Band 3 Mechanical Maintenance Assistant - Solihull, United Kingdom - University Hospitals Birmingham

University Hospitals Birmingham
University Hospitals Birmingham
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Solihull, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Job summary:


Perform unsupervised routine maintenance and minor repair work that does not require the attention of a fully qualified craftsperson, related to his/her training.

Learn minor repair work related to other trades as required.

Use all relevant tools safely and responsibly.

To undertake training for new practices, procedures and equipment.

To assist colleagues on new work and repairs.

To perform other routine tasks including labouring as and when required.

To carry out all duties of engineering Storeman when requested, using computerised stock control system.


Main duties, tasks & skills required:
To undertake all work activities as requested by the Mechanical Supervisor/Estates Officer.

To work in accordance with Trust safety rules and procedures at all times.


To be prepared to work in hazardous areas taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment.

To actively participate in the operation and control of engineering planned maintenance schemes.


To actively participate in the operation of facilities labour control scheme, by completion of all paperwork and reports as required by the scheme.


Carry out all work on equipment as required by the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, COSHH Regulations, Building and Construction Regulations and the Trust's Safety Policy.

To carry out engineering surveys and compile data, as and when instructed by line managers.

To work overtime to carry out repairs/maintenance not possible during normal hours.


About us:

We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.

Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;
Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.


UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment.

This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work.

This is more than words. We are taking action.

Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO.

We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.

University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.


Job description:

*Please Note : For a specific detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Person specification:
Qualifications:


Essential:


Basic education to GCSE/'O' Level in Maths and English or post-Secondary Education training in a relevant field (E) City & Guilds of London Institute Certificate in a relevant Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering discipline.

Or

An equivalent qualification such as NVQ Level 2 in a relevant Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering discipline.

Or

BTEC/ONC in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.

Additional relevant Competencies


Experience:


Essential:


Completion of 5 years minimum experience in Mechanical Engineering, equipment or a background of Building services installation, alteration, maintenance or fault finding.

Previous experience of working in an acute Hospital environment or similar demanding role.

Reasonably clear and effective in verbal and written communications.
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