Carry out own dynamic Risk Assessments for all elements of work including manual handling Produce generic Risk Assessments as required for all elements of work including manual handling Supervise and organise Estates work taking place in a Clinical environment, including the allocation of resources as appropriate Work autonomously as required by utilising the Works Management System to allocate PPM and reactive work requests Liaise with area users to organise shutdowns of critical and complex patient support systems To communicate effectively with Wards and Departments in relation to Estates issues utilising written and/or verbal communication methods to ensure standards of service delivery are maintained and the service user is fully informed of works affecting their areas of responsibility Interpret and work from all instructions, drawings and specifications in electrical installations, plant and equipment, to deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others. Support in the writing of job descriptions for new PPM items utilising Manufacturers instructions and best practice guidance Have a thorough knowledge across a range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practical experience. Manufacture, design, assemble, erect and install new work often using own judgement regarding a range of complex equipment, requiring accuracy and precision. Problem solving of technical issues and fault diagnosis on complex Electrical systems. Observe statutory and other relevant requirements in particular to Health & Safety and Codes of Practice applicable to Operational Services. Learn new techniques and undergo training as necessary. The post holder will be expected to help develop policies, procedures and practices in relation to work area as appropriate Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance and Day to Day duties on all types of electrical plant and equipment including, fire alarm systems, batteries, uninterruptible power supplies and IPS systems. Utilise the Works Management System for recording, updating and auditing estates records and the compilation of Plant Histories. Carry out surveys for future maintenance, alterations or improvements including the preparation and compilation of technical reports. Carry out induction of new starters when required. Carry out assessments of Apprentice/Students work ensuring compliance and standards of workmanship are in-line with legislation/national guidelines Perform a wide range of work of other estates trades as appropriate to their range of work e.g. multi-skilling. Have a good understanding of the relationship of other estates trades. Instruct others on aspects of his/her work relating to their core trade. Carry Trust communication devices (PDAs) to facilitate immediate response to reactive requests, planned maintenance and emergency breakdowns. Participate in some out-of-hours work and be prepared to work such hours that may be required in an emergency. Any other duties as may be reasonably required by line management commensurate with the grades of the post. Respond to switchboard and building management system alarms. eg. Fire alarms, lift trappings, Medical Gas Alarms, Boiler Alarms. Work to and interpret Health Technical Memorandums as relevant to core trade eg 02 (Medical Gases), 04 (Legionella), 06 - 02 (LV Safety Code). Use BMS system for first line plant fault diagnosis and plant performance monitoring. Use of electronic devices to monitor and analyse reports from complex Building Management System and Security Systems and equipment to include data collection, first line diagnostics, performance analysis and maintenance. Control the action of untrained and unskilled individuals during the release of trapped lift passengers and whilst doing so take full responsibility for the safety of these passengers, on completion call out lift service engineers and liaise whilst they are on site