Mechanically Biased Multi-Skilled Technician

Job overview

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust are seeking a Mechanical Fitter/ Plumber/ Maintenance Engineer to join our busy Estates Department to perform multi-skilled tasks which can be complex and/ or non-routine.

This involves working on hot and cold-water systems, heating systems, control of water hygiene and fault finding on a wide range of engineering plant and equipment.

The successful candidate will be required to join the On-call Rota after sufficient training and must be able to respond to emergency calls within 45 minutes of leaving home and arriving at the hospital base.

Full time working hours of 37.5 hours per week and based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital; you may however be required to work at The Princess Royal Hospital or any other buildings the Trust has responsibility to maintain.

Previous applicants need not apply

Main duties of the job

• The role is to carry out mechanical and building maintenance work across hospital sites, making sure equipment and systems are safe and working well.
• You will work on heating, water, plumbing and other mechanical systems, and help with electrical and building tasks when needed. You will plan your own daily work, solve problems, and sometimes support or guide other team members.
• You will take part in the on‑call rota and must be able to reach the hospital within 45 minutes for emergencies.
• You will work safely, follow all Trust rules, and be ready to work in different areas, including tight spaces, hot or noisy places, and outdoors in bad weather.
• You will also help keep the maintenance team running smoothly and may support apprentices as they learn

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Candidate Job Pack.