the day-to-day repairs, operation and first line response of the Trust mechanical and plumbing equipment and systems.

You will operate and maintain the Trusts mechanical and plumbing equipment & systems including but not limited to unblocking basins, sinks, wc's and drains and heating and hot & cold water systems (including thermostatic mixer valve servicing), water temperature monitoring duties, ventilation & air conditioning systems and other mechanical and plumbing systems and equipment found in the healthcare environment, in an economic, efficient and safe manner, in accordance with legislation and agreed standards.

Note: this will entail participation in the boiler house shift rota and out of normal hours on call.

The post holder will have a full Driving licence ( vehicle group A ).

Additional contact information:Anthony Richards, Estates Officer (Mechanical) 0300 019 4199

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Interview Date: TBC

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

The successful applicant will need to demonstrate an keen understanding of all modern general mechanical and plumbing maintenance activities, both reactive and planned; they will require a willingness to learn, be a dedicated team player and have a proven track record.

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.
 •  The post holder will be responsible for the servicing, maintenance and repair of the building fabric and building services installations within the trust in line with current policies and procedures.
 •  The post holder will carry out basic servicing, repairs and fault finding on mechanical and plumbing equipment.
 •  The post holder will carry out the clearing of blockages in drainage pipework and cleaning of gullies, grates and traps.
 •  The post holder will carry out any other duties within the Estates function which may be required by the General & Estates Manager within the scope of the individual’s competence or as laid down in agreements between the Department of Health and Social Security and Trade Unions

This advert closes on Monday 27 May 2024
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