Community Plumber - Morecambe, United Kingdom - Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Description

Job summary

Please note that this role is advertised on behalf of Atlas BFW Management Ltd (Atlas), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and as such, successful applicant(s) will be on Atlas Terms and Conditions. For further information about Atlas, please visit: The post holder will contribute to the provision of an efficient transport service to Atlas' clients, primarily to NHS properties in Lancaster, Blackpool, Kendal, Barrow and surrounding districts.

The post holder will carry out routine and complex maintenance work to various premises in Lancaster, Morecambe, Blackpool and surrounding districts. The post holder must have the ability to work effectively on own initiative as work is managed rather than supervised. This will involve working with trade groups and contractors' staff to provide an effective maintenance, repair and installation service which is responsive to user needs. This will involve the planning and organizing of maintenance post holder is required to demonstrate a high level of cross trade flexibility beyond the boundaries of their core skills including electrical and building maintenance skills supported with in-house training.

Main duties of the job

1) To provide an effective and efficient maintenance and repair service to all plumbing installations hot and cold water services and mains distribution, gas services, boilers and space heating systems, water storage tanks, sanitary fittings and firefighting Installation and acceptance testing of new systems and equipment as Work in hazardous areas and confined spaces, taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment in accordance with Trust policy and safe working Ability to interpret detailed technical manuals, diagnose faults and repair specialist engineering facilities, assist in commissioning , problem solving new technical services and communicate technical knowledge to others, particularly in the safe use of Be conversant with the latest edition of the electrical safety code for low voltage systems for competent persons (LV)6) Actively participate in the operation of the works helpdesk, including the timely completion of work Undertake essential repair work and general maintenance activities at the request of the Community Estates To carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance inspections and commissioning tests in accordance with Trust procedures and The completion of maintenance inspections records and test certificates as Work with engineering/technical drawings and specifications

About us

As experts in healthcare facilities and property management, we deliver fully-managed healthcare facilities services and property management solutions to clients throughout Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre and North Lancashire.

Our teams ensure our clients properties and amenities provide the best environment for their customers, patients, staff and visitors.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we support the Trusts frontline clinical services and assist with the delivery of patient care, through our service provision.

Our profits are used to help grow our business, whilst providing additional employment, training and development opportunities for local people.

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Job responsibilities

Main Duties1) To provide an effective and efficient maintenance and repair service to all plumbinginstallations hot and cold water services and mains distribution, gas services, boilers andspace heating systems, water storage tanks, sanitary fittings and firefighting Installation and acceptance testing of new systems and equipment as Work in hazardous areas and confined spaces, taking all safety measures to prevent danger,avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment in accordance with Trust policy and safeworking Ability to interpret detailed technical manuals, diagnose faults and repair specialistengineering facilities, assist in commissioning , problem solving new technical services andcommunicate technical knowledge to others, particularly in the safe use of Be conversant with the latest edition of the electrical safety code for low voltage systems forcompetent persons (LV)6) Actively participate in the operation of the works helpdesk, including the timely completionof work Undertake essential repair work and general maintenance activities at the request of theCommunity Estates To carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance inspections and commissioning tests inaccordance with Trust procedures and The completion of maintenance inspections records and test certificates as Work with engineering/technical drawings and specifications11) Undertake inspections for pre-installations and investigate services which may be requiredfor new equipment and carry out minor installation improvement To notify the Community Estates Manager, or equivalent, of any problems within Trustpremises that may be of danger to staff and members of the public. To ensure that accidentforms are completed and to co-operate with the investigation of any accident or To carry out work in accordance with risk assessments and safe working practices to conformto health & safety legislation, policies and procedures14) Responsible for health & safety, access and security when working in locked wards, healthpremises, learning disabilities and mental health accommodation. To act in accordance with BFW Management Ltd Constitution and other Codes of Conduct. To participate in staff development, appraisal and training as appropriate, includingcontinuous professional developmentPage 5 of 7 To comply with BFW Management Ltd agreed policies and procedures including but notlimited to Health and Safety, and Equal Opportunities Policies, the Data Protection Act,Freedom of Information Act, Financial Management Regulations and other relevant NHS andGovernment Regulations, Directives and area wide priorities To undertake any other tasks, duties and responsibilities as directed and appropriate to thelevel of the role subject to any reasonable adjustments under the Disability DiscriminationAct 1995 as incorporated into the Equality Act 2010 To participate in the wider development of the function and contribute to serviceimprovement as required

Education / Qualifications

Essential

Desirable

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Knowledge & Experience : Specialist

Essential

Desirable