Estates Semi-skilled Maintenance Assistant

The post holder will be responsible for undertaking pre-planned and unplanned maintenance works within the areas/buildings covered by North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will be expected to undertake a range of work of varying trades on his/her own that would normally be undertaken by a skilled maintenance craftsman and also assisting other trade staff as required. Assist with weekly fire alarm tests and monthly emergency light tests if required. Undertake fire damper checks and ductwork / grilles and diffuser cleaning. To be committed to working as a member of the Estates team and to ensure that a good quality, cost effective service is provided for users of the Estates service. Carry out a wide range of tasks and repairs within the individual's competence Replace light bulbs/tubes as required and store used lamps in accordance with Waste Regulations prior to disposal. Determine lists of materials/supplies required for day-to-day maintenance works and collect from local suppliers. Carry out checks and cleaning/ replacement of air filters in Minor ops rooms, kitchens and bathrooms etc to ensure good quality air for users of the building. To be responsible for carrying out all duties in accordance with current Health & Safety at Work Legislation. Carry out regular visual checks to Medical Gas systems & compressors and assist Medical Gas competent persons To undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade that may be reasonably requested from time to time. Work with trade staff i.e. fitters, joiners, plumbers & electricians to assist with maintenance and project work. At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of safe, high quality care every time: Being a clinically led organisation Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust A positive patient experience every time A great place to work Managing our money well As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability. Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. Disclosure And Barring Service 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. The Cost Of The DBS Must Be Met By The Successful Candidate(s) Through Salary Deduction. DBS Charges Are As Follows If Applicable To The Post Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £5.90 = £27.40. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £5.90 = £55.40. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. NCIC Can Offer Successful Future Employees The Following Benefits 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS Discounts* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work* Excellent opportunities for development* Competitive NHS Pension scheme Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems Important Information Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. #J-18808-Ljbffr