Job overview
The CAD Technician provides Estates and Facilities support for the shared estates service, serving the needs of the Lincolnshire Community and Hospital Group (LCHG).
Assisting the Assets, PPM and CAD Manager and other stakeholders; ensuring that the LCHG CAD drawings are available and up-to-date, and 'as built' and 'as installed' drawings are obtained for all new construction projects. To provide wayfinding capability by the creation of detailed floor plans / models enabling visualisations for the use of space and how individuals navigate their way through such spaces.
Main duties of the job
Report directly to the Asset, PPM and CAD Manager for the issue and feedback of work on a daily basis.
To support the integration of 2D/3D CAD drawings to 3rd party wayfinding system used for real-time navigation experience.
Updating asset and location information on the CAFM system as assets, equipment & plant is replaced, upgraded or removed.
Carrying out administrative duties, for example writing reports for managers and clients, and helping to put together contracts, tenders and bids.
To be lead for manipulating, maintaining and amending as necessary, accurate, timely and complete records for CAD drawings and all manual and electronic information. Ensuring at all times the safety and confidentiality of information.
To ensure that the Trust's CAD drawings are available and up to date, and 'as built' and 'as installed' drawings are obtained for all new construction projects. "Create and maintain a library of current site electronic drawing records".
The post-holder will be expected to undertake training as required to develop themselves for taking on additional duties and responsibilities for the future.
To be flexible in undertaking the duties of the role.
Understand the principles of H&S management procedures.
The post holder will be required to travel to between sites in the LCHG estate portfolio to carry out their duty.
Reporting regularly on progress. Prepare and deliver reports in relation to the assigned areas of responsibility as requested.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!!!
Applicant requirements
This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Good understanding of PPM (planned preventative maintenance) related to property and building services.
- Good working knowledge of 2D AutoCAD (or similar Computer Aided Design Programme), ability to amend, and/or create drawings from briefs.
- Working knowledge of Building Technology & M&E systems.
- Understanding of construction processes; materials, manufacture, contractual process.
- Understanding of H&S and HSE guidance. Effective communication both written and verbal. Customer focused.
Desirable
- Manage interface of CAD directory with CAFM system.
- Knowledge of mechanical and electrical infrastructures.
- Knowledge of Medical Gas Pipework Systems.
- Knowledge of construction techniques.
Experience
Essential
- Able to work under pressure and to deadlines.
- Flexible approach
Desirable
- 3D Modelling experience; Revit, BIM, Knowledge of procedures and protocols within Estates and elsewhere.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or demonstrable equivalent experience, with additional specialist knowledge relating to construction and ‘The Built Environment’.
- Evidence of personal development as an information system manager through formal study (short courses) or continuing personal development.
- Evidence of continuing professional management or leadership development. CAD qualification (AutoCAD).
Desirable
- CAD qualification (AutoCAD).
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work in line with and role model Group values.
Skills / Competencies
Essential
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data management systems like CAFM platforms, (MiCAD).
Special Attributes / Specific Requirements
Essential
- Ability to create working ‘blocks’; create uniform legend/key details for building layouts (typically room plans).
- Be prepared to work flexible hours as required by the needs of the service.
- Travel across LCHG sites.
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This advert is for Group Estates & Facilities CAD Technician Band 5 with United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust in Lincoln County Hospital. It is listed as a Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £32073.00 to £39043.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 02 Sep 2026.
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