University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
We have a great opportunity for you to assist in our hospitals by supporting our busy Estates team. We are looking for a Maintenance Assistant. You will be assisting with the maintenance and repair of a wide range of mechanical and electrical plant, equipment and services, as well as minor building fabric repairs.
To work as a part of the wider Estates team to achieve site-wide engineering compliance, maintaining all building systems and achieving the wider strategic aims as set out by the site Head of Estates.
We offer extensive training and development opportunities, with access to courses and certifications to help advance your career. Alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including the NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave, and health benefits.
Main Duties of the Job
Carry out routine work such as:
1. Plant room checks and reporting of defects
2. Change of filters on Air Handling Units
3. Replacement of lamps
4. Checking condition of fire doors
5. Planned Maintenance tasks
6. Painting and replacing locks
7. Investigation and rectification of minor faults
8. Generally assist craftspersons in their work
9. Other semi-skilled mechanical, electrical and buildings repairs or maintenance (within the job holder's competence and capabilities) as may be determined and directed by Trust Estates officers and team leaders/supervisors.
10. Water sampling for legionella control (once trained and qualified)
11. Change taps, showers, minor copper pipework alterations and drainage pipework
12. Assist with isolation as directed on mechanical ventilation systems
13. Assist with medical gas systems works under direction (following training)
14. First response air conditioning checks
15. To be prepared to work outside normal working (core) hours (overtime) when required (for emergencies or to complete works that for operational reasons cannot be carried out during normal working hours)
16. To work as part of the out of hours 'on-call' rota
About Us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job Responsibilities
Communication and Relationship
1. Establish and develop effective communications with all stakeholders, both internal and external
2. Ensuring verbal and written complaints are assisted with effectively and that any remedial action is undertaken and reported to senior team members for evaluation
Knowledge, Training and Experience
1. This is an entry-level role so previous experience is not necessary
2. Previous experience in a similar role is desirable
3. Must show demonstrable aptitude for the role
4. Any maintenance, building or engineering qualifications would be desirable
5. Must show good attitude with desire to undertake training as required from the outset
6. To maintain up to date skills and knowledge, and attend ongoing training and development courses as deemed necessary by the Trust.
Analytical and Judgemental
1. Ability to assist in decision making with regard to solving maintenance issues
2. Able to understand building systems and identify maintenance or performance issues
3. Ability to review system and compliance documentation and decide on a course of action
Planning and Organisational
1. Able to organise and plan own workload
2. Able to assist team leaders and managers in the longer-term planning of the Estates department assets and works
3. Able to liaise with relevant stakeholders to arrange tasks and associated access as required within a hospital environment
Service Delivery and Improvement
1. Carry out routine work such as:
2. Plant room checks and reporting of defects
3. Change of filters on Air Handling Units
4. Replacement of lamps
5. Checking condition of fire doors
6. Planned Maintenance tasks
7. Painting and replacing locks
8. Investigation and rectification of minor faults
9. Generally assist craftspersons in their work
10. Other semi-skilled mechanical, electrical and buildings repairs or maintenance (within the job holders competence and capabilities) as may be determined and directed by Trust Estates officers and team leaders/supervisors.
11. Water sampling for legionella control (once trained and qualified)
12. Change taps, showers, minor copper pipework alterations and drainage pipework
13. Assist with isolation as directed on mechanical ventilation systems
14. Assist with medical gas systems works under direction (following training)
15. First response air conditioning checks
16. To be prepared to work outside normal working (core) hours (overtime) when required (for emergencies or to complete works that for operational reasons cannot be carried out during normal working hours)
17. To work as part of the out of hours on-call rota
Please see job description & person specs for full details.
Before applying for the position, ensure you read the job description and person specifications to see if they align with your qualifications and experience.
Person Specification
Skills
* Previous experience in a similar role
* Consideration will be given to candidates who can demonstrate relevant experience gained via previous employment history
* Have extensive knowledge of hospital operational estates issues, including an in-depth understanding of maintenance procedures within a medical environment.
* Any mechanical, electrical or building qualifications
* NVQ 2 or equivalent knowledge and 2 years' experience.
Experience
* Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
* Good interpersonal skills
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
* Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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.
Employer Name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
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