Job description
Detailed job description and main responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIESTo work using own initiative in completing projects as instructed by the Estates Managers & Officers
To carry out testing, servicing and maintaining various equipment. e.g. decontamination, medical gas systems and gas boilers
Identify, diagnose and rectify faults of a more complex nature in the buildings engineering services, including fire alarms, baby tag system, Building Management System, steam boilers and L.P.H.W. boilers.
Fabricate, assemble, erect, install and commission new work.
Carry out periodic checking, servicing and testing of plant and equipment, in accordance with planned maintenance programmes and schedules.
Ensure the efficient running and operation of plant and equipment by monitoring, servicing, adjusting and logging performance data.
The post will involve lifting and handling of heavy objects, using access equipment and working in enclosed spaces such as roof voids and service ducts etc.
Analysis of fault alarms from the Building Management System and fire alarm system. Investigate and rectify all fault conditions.
Comply with Health and Safety Executive procedures and regulations and the Trust's Health and Safety policy, procedures and working practices.
Complete all relevant paperwork systems necessary in the running of the department.
Attend training programmes as suggested by Technical Services Manager towards fulfilment of the Technicians job role and self-development to improve skills and learn new techniques. Familiarise, train or instruct others, as appropriate.
Participate in on-call arrangements, as determined necessary in order to deliver the service, and use the communication system available.
To work in accordance with all relevant Trust policies and procedures.
To be a responsible team member who uses initiative and is flexible to the needs of the clients.
To undertake training to learn new skills in order to fulfil the requirements of the department.
To understand working practices of the Estates Maintenance Department.
To be familiar with the more complex operation of plant and equipment throughout the Trust in order to fault find and repair equipment.
Person specificationQualifications Essential criteria - HNC/D, NVQ level 4, C&G or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline
- Time served electrician
Desirable criteria Experience Essential criteria - Proven experience in a service/maintenance role
- Demonstrable and proven experience in a supervisory position
Knowledge Essential criteria - Good knowledge of Health & Safety procedures
Desirable criteria - In depth working knowledge of building services engineering
- Knowledge of Building Management Systems
- Knowledge of steam raising plant - particularly steam generators
It is an exciting time to join Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Employer certification / accreditation badges