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Position Overview
This role is classified as Band 5 plus RRP, with opportunities for overtime and on-call compensation. The position entails a full-time commitment.
Vacancy Count: 01
The primary objective of this position is to provide professional support and execute mechanical trade operations and maintenance tasks across the Trust's facilities, as directed by supervisory personnel. This includes engaging in activities that may be challenging and/or non-standard, while ensuring adherence to the Trust's safety protocols, policies, and procedures. Additionally, the role involves assisting in the management and execution of planned engineering and building maintenance programs to ensure compliance with essential standards, both legislative and performance-related, as outlined in Service Level Agreements, while also meeting the requirements of the NHSLA when necessary.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate in accordance with the stipulations of HTMs, HBNs, British Standards, Model Specifications, and all relevant Statutory Regulations, Codes of Practice, and Trust Policies and Procedures, while identifying and suggesting modifications for the mechanical work area to the Mechanical Team Leader.
- Prioritize work tasks on critical facilities that could adversely affect patient experience, such as nurse call systems, patient washrooms, and patient beds. The role necessitates the ability to prioritize and adapt to fluctuating workloads.
- Contribute to the formulation, execution, and assessment of the Trust's Estates strategies, collaborating closely with other Estates Managers and Team Leaders in the development of work programs.
- Assist in the establishment and management of safe working systems within the Estates framework (Permit to Work, isolation procedures) under the guidance of Authorized Persons to ensure that all safety protocols are correctly implemented.
- Plan maintenance activities, including coordination with users and contractors.
- Oversee maintenance assistants and operational estates contractors, delegating tasks and re-prioritizing as necessary, while ensuring the quality of specifications and workmanship.
- Communicate with the Estates Helpdesk when addressing emergency maintenance requests and service complaints.
- Act independently and inform senior staff of the implications of technical issues when responding to site call-outs.
About the Organization
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is among the largest NHS teaching trusts in the UK, offering a comprehensive range of general and specialized clinical services, and serving as a hub for medical education, training, and research.
The Trust encompasses four hospitals, providing a diverse array of healthcare services.
Our core values, standards, and behaviors shape the quality of clinical care we deliver and the professional relationships we cultivate with our patients, colleagues, and the broader community. We are committed to Delivering Compassionate Excellence, focusing on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence. These principles place patients at the center of our mission and underpin the high-quality healthcare we aspire to provide.
Job Responsibilities
For comprehensive details regarding the role and responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.
This position requires a full-time commitment.
We are dedicated to providing you with the necessary support to guide the department towards continuous improvement, ensuring a safe and compliant estate and environment.
In return for your dedication and effort, we offer:
- A competitive salary range of £28,407 - £34,581 per annum, pro rata;
- Access to a leading pension scheme with employer contributions;
- A variety of local and national discounts across travel, shopping, insurance, holidays, and more;
- A challenging yet supportive environment that fosters your growth and development.
If you believe this role aligns with your skills and aspirations, we encourage you to explore this opportunity further.
Qualifications & Training
Essential:
- HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
- Recognized and registered EITB, City & Guilds, modern apprenticeship, NVQ level 4, or equivalent training in Mechanical/Engineering or Plumbing.
- Demonstrable in-depth knowledge and experience in the relevant technical fields (heating, plumbing, ventilation, medical gases, decontamination, steam, etc.).
- Full Driving License.
Desirable:
- Training in Health & Safety, NEBOSH, IOSH, First Aid, etc.
- Registration with recognized organizations, UK Register of Electricians, JIB Schemes, Gas Safe, etc.
- Membership in relevant healthcare or engineering institutes, such as IHEEM, HEFMA, CIBSE, IET, etc.
- Experience across multiple HTMs acting as either a Competent Person or Authorized Person.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential:
- Understanding of maintenance methodologies.
- Familiarity with HTMs, HBNs, and Estates-specific legislation.
- Specialized knowledge acquired from working in a healthcare engineering environment or a willingness to work towards gaining such knowledge.
- Multi-skilled in Mechanical Trades.
- Experience in developing and implementing a 'safe system of work.'
Desirable:
- Experience in a similar role.
- Proficiency in using a PDA device/CAFM system.
- Ability to perform small mechanical installation tasks.
Specific Skills
Essential:
- Ability to work autonomously and exercise a high level of professional judgment.
- Capability to supervise others, monitor their performance, and provide training as needed.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Capacity to work effectively under pressure.
- Physical ability to meet job demands, including lifting heavy loads with appropriate support.
- Skill in planning and organizing maintenance activities in coordination with contractors.
- Proficiency in using small tools and machinery for routine maintenance or emergency repairs.
- Ability to apply knowledge and experience to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of specific systems/equipment.
- Highly organized and a team player with a positive attitude.
Desirable:
- Capability to repair complex steam/heat generating systems.
- Ability to interpret, adjust, and monitor various BMS systems.
- Experience working on nurse call systems.
Physical Skills
Essential:
- Able to use small tools and perform fine adjustments to building services regularly.
- Capable of conducting routine and emergency maintenance on engineering and building systems.
- Able to focus on complex issues and work with detailed information.
