Estates Maintenance Worker (Xn03)

Job summary EstatesMaintenance Assistant Band 3 Full Time ( attractive staff benefitswhich include 27 days A/L (plus 8 BH), NHS Pension scheme, in house trainingprogrammes, and a range of discounts and cash back opportunities from retailoutlets, supermarkets and holiday companies.The role of Estates Maintenance Assistant is a rewarding and entrustedposition within the Estates team at St James Hospital and integral to how theteam support patient care.
LeedsTeaching Hospitals NHS Trust is a large Trust with a huge portfolio ofequipment and systems.
The successful candidate will work and be employed onwork appropriate to their core skills.
They will continue to develop elementsof other skills, reaching levels of flexibility and competence to enable themto achieve and apply the ability where required.Responsiblefor the safe maintenance, assembly, dismantling and repair of equipment othersmay use The chosen candidate will form part of a dynamic teamcommitted to pushing the boundaries, working together to achieve the desiredresults and the best outcome for our patients.
You will assist work on complexsystems, carry out dynamic risk assessments, work autonomously as required,organising and rectifying reactive works and carrying out statutory plannedmaintenance items to ensure maximum availability of equipment to minimize anydowntime.
The ethos is to put patients first and work towards a collective building and working are at the core ofwhat we do Main duties of the job Thesuccessful candidate will work as part of the Estates management team, managingthe staff and also responsible for the maintenance/record keeping of equipment.The role covers a wide spectrum of responsibility from carrying out AuthorisedPerson duties such as ventilation and Pressure systems to "driving"teams of staff to support reactive works, installations and routine servicing.Support Estates Managers with contracts and specialist maintenance contractorsensuring that we perform and complete our Statutory obligations.
Therole will focus upon some key areas such as managing workflow, communicatingwith key stakeholders, carrying out Risk assessments, acting as a team leader,ensuring policies and procedures are adhered too and promoting productivity.This role will be either mechanically/electrically biased working with otherEstates managers on a variety of works and projects to directly support patientcare.
The role will offer trainingopportunities to help develop the successful candidate who will work withoutside agencies, other Trust departments, specialised maintenance contractorsand valued partners.
A real opportunity to enhance and develop your career.
Expected Shortlisting Date 12/12/2024 Planned Interview Date 19/12/2024 About us LeedsTeaching hospitals NHS Trust is a large trust that has real aspirations toprovide the best possible care for our patients which is driven through ourLeeds Way Values.
These epitomise our way of working in terms of being patientcentred, fair, collaborative, accountable and empowered to be the best that wecan be.TheEstates team embrace this and focus upon doing our best, giving staff theopportunities to feel valued and have a real career and to make a difference inwhat we do.
Innovation and challenging the norm are fundamentals in what we do.The challenge will always be to move boundaries, develop strategies that workbetter and embrace technology to improve our service.
The St James team isquite small and tight knit yet has a significant impact upon the patientexperience and our goal is to be best that we can, embrace change and give ofour best.
We are also an organisation that promotes personal development.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our processof redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles.
Assuch, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the rightto close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed.
If you doexperience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, pleasebear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact ifyou have any questions.
Job description Job responsibilities Estates Maintenance Workers will be employed on work appropriate to their core skills.
They will continue to develop elements of other skills, reaching levels of flexibility and competence to enable them to achieve and apply the ability where required.
Responsible for the safe maintenance, assembly, dismantling and repair of equipment others may use.
Working to standards laid down in Trust policies and legislation to provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, staff and visitors Person Specification Experience Essential Substantial relevant experience having demonstrated high versatility and flexibility Health Technical Memorandum 04 Legionella Ability to communicate both verbally and by reading and writing.
Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team Good time keeping, Good organisational skills, Good communication skills The jobholder must take responsibility in agreement with his/her line manager for his/her own personal development and undertake all mandatory training required for the role particularly attending r The jobholder must co-operate with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their Ability to work independently and without supervision, Adaptable to change To complete all relevant daily documentation in compliance with relevant statutory legislation and local codes of practice and quality control procedures.
Knowledge of various Health and Safety legislation as applicable to core trade, ensuring the well being of staff, patients and visitors Knowledge of and ability to carry out minor works of other trades after attending appropriate training Judgement is required regarding a range of facts and situations that require analysis where there is more than a straightforward choice of options regarding required work To be responsible for working with colleagues to maintain and improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service users.
Ensure that all tasks are carried out in compliance with relevant statutory legislation and local policies and codes of practice including Health and Safety, COSHH and in particular by following agr To maintain high standards of personal hygiene and appearance at all times whilst on duty.
Desirable Experience of - Working in an Acute Hospital Environment Knowledge of - Battery Systems, Fire Alarms Systems Emergency lighting systems, General electrical systems, General lighting systems LPHW Sytems, DHW & CW systems Steam rising plant Ventilation, Mechanical, Hydrotherapy, drainage and Sanitary systems.
Qualifications Essential Formal Qualifications (CSE/GCSE) Knowledge of Health & Safety, Moving & Handling, COSHH Portable Appliance Testing (City & Guilds 2377-002) Desirable City & Guilds Certificate [or equivalent] in an appropriate Trade Hydrotherapy Pool Maintenance Course Release of Trapped Lift Passengers Course Skills & Behaviours Essential Flexible and approachable Able to work as part of a team and co-ordinate work with other trades Understands and demonstrates the importance of effective communication with department heads Professional approach Able to prioritise own workload Desirable Interview and references