Maintenance Shift Technician

You would be performing unsupervised work including activities that may be demanding and / or non-routine.

Responsibilities for testing and fault finding on all engineering plant and equipment throughout the hospital and out of hours , unsupervised.

To act as the 'Competent & Appointed Person' for the Trust in safe operation and maintenance of boiler and other plant and systems.

Work under own initiative to undertake maintenance and repairs as directed, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.

At all times to carry Trust communication devices (pager / two-way radios / mobile phone) to facilitate immediate response to emergency situations.

To provide a first line of response to maintain the delivery of clinical services and undertake 'first time fix' or instigate temporary measures to ensure clinical capacity is not disrupted where possible.

Respond to urgent situations such as lift entrapment and fire alarm calls etc.

To issue permits to work for directly employed staff and contractors.

To supervise contractors on site out of normal working hours.

Analytical and Judgemental Skills / Freedom to Act

To work as an integral part of the Estates Maintenance Team, providing a comprehensive service. Be able to generate and promote solutions, make decisions and commitments within appropriate time frames.

The post holder will pay attention to detail to ensure works are completed to a high standard. They must remain calm, think clearly, and manage emotion under pressure.

Plan, prioritise and schedule own workload and work with minimal supervision and seek advice when needed. Co-ordinate work of contractors and provide cover for other maintenance technicians within the team during periods of absence.

Responsibility for Patients / Clients

The post holder will have patient and client interaction as part of their daily duties and provide non-clinical advice.

The post holder will follow policies and procedures and work collaboratively as part of an integrated team. They will also be encouraged to suggest changes to improve efficient and productivity.

The post holder will learn new techniques and will participate in both formal and informal training as necessary. This will include the development of multi skilled practices and may include residential courses.

Responsible for the purchase of parts to carry out the day-to-day maintenance functions.

Take reasonable care of Trust assets and minimise financial loss via cost efficient repair and maintenance of building services and equipment.

Personal duty of care for all equipment and resources provided e.g., works vehicle.

Responsibility for Staff Where necessary, to provide practical training, instruction, and professional advice as necessary. The post holder will demonstrate existing practices to new staff, acting as a mentor/trainer.

Supervise maintenance assistants, apprentices and contractors and evaluate works carried out.

Responsibility for Information The post holder will comply with Health & Safety Regulations, NHS Regulations, HTM, HMN guidelines and customer requirements. Completion of CAFM system and updating maintenance records.

Research and Development The post holder will carry out audits and surveys as and when required.

At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.

We put 'people at our heart'; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it, and we're proud to have wonawardsfor the services we provide. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.

We're always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, respect, collaboration, excellence and integrity.

Qualifications

Essential: - Qualified to City & Guilds Level 3 and/or relevant experience in a similar role within building services (electrical and/or mechanical) trade

Experience