About this role
Job summary
Please note that this role is advertised on behalf of Atlas BFW Management Ltd (Atlas), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and as such, successful applicant(s) will be on Atlas Terms and Conditions. For further information about Atlas, please visit: www.bfwml.co.uk
The post holder will provide team leadership for an effective and efficient maintenance repairservice to a high quality on the full range of building fabric, electrical and mechanical engineeringand electro medical services, plant and equipment to the Trust properties
Taking responsibility for the day-to-day operational management of Estates department (Electrical),for the Performance of the team to meet Trust targets for PPM and reactive work and first-timefixes. Working to ensure breakdowns & planned preventative maintenance work undertaken iscompliant with relevant legislation and guidance including NHS Health Technical memorandum(HTM's) & Health Building Notes (HBN's) British Standards, European Standards whilst developingand managing the departmental risk register
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for undertaking complex testing, fault finding, andcommissioning on engineering plant and equipment across all trades.
To be responsible for, and work in accordance with, Health Technical Memoranda. Performs work including activities that may be demanding or non-routine
The postholder will undertake surveys or Audits within specialist areas includingcondition surveys.
Responsible for the planning and prioritising maintenance projects including liaisonwith users, contractors and Project managers.
To proactively participate in the operation and control of engineering plannedmaintenance schemes.
To supervise contractors who undertake works on site ensuring all such work isundertaken in accordance with Health and Safety legislation, Good Practice andconforms to specification
About us
Customer FocusBuilds customer confidence, is committed to increasing customer satisfaction, sets achievablecustomer expectations, assumes responsibility for solving customer problems, ensures commitmentsto customers are met, solicits opinions and ideas from customers, responds to internal and externalcustomers.
InitiativeTackles problems and takes independent action, seeks out new responsibilities, acts on opportunities,generates new ideas, practices self-development.
Interpersonal SkillsHas good listening skills, builds strong relationships, is flexible/open-minded, communicateseffectively, solicits performance feedback, and handles constructive criticism
TeamworkMeets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps the leaderto meet goals, welcomes newcomers, and promotes a positive and collaborative team atmosphere.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide technical support to others on the above features and other aspects of his/herwork. Carry out analytical and problem-solving techniques and document results. Oversee and co-ordinate the efficient and effective use of plant and assist craftspeople tocarry out repairs, maintain and efficiently run plant and equipment. Assist in the-updating and operation of the Planned Maintenance system, anddelivery of delegated schemes within cost and program allowances. Perform risk assessments and record result and actions on File.
It is a mandatory requirement to take part in the Estates On-Call Rota. Act as authorised person for (LV) Electrical to ensure the Atlas / Trust is compliantwith HTM's. Able to work alternative hours when required to meet the needs of the business,including providing temporary cover for established shifts.As required support Electrical Officer / Specialist in times of annual leave, sicknessetc. or as requested by the appropriate Estates Officer by working directly with therelevant trade group as Supervisor.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified in line with 18th Edition Regulations
- Qualified to City and Guilds.
- Qualified to C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing.
Desirable
- Hold a current and clean driving licence
- Knowledge of BMS, UPS, Fire and other systems.
- Able to process information to logical order
Training
Essential
- Completed a Structured (i.e. city & guilds) training programme in Electrical Engineering discipline with a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience. (Preferably in an NHS / maintenance setting).
- Completed a recognised Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering
Desirable
- Organisational skills.
- Be able to demonstrate continued professional development and learning
Special Knowledge / Skills
Essential
- Able to delegate and prioritise own workload and staff under direct management. Has interpersonal and presentation skills.
Desirable
- Influencing skills.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Blackpool Victoria Hospital
42 Whinney Heys Road
Blackpool
FY3 8NR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.blackpoolteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)