Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
To complete pre-planned maintenance and service of electrical equipment and engineering services within the Trust's establishments.
Main Duties of the Job
As a team member of a multi-disciplined workforce, you will undertake work associated with engineering plant, building fabric, and equipment within the Trust's establishments. You will follow departmental and Trust operating policies and procedures, guided by building and Health & Safety Regulations. This role requires close collaboration with the Estates Officer while being capable of working independently without regular supervision.
About Us
Our mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways that matter to them, so we are seeking outstanding people who share our Trust values of teamwork, integrity, respect, and excellence. On joining our Trust, you will be welcomed into a friendly and supportive environment invested in your ongoing training and development.
Job Responsibilities
1. To undertake planned and reactive maintenance.
2. Responsible for tools, plant, and materials used within the scope of the Estates Department.
3. Ensure safety procedures are observed in the use of plant equipment, materials, and working procedures, maintaining a safe working environment in accordance with Health & Safety regulations.
4. Work outside your trade in emergencies or as directed by the Estates Officer/Head of Estates/On Call Manager.
5. Assist with ordering materials for maintenance work.
6. Respond to instructions via the Estates maintenance reporting system and complete any required paperwork to record time and materials used.
7. Provide feedback to the Estates Officer on any further action required for work completion.
8. Hold a clean current driving license.
9. Perform any other duties as delegated by the Estates Officer/Head of Estates relevant to the post/department.
10. Participate in appropriate training as required by this position.
11. Interpret technical information and operational manuals.
12. Plan and organize workload effectively.
13. Maintain communication as needed with non-clinical staff.
14. Assist and provide support for processes, policies, guidance, and maintenance of Mechanical & Electrical policies, guidelines, legislation, and statutory duties.
15. Participate in the Trust's staff survey as required.
16. Ensure electrical inspection, testing, and maintenance records are maintained and updated.
17. Maintain and provide assurance reports on compliance with electrical requirements and statutory duties.
18. Conduct surveys and maintain records, reports, and documents to support maintenance of the built environment.
19. Negotiate with departments for access to allow maintenance and explain technical issues to non-technical staff.
20. Assist the Estates Officer in maintaining stock and supplies for the Estates Department.
21. Participate in governance training as required.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
* Apprenticeship time served as a maintenance electrician.
* City and Guilds & NVQ (or equivalent trade certificate).
* 18th Edition Regulations.
Experience
* Recent and significant post-qualification experience, preferably within a healthcare environment.
* Experience of working in a team.
* Experience in an appropriate electrical maintenance role.
* Additional relevant trade experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Electrical installation and maintenance skills.
* Familiarity with the current Edition Electrical Regulations.
* Experience working on large electrical systems.
* Observation and awareness skills regarding noncompliance during routine tasks.
* Ability to work reliably on your own initiative.
* IT literate, including various types of software and network variants.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and 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.
Employer Name
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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