An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Laundry Lead Engineer based at Llansamlet Laundry.
The role will involve the day-to-day line management of the maintenance department, coordinating and overseeing a full range of maintenance activities in the plant, such as the day-to-day running of the PPM system, organizing installations, upkeep of stock, ordering spare parts, and managing onsite contractors.
Duties will include managing staff and resources within their allocated department to achieve optimum plant performance as prescribed by laundry management, and coordinating service requirements with the Laundry Manager and Deputy.
The post holder will assume responsibility for monitoring the quality of work produced within the section and will be instrumental in motivating staff and identifying and providing support for the training and development of engineering staff. The post holder will also be the lead for Health and Safety standards on site.
The initial hours worked for this role will be Monday to Friday, 7:30 to 15:30; however, the hours may vary based on the needs of the service and could include working between the two current shift patterns, as well as covering for leave and sickness of other department members. This includes weekend work and working 12-hour days. The successful candidate will also be responsible for cover if additional hours are required in the plant and for supporting other LPU's within the All-Wales Laundry Service.
Main duties of the job
The Lead Engineer must have served a recognized apprenticeship in either mechanical or electrical disciplines, completed a relevant City & Guilds craft certificate course, and possess a sound knowledge of trade principles and practices.
They must have a thorough understanding of Engineering maintenance systems and have significant experience, demonstrating high versatility and flexibility while keeping abreast of technical knowledge associated with a healthcare environment.
Responsibilities include:
1. Providing technical information and advising other staff groups on maintenance issues that may impact service delivery.
2. Managing, planning, and prioritizing maintenance or minor works activities on a day-to-day and long-term basis.
3. Ensuring that the workforce is gainfully employed at all times.
4. Possessing the necessary IT skills to enter and manipulate data associated with the Frontline maintenance management system and electronic procurement system.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility, and Innovating.
Our organization encourages an agile working approach and prides itself on being a learning organization motivated by continuous improvement.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity, and inclusion, focusing on the well-being and belonging of our people.
Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer, and guidance on the application process please visit our website.
NWSSP works in an agile way where possible; all posts will have a contractual base, but as part of agile ways of working, that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Post graduate/diploma or equivalent level of knowledge acquired through courses and experience in construction or engineering subject.
* Professional knowledge of a full range of trade procedures acquired through a 4-year accredited training course on required equipment; level 3 vocational qualification or equivalent plus relevant training or equivalent experience, plus additional training and developed skills e.g., pneumatics/hydraulics.
* Experience in Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance and able to demonstrate versatility and flexibility along with a range of work procedures, practices underpinned by theory or practical experience.
* Specialist knowledge of industrial laundry maintenance and evidence of significant CPD.
* Healthcare engineering-related CPD.
* Recognized qualifications in both Mechanical and Electrical Engineering. Qualifications and experience attained in hydraulics, pneumatics, PLC programming, and steam generator control systems.
Experience
* Experience of Health and Safety management practices, including the development and implementation of risk management schedules and safe systems of work.
* Experience of planning and implementing a planned preventive maintenance schedule.
* Experience of working within a complex engineering service industry in one or more areas of specialist engineering maintenance. Completion of a structured training program/18th Edition/Gas Safe or F-Gas Qualification. Able to work on own initiative.
* Previous experience of working within the NHS.
* Experience of implementing performance management systems, including IIP, KPIs, etc.
* Familiarity with Fire Alarm Systems, compressors, and industrial laundry equipment.
* Well-developed interpersonal, communication, and negotiating skills to include staff of all disciplines both internally and externally, able to effectively chair meetings.
* Articulate and numerate. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
* Demonstrate leadership of teams and individuals. Able to deal with suppliers and rectify disputes.
* Ability to speak Welsh.
* IT literate on Microsoft Office Packages.
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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