Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
The post of MME is a multi-skilled role with a bias towards mechanical and plumbing systems. The post holder will add support to the existing estates team that works trust wide, with mechanical planned/reactive maintenance to Domestic Hot and cold water systems (including TMV/Shower service, Small pipework installations, disinfection, flushing, assistance with biological monitoring, temperature monitoring, heating, make improvements to existing water systems, removal of dead legs, provide technical assistance, work closely with other trades (Building and Electrical).
The post holder will also be expected to use CAFM (computer aided facility management software).
The trust operates an out of hours service to provide emergency support to clinical services, outside of office hours.
Main duties of the job
* Temperature monitoring (ACoP L8)
* Statutory Planned Maintenance to mechanical/plumbing systems (Heating, Cold water systems, Hot water systems, ventilation systems)
* Reactive maintenance mechanical/plumbing systems
* Legionella remedial work to standard (ACoP L8, HTM-04-01, HSG 274)
* Operate and fault find on Heating systems
* Assist other trades
* Installations to regulations.
Job responsibilities
Mechanical Maintenance Engineers will be employed on work appropriate to their core specialty. However, they will be progressively trained to acquire elements of each other's skills with the intention of achieving a competent and flexible workforce.
1. Carry out Mechanical planned preventative maintenance work in accordance with Estates schedules and accepted good working practices to ensure safe and reliable engineering services.
2. Where necessary, carry out fault diagnosis and repairs to the hospitals mechanical installations and plant, including ventilation, heating, air conditioning, water systems to maintain a safe and reliable service.
3. Overhaul, service, renovate, repair or replace worn, failed or damaged mechanical plant and installation/system components and equipment as required under the direction of the estates and compliance officers.
4. To carry out any necessary mechanical engineering tests or measurements, in compliance with accepted standards, good industry practice and the Estates Department schedule of inspection. Updating and compiling asset registers and maintenance record logs.
5. Become familiar with and when adequately trained carry out basic electrical control operations and calibrations associated with all types of plant.
6. Participate fully in all relevant estates procedures and ensure completion of all necessary documentation in accordance with Estates Department policies.
7. Where instructed install and test new mechanical installations in accordance with the current standards, good industry practice and hospital standards.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
* Basic education to GCSE/'O' Level in Maths and English or post-secondary Education in a relevant field.
* City & Guilds of London Institute Craft Certificate in Plumbing & Heating/Mechanical discipline, or an equivalent qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing & Heating/Mechanical discipline.
Desirable
* ACOP L8 Legionella compliance
* Vented & Unvented hot water storage
* IPAF, PASMA, Abrasive wheels, etc.
* Welding Certificate C&G 3268 (all types and levels 1,2,3)
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
* Completion of a registered apprenticeship or structured training program in the relevant post bias for a minimum of 3 years.
* At least 5 years post training, site experience having demonstrated high versatility and flexibility. Time served craftsman.
* Experience of and ability to demonstrate sufficient knowledge and experience of Water Safety engineering maintenance/repair (ACOP L8/HSG 274 Legionella compliance) and HVAC systems & equipment.
* Previous experience of working in a Hospital, Healthcare or Public Sector environment.
Desirable
* Using a CAFM system to receive and update work orders.
* Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings and schematics.
* Computer literate and able to use all forms of Microsoft applications and handheld devices.
* Knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation, safe systems of work (Permits) and relevant HTM's.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Employer details
Employer name
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Penn Hospital
Penn Road
Wolverhampton
WV4 5HN
Employer's website
https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/
£26,530 to £29,114 a year. Post attracts additional RRP at 15%
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