Maintenance Shift Technician

Maintenance Shift Technician – Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS TrustThe closing date is 23 September 2025To work as part of an inhouse maintenance shift team to provide a total planned and reactive maintenance service. To be responsible for giving a Trust wide service in accordance with the duties and responsibilities given below.OverviewPerform unsupervised work including activities that may be demanding and non-routine. Responsible for testing and fault finding on all engineering plant and equipment throughout the Hospital, out of hours and unsupervised. Act as Competent & Appointed Person for safe operation and maintenance of boiler and other plant and systems. Work under own initiative to undertake maintenance and repairs, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures. Carry Trust communication devices at all times to facilitate immediate response to emergencies. Provide a first line of response to maintain delivery of clinical services and undertake first-time fixes or temporary measures to maintain clinical capacity where possible. Respond to urgent situations such as lift entrapment and fire alarm calls, etc. Issue permits to work to directly employed staff and contractors. Supervise contractors on site out of normal working hours.About usAt Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.We put 'people at our heart'; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it, and we are proud to have won awards for the services we provide. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.We are always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, respect, collaboration, excellence and integrity.Job responsibilitiesKey SkillsCity & Guilds in either Electrical and/or Mechanical Services Level 3 or NVQ Level 3.Previous experience in a multi-skilled maintenance position with a core skill in either Electrical or Mechanical ServicesPrevious experience in a Competent Person (CP) role, for example, Low Voltage CP (HTM 06), Medical Gases CP (HTM 02), HVAC CP (HTM 03) etc.Previous experience in a shift technician role within a complex environment i.e., HealthcareAbility to work alone or as part of a teamGood problem-solving skillsAbility to assist with emergency tasks such as fire alarms, heating failures, blocked drains and gritting of roadsMaking areas safe following patient damagePhysically fit as the role will involve lifting and carryingExcellent customer service skills, friendly and approachableKey ActivitiesOrganise and prioritise day-to-day duties to ensure safe, efficient operation of plant, in conjunction with Estates Manager / Estates Officer / Maintenance SupervisorDiagnose and repair faults in engineering and/or electrical and/or plumbing installations, plant and equipment; pass knowledge to othersInform Estates Manager / Estates Officer / Team Leader of faults and breakdowns, including out of hoursPrioritise emergency and non-emergency out of hours calls to ensure safety of staff, patients and visitorsCarry out PPM and reactive work across site as requiredMaintain records for major repairs, logbooks, Works Orders and defects, with clear logging in plant logbooksCarry out building surveys and inspections as requiredAdvise on material, equipment and systemsMaintain building and site service recordsHighlight Health & Safety issues related to building, mechanical, electrical systemsCarry out investigation and testing on fire alarm and security systemsLiaise with external contractors and suppliers as necessarySupport company projects as requiredBe part of a shift rota: 4 on, 4 off (days and nights)Supervise maintenance assistants, apprentices, contractors and provide practical trainingPerform any other duties as required by the CompanyHealth and SafetyResponsible for own health and safety and that of colleagues, in accordance with the company’s Health and Safety policyAnticipate and act on potential hazards; initiate remedial measuresComply with regulations associated with workUndertake compulsory training for the roleEnsure correct PPE is wornCommunicationThe post holder will be able to:Communicate effectively in writing and orally; be electronically literateCommunicate technical issues and safety requirements to staff, patients and contractorsLiaise with other departments and staff within the teamBuild relationships and support personnel across the Trust, including clinical staff, contractors, patients, clients, relatives and carersAnalytical and Judgemental Skills / Freedom to ActTo work as an integral part of the Estates Maintenance Team, providing a comprehensive service. Generate solutions, make decisions and commitments within appropriate time frames. Pay attention to detail to ensure works are completed to a high standard; stay calm and manage emotion under pressure.Planning and Organisational SkillsPlan, prioritise and schedule own workload with minimal supervision; coordinate contractor work and provide cover during absences.Responsibility for Patients / ClientsInteract with patients and clients as part of daily duties and provide non-clinical advice.Policy and Service ResponsibilitiesFollow policies and procedures; work collaboratively as part of an integrated team. Contribute to improvements in efficiency and productivity. Participate in formal and informal training; development of multi-skilled practices may include residential courses.Responsibility for Financial and Physical ResourcesPurchase parts for day-to-day maintenance; take reasonable care of Trust assets and minimise financial loss through cost-efficient repairs. Personal duty of care for equipment and resources (e.g., works vehicle).Responsibility for StaffProvide practical training, instruction and professional advice as necessary. Supervise maintenance assistants, apprentices and contractors, and evaluate works carried out.Responsibility for InformationComply with Health & Safety Regulations, NHS Regulations, HTM, HMN guidelines and customer requirements. Complete CAFM system and update maintenance records.Research and DevelopmentCarry out audits and surveys as required.QualificationsCity & Guilds Level 3 and/or relevant experience in building services (electrical and/or mechanical)ExperiencePost-qualification/structured training experience in estates maintenanceExperience working in a challenging environmentExperience with maintenance management systemsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 and requires a DBS disclosure.EmployerCoventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr