Maintenenace Assistant

Maintenance Assistant

James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, TS4 3BW

Full Time, Permanent (37.5 hours per week) 

8-week cycle working a mixture of days and nights (07:00 - 19:00 or 19:00 to 07:00)

Salary - £38,875.00 including shift allowance plus Serco benefits.

Main Purpose:

To carry out planned and reactive services to the estates systems on the site. To undertake minor improvement and minor capital works as directed by Estates management. The Maintenance Assistant (Higher Level) - shift will be responsible for minor repair and routine maintenance work on identified plant and equipment.

Main Accountabilities:

·       Undertake planned preventative maintenance tasks in accordance with a computerised programme, recording actions and times taken i.e. ward based furniture (beds etc.) and wet cell battery maintenance.

·       To carry out tasks and duties, as required, associated with the re-active maintenance of the site i.e. electrical isolation up to competency level

·       To work as part of a multi-skilled team providing an efficient estates service.

·       To comply with all Health and Safety Regulations.

·       To ensure that requests and breakdowns are dealt with effectively and efficiently.

·       To carry out all types of mechanical, electrical, building and/or grounds maintenance as requested and within competence levels.

·       Undertake supervised routine maintenance and minor repair works that do not justify the attention of a fully qualified. 

·       Undertake minor unsupervised repair work within trained skill set capabilities and as directed.

·       Perform quarterly and annual maintenance routines to firefighting equipment.

·       Perform routine monitoring of domestic hot and cold-water systems. Recording distribution and return temperatures having a full understanding of parameters required by current guidance.

·       Learn and appreciate skills of assistants in other trades as required

·       Use of relevant hand tools and equipment.

·       Demonstrate a basic knowledge of workshop safety practices.

·       Perform other unskilled routine works, including labouring as needed.

·       Perform routine monitoring of ventilation and air conditioning systems with specific regard for legionella prevention and filter integrity.

·       Perform weekly safety and performance tests on bench top sterilizers.

·       Produce emergency lighting report from BMS interpolate emergency lighting report produced by Building Management system and implement corrective action as required.

·       Complete routine monitoring of hydrotherapy pool plants, steam raising, chilled water and preparing chemicals for dosing plants and recording plant performance.

·       Perform routine maintenance/inspection and testing of thermostatic mixing valves (TMV), replacing cartridges and strainer elements as required.

·       Undertake routine performance monitoring of RO plants and general water treatment systems.

·       Routine inspection and repairs to patient call and entertainment systems.

·       To undertake training when required, specific to job role i.e. Competent Person Appointment.

What you'll need to do the role:

·       Understanding the importance of the Performance Management System

·       Completing tasks within the PMS rectification time to avoid penalties

·       Working to challenging completion times.

·       Required to work un-sociable hours 

·       Working around potentially vulnerable patients and/or members of the public

·       Work patterns are often disrupted, and judgment is required to determine work priorities

·       Will be required to determine their own decisions and when unsupervised; they will experience lone working.

·       Delegated work is carried out efficiently and in accordance with instructions.

·       Work is carried out in accordance with relevant health and safety legislation and safe systems of work.

·       Department tools and personal equipment in jobholders care are maintained in good condition.

·       All relevant records are maintained up to date and in accordance with department policies.

·       The correct and careful use of all equipment used in the day to day duties of the job holder

·       Ensuring that the company's Health, Safety and Environmental Policy is observed.

·       Awareness of how maintained equipment impacts on the patient experience.

·       Contribute to the department's running efficiency by suggesting improvements to the service as appropriate.

·       Contribute proactively and positively to maintain a suitable working environment

Why Serco?

Meaningful and vital work: Working within a Hospital at Serco means that you'll play a critical role in ensuring that patients continue to receive the support that they need 24/7.
 
A world of opportunity: It takes a diverse team to support a hospital and we're big on internal progression. So, whether you specialise your skills, progress into team management or move into operations, you'll find all the opportunity you need to evolve your career.
 
Great people: Hospitals are busy places and you will find yourself interacting with staff, patients, visitors and of course your supportive team. You will be a significant part of the hospital.

What we offer  

·       Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews.

·       Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.

·       Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

·       Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.

·       Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres.

·       Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.

·       ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.

·       Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.

·       Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.

About Serco
At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services.  We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks - SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging. 

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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leader employers and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.  For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.
 

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