Band 4 Multi Skilled Craftsperson (Mechanical)

Band 4 Multi Skilled Craftsperson (Mechanical)

The Estates Department at Birmingham Community Health Care NHS Trust is seeking to recruit a Multi Skilled Craftsperson.

The post is primarily a mechanical maintenance compliance position, therefore flexibility, self-motivation and a thorough knowledge of engineering building services are the key attributes along with the ability to diagnose and repair faults on various electrical installations, plant and machinery.

You will have successfully completed a recognised mechanical craft apprenticeship. You will also have suitable relevant maintenance experience (previous NHS experience would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be given) and be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation and Safe Working Practices.

Main duties of the job

To principally provide a comprehensive mechanical maintenance compliance service for the repair, maintenance and minor installation of mechanical and mechanical-electrical systems. Maintenance requirements will be located at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) owned, leased properties and properties where BCHC provide an estates maintenance service, via a service level agreement or management agreement.

This includes the maintenance and repair of existing assets as well as the inspection and verification testing of new equipment and systems, delivered by outside contractors, and to ensure at all times, a safe environment for patients, public and staff.

Whilst the primary task will be Mechanical work, the post holder must have a flexible approach to a range of building maintenance operations.

A team view is vital to delivering effective and efficient services to the patients and the post holder will be required to liaise directly with clinicians at a Ward level as well as the other members of the Estates and Facilities department. When necessary the post is required to analyse situations and clearly identify and communicate to supervisors, estates officers, managers and if requested to do so patients, public and staff.

The post holder shall take part in and actively deliver a flexible multi-disciplinary 24 hour emergency, make safe, and business continuity service, as part of an established 'on call' team.

Job responsibilities

Ensuring mechanical (and other) safety of tradespersons and craft assistants working on systems under direction as a competent person for mechanical (and other) activities, and at all times to ensure the safety of patients, public and staff.

Promptly reporting any issues of concern to supervisors, estates officers or senior managers as necessary.

• The post-holder will be responsible to undertake a wide range of work that is often complex and non-routine requiring a clear practical and theoretical understanding of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems.
• The post-holder will be responsible for fault finding, installation, maintenance as well as assisting outside contractors undertaking both maintenance and capital projects in a timely, cost effective and efficient manner across the Trust's properties.
• Provide technical advice to other estates maintenance staff and contractors to ensure compliance with Health Technical Memorandums (HTMs), safety standards, legislation, best practice and the Trust's policy and procedures.

Core duties will include but not be limited to:

• Water Hygiene Compliance and collection data from these works.
• The maintenance, fault diagnosis and repair of mechanical equipment and installations including: water systems hot and cold, heating systems, air handling equipment, catering equipment and manual handling plant.
• To check the mechanical integrity, using appropriate test equipment, of all equipment prior to its use or resumption of use after servicing.
• The installation of mechanical equipment and its supply using materials appropriate to the environmental conditions.
• To carry out other non-mechanical maintenance duties as and when required to enable the department to meet the needs of its customers.
• To participate in regular staff training and technical training sessions as and when required.
• Be prepared to work around patients with varying degrees of both mental and physical disabilities and be prepared to undertake training in de-escalation and breakaway techniques.
• Liaise and work with external contractors as and when required.
• Assist other trades as and when required to carry out their duties.
• To undertake work at heights and in confined spaces.
• To work on a multi-site basis, travelling between sites as and when necessary to maintain services and equipment.
• In addition to the above core skills, other skills may be required with the development of the Trust's activities and technological developments (subject to additional/recognised training).
• An element of multi-skilling across the estates trades will be required, safety, competence and limitations of the individual's expertise will be assessed and evaluated as part of the multi-skilling process and the post holder will be required to undertake training as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Mechanical Craft studies Part 3 (equivalent to NVQ III).
• City & Guilds Advanced Plumbing Craft Certificate.
• Completion of training programme in Mechanical Engineering or Plumbing.

Experience

• Significant experience of undertaking routine maintenance.
• Relevant experience of working in the healthcare environment.

Skills/knowledge

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Clear practical and theoretical understanding of electrical and electromechanical systems that is normally acquired through formal training.
• Good Knowledge of personal responsibilities under Health and Safety requirements and legislation.
• Understand and operate various IT systems to support the post.
• Good knowledge and appreciation of all engineering and building disciplines.
• Ability to prioritise and identify urgent actions.
• Ability to work independently to clearly defined policies with minimal supervision or support.
• Capable of working in a demand driven service.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Ability to use initiative.
• Commitment to personal development.

Other job requirements

• Driver, holding a valid UK driving licence.
• Participation with the 'on call system' with an ability to respond to situations within a target time of 1 hour.
• Time served Apprentice.
• 5 years experience.
• Use of personal vehicle to carry out day to day and on call duties.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.