Maintenance Fitter

To undertake maintenance and installation work

for mechanical services and equipment.

The post holder will be required to carry out routine maintenance and repair of

a range of electro-mechanical equipment within Livewell Southwest hospitals,

health centres, clinics and administration buildings.

Including

Heating systems, Plumbing, Building management systems, motors, engineering

plant, equipment and processes.

serve as part of the maintenance team to deliver high quality care through

effective and efficient operation and maintenance of all healthcare building

services.

comply with all relevant Health, Safety and Statutory legislation and seek to

apply best working practice at all times.

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route; please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility.

Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline if a high number of applications are submitted. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

All Livewell staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service.

Undertake

tasks appropriate to the Fitters role as delegated by line management or

helpdesk.

The

post holder will be expected to undertake mechanical and minor electrical work

associated with a variety of systems and equipment including but not limited

Hospital

beds

Medical

suction equipment

Heating

systems and component parts thereof

Patient

trolleys and plinths

Water

distribution systems

Patient

lifting equipment

Ventilation

equipment; including Fire Dampers

Evacuation

chairs

Air

compressors

Windows

and window restrictors

Physio

and gym equipment

the Line Manager of any problems or hazards likely to be encountered including

existing installations that appear substandard or fail to meet current

regulations as it becomes apparent.

Isolate or make safe any installation that presents a danger to staff,

visitors or patients to ensure highest levels of safety at all times.

Undertake appropriate fault finding,

investigation and testing as appropriate to the work.

and obtain materials, equipment and components that in your judgment represent

value for money for the maintenance task.

Keep accurate records of stock levels for stores. Undertake the work in a safe and workmanlike

manner, within reasonable timescales. Post

holder will only undertake financial transactions on behalf of the organisation

with prior authorisation from an appointed manager or supervisor.

The

position is likely to necessitate training either to keep up to date with new

regulations, or to implement safe systems of work.

Liaise

with contractors where they have been employed to work in conjunction with the

work detailed to ensure efficient and effective operations.

Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs.

As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values, kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve.

We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives.

We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.

Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.

Qualifications

Knowledge

Specific skills

Desirable: - High level of technical ability relative to the role

Experience

Additional requirements

Desirable: - Self-motivated