About this role
Job summary
Join our ambitious Estates Team at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. We are on a mission to become the best Estates team in the NHS!
As an Estates Maintenance Worker, you'll join our dedicated 40 member team where continuous learning and development are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for two skilled professionals who will contribute to the safe and efficient operation of our hospital facilities.
Adherence to comply with Trust regulations is a must, particularly those governing Health and Safety at work, and report any defects or hazards to the appropriate manager promptly.
Main duties of the job
As a vital member of our Estates team, you will contribute to the safe and efficient operation of our hospital facilities. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Planned & Reactive Maintenance:
Conducting routine checks and maintenance across various systems, such as emergency lighting testing in line with Trust schedules.
General Building & Electrical Support:
Carrying out basic electrical and mechanical repairs, such as changing light bulbs, replacing lamps, and repairing nurse call handsets. Performing minor building fabric repairs, including basic plumbing, ceiling tile replacement, and simple joinery/decoration works. Operational Monitoring & Compliance:
Collecting and accurately recording operational data, including utility meter readings and basic plant performance monitoring. Safety & Quality Assurance:
Maintaining the cleanliness and safe condition of all hospital equipment, machinery, tools, vehicles, and work areas. Ensuring strict adherence to all Health and Safety regulations and Trust procedures, always prioritizing the well-being of staff, patients, and visitors. Professional Development & Teamwork:
Working collaboratively within the Estates team, demonstrating initiative and flexibility to meet service needs.
About us
Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.Why work for us?
We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.What do we stand for?
Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential
Basic knowledge of workforce safety procedures
Desirable
Basic IT skills Working on own initiative with minimum supervision Ability to prioritise a demanding workload Use of relevant tools and equipment Ability to communicate with all levels of management, staff, patients and members of the public
EXPERIENCE Essential
Practical experience in electrical, mechanical and building maintenance Knowledge of boiler plant, water systems and basic utilities Ability to work under supervision and as part of a team Good communication skills for reporting issues, liaising with colleagues and interacting with hospital staff. Awareness of Health & Safety legislation, including safe working practices and infection control Basic IT literacy to record data and complete reports
Desirable
Experience in NHS or healthcare estates/facilities environment. Competence in minor plumbing, carpentry or joinery tasks Familiarity with risk assessment procedures and incident reporting Understanding of environmental sustainability initiatives in a workplace setting
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential
Relevant level 2 vocational qualification or equivalent experience (e.g. plumbing, carpentry) Base level of theoretical knowledge
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Desirable
Able to travel to other sites and off site as necessary
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 Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Mandeville Road
Aylesbury
HP21 8AL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)