Role Summary
As part of the maintenance team, the post holder will support the provision of a high quality, flexible, proactive customer orientated service. The post holder will ensure that the work they carry out is done effectively to ensure those patients, staff and visitors are provided with a clean safe and pleasant environment suitable for the Royal Devon Uni9versity Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and service provided.
The post holder will carry out a multi skilled function, this will include in addition to the post holders core skills, minor electrical, mechanical and building trades on buildings, equipment, electrical and mechanical services within their level of professional competence.
The post holder in all cases must comply with Statutory and Regulatory requirements, which include Legionella, Asbestos and Permit to Work Policies and Procedures as example, in a professional manner.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
Provide an efficient maintenance service carrying out the day to day semi-skilled work in the planned preventative maintenance and repair of the equipment and fixtures maintained by the Facilities Department.
The post holder as part of their duties must provide the Trust with suitable assurance which is to be communicated by regular and professional feedback of all issues to the works supervisor.
To undertake unsupervised routine maintenance, cleaning and minor repair work that does not justify the attention of a fully qualified craftsperson related to his/her training and/or experience.
Carry out replacement of defective light bulbs, tubes, cleaning of light fittings, shades and diffusers.
Clean internal and external areas of ventilation plants.
Clean ventilation grilles and radiator grilles.
Carry out glass trap cleaning.
Clean plant rooms, workshops etc.
Carry out cleaning to sanitary ware fittings and assist to remove blockages to toilets, manholes and gullies.
Identify and record utility meter readings.
Carry out showerhead cleaning.
Carry out inspection, testing and repair to Nurse call handsets.
Carry out plant room rounds.
Carry out external and internal light inspections.
Assist other maintenance staff as required.
Undertake re-location of goods and/or personnel on site to other sites as required.
Carry out high pressure jetting to drains and exterior of buildings.
Replace plumbing items such as toilet seats, shower rails etc.
Carry out installation and replacement of items of furniture and fittings i.e. soap dispensers, picture hooks, coat hooks, paper towel holders etc.
With suitable training carry out: PAT testing, Fire Alarm Testing, Tank cleaning, Blender checks, Pathology air test monitoring and Emergency Lighting Checks.
Inspect and repair wheelchairs and beds.
Clean and repair domestic equipment such as electric fans.
To work from stepladders & scaffolding as required.
To carry out patch painting as required.
To work in mental health & children’s wards taking appropriate precautions as required.
To be able to work unsociable hours and respond to call outs if required.
To help accomplish the objectives set to the Facilities Department.
To enhance the quality of service.
To make suggestions on any changes to procedures or working practices that would be more cost effective and/or increase efficiency.
To support the Facilities Departments energy savings and be proactive in reducing the utility costs.
Instruct others on the above features and aspects of work.
Deal with new situation as they arise and pass on knowledge to others.
Use all relevant tools and equipment.
Work from planned maintenance instruction schedules.
Participate in Labour Management Systems for NHS Maintenance Departments.
To comply with all legislation guidance notes, HTM’s and Health and Safety rules for trades staff.
On a daily basis ensure that all relevant documentation is carried out accurately, legibly and is returned to the workshop office on time, this includes work dockets on PDAs, service report sheets etc.
Post holder may be required to undertake tasks outside their core training, and/or work in unoccupied locations and therefore a very good understanding of Health and Safety procedures will be required.
To carry communication devices (i.e. mobile phone, pager, palm top, 2 way radios) to respond to emergencies where required.
To ensure that the maintenance section has cover each working day, the post holder will be required to co-ordinate with the supervisor before booking any annual leave.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:30
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Pay: The salary advertised for this position reflects the Agenda for Change 2024-5 rates, inclusive of a 5.5% pay award implemented from October 2024. If you join before this date, the pay award will be backdated to April 2024 or your start date, whichever is later. Until then, remuneration will be based on the 2023-4 pay bandings (Pay scales for 2023/24 | NHS Employers).
For further information please contact: Andrew Marsh, Operations and Maintenance Manager, on 07788361706 or andrew.marsh6@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
