Support the Mechanical trades operations and maintenance work across the Trust's sites as directed by line management. This includes activities that are demanding and/or non-routine, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards, policies and procedures.
Liaise with the Small Works Manager and Capital Team regarding Planned work programmes including any responsive action required for isolations, shut-downs and other subjects depending on competence.
Implementation of the planned and reactive maintenance programmes for the Trust to ensure compliance with key standards, both legislative and performance related (as defined through Service Level Agreement) - also meeting where necessary the requirements of the NHSLA.
Exchange mechanical project-related information with specialists and non-specialists to inform safety matters with contractors and suppliers.
Take responsibility for the evaluation of safety measures and the impact of works and the communication of risks to staff, colleagues, and patients, ensuring appropriate escalation to senior management as required.
Main duties of the job
* Deputise for the Estates Mechanical Manager regarding line management of the mechanical operational staff at the Heading Hospitals sites as per management structure chart
* Supervise trade works applicable to mechanical disciplines, i.e. ventilation, ductwork, extracts, heating, cooling/chiller, plumbing and water;
* Directly supervise the mechanical operational staff at the Heading Hospitals sites as per management structure chart;
* Assist with the recruitment and selection of staff;
* Supervise works carried out in hazardous areas taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment. Ensure risk assessments are completed as appropriate.
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties please kindly refer to the Job Description and Personal Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachments in the advert.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
* Degree in Building Services/Mechanical Engineering, related discipline or equivalent experience.
* Must have additional post-graduate level knowledge either through relevant post graduate diploma level or equivalent experience
EXPERIENCE
* Substantial full-time experience gained from working in a complex environment.
* Knowledge of maintenance methodologies
* Knowledge of Estates specific legislation
* Line management, training and facilitation experience.
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
* Able to use small tools and carry out fine adjustments to mechanical systems on a regular basis
* Able to carry out routine and emergency maintenance on engineering and building systems on a routine basis
* Occasionally lift heavy loads, with support of lifting equipment where appropriate
* Able to concentrate for long periods on complex issues and work with detailed information
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
* Full current UK driving licence
* Ability to work internal rotation
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.
£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
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