The post is based in the Estates Department. Work undertaken will cover the
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust property portfolio which includes
remote locations. All team members are routinely required to work unsupervised
within departmental standard operating procedures and to prioritise their work
schedule.
A requirement to take part in the Estates out of hours On-Call rota, being 1 in
every 4-6 weeks.
Working under and in close cooperation with Estates Officers be fully
responsible for the day-to-day supervision of a multi-disciplined workforce
delivering a wide variety of works as required to provide and maintain a safe,
suitable and sufficient built environment in an acute hospital.
Provide guidance and support for staff and contractors on all issues within your area of responsibility, including those that are complex or non-routine, identifying problems and solutions, managing minor works, and contractors.
Lead by example in ensuring all statutory, regulatory and mandatory obligations
are fully met, working closely with Estates Officers and others to deliver and
develop best methods and practices to ensure compliance with all requirements
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
Interpret technical information and undertake fault diagnosis, analyse
suitability of equipment and provisions, propose technical solutions.
Plan, prioritise and supervise a multi-disciplined workforce engaged in a
large number of activities or programmes, liaising with management, service
users, contractors and specialist agencies as required.
Directly supervise the multi-disciplined direct labour force including
timekeeping, rotas, overtime and discipline, Monitor the completion of time
sheets and job dockets, reporting any performance issues to the Estates
Officer. To undertake return to work interviews following staff absences.
Plan maintenance activities, prioritising urgent and non urgent repairs
works, source supplies using technical knowledge of electrical, mechanical
and building materials and processes
Plan and manage safe access to areas in order for works to be undertaken
with the minimum of disruption, e.g., Plant Rooms, wards and departments,
including the proper issuing and accounting for keys and permits.
Provide quotations to other departments based on time and material costs
and assist in the procurement and maintenance of stock and supplies.
Collect, collate and assimilate technical information to support the
departments governance records of maintenance activities.
Ensure that safety procedures are observed in the use of plant, equipment,
materials and working practices in accordance with legislation, regulation
guidance and best practice.
Participate in training as required and to assist with the training and
induction of other staff.
To take part in an emergency on-call rota where necessary and assist as
directed by Estates Officers or senior management in an emergency
Any other duties as delegated by the Estates Officer relevant to the
post/department
This advert closes on Monday 3 Mar 2025
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