Job overview
We require a fully qualified Plumber. You should be qualified to City and Guilds Advanced standard or equivalent NVQ level 3 and have served a recognised apprenticeship or undergone modern training to an equivalent standard.
The post holder will hold the necessary maintenance skills to ensure the safe and continuous operation of mechanical and electrical engineering services and building plant. As an integral member of the Maintenance team should be able to demonstrate leadership skills. This will involve planning, organising activities and working across trade groups and contractors staff to provide an effective maintenance, repair and installation service, which is responsive to the users needs.
The post holder would be employed on work appropriate to their core tradecraft skill and hold/attain multi skill competence across a range of complex technical engineering and building skill areas within Maintenance.
The post holder should be able to demonstrate assessed competence and be willing to undertake training in order to achieve the above.
Main duties of the job
Working as part of the Maintenance team, principally working on Mechanical services covering heating systems, pipework and pumps, air handling units, ventilation units, plate heat exchangers. Knowledge of steam heated calorifiers for heating and hot water
It is desirable that you have a good range of maintenance experience including a good knowledge of legionella control & prevention.
Have the ability to interpret technical mechanical detailed manuals, undertake complex fault diagnose using cause effect analysis, repair and test complex Trust Engineering installations, plant and equipment and building elements.. Assist in commissioning, problem solve new technical services and communicate technical knowledge to others, particularly in the safe use of equipment.
A full driving licence is essential.
The successful applicant may be required to join our emergency cover rota after a probationary period, which may involve working unsocial hours on occasion
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To carry out maintenance work within a safe environment and to a high quality across the full range of Engineering services, plant, equipment, and building fabric which will involve the use of fine hand instrumentation and calibration of equipment.
Have the ability to interpret technical detailed manuals, undertake complex fault diagnose using cause effect analysis, repair and test complex Trust Engineering installations, plant and equipment and building elements. This includes Environmental Building Management Systems, Lifts, Plumbing, glazing, Steam and LPHW and CW Systems , Ventilation /AC systems, Laundry and Catering Equipment, Fire systems , Gas systems. Assist in commissioning, problem solve new technical services and communicate technical knowledge to others, particularly in the safe use of equipment.
Plan and organise the maintenance work associated with the post holders responsibilities.
Work within the Facilities Managements Information System and to adhere to all managerial requirements.
Maintain records of work carried out in accordance with working practices.
Ensure the security of all plant, equipment and buildings under the jurisdiction of the Maintenance Department.
Supervise, communicate and develop Maintenance support workers and assess/evaluate the quality of the work.
The post holder shall support the provision of professional supervision, induction training of new starters, Apprentices and other Maintenance staff as part of a Personal Development Programme.
Carry out building fabric installation improvement works.
Drive Trust vehicles to assist in the collection and delivery of maintenance items and service delivery in accordance with the Trust Transport Policy
Undertake training where necessary and to learn new techniques across a range of core trade areas.
To support, advise and action Policy and Safe Working Procedures.
Be an active member of the Hospital Fire and Major Incident Team
Assist in the Statutory testing programme to ensure compliance with current legislation.
To work in potentially hazardous areas, confined spaces and contaminated equipment taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage all in accordance with the Trust and Department –Health and Safety Policies and Safe Working Procedures.
To report any building, plant and equipment failures and request in writing for the supply of goods or services taking reference to Maintenance manuals, manufacturers data etc.
The post holder shall assist in the maintenance of stock levels.
To liaise with Wards and Department staff to ensure the requested complex and routine work is specified correctly to meet the users needs, provided efficiently and completed within the agreed priority response periods.
The post holder shall promptly respond to unpredictable incidents and emergency requests received via Hospital Bleep and or mobile communications.
To assist in site based surveys, including the reporting of defects. The post holder shall also assist in ensuring the full utilisation of the Building Management System.
Person specification
Education
Essential
- • Attained a recognised City and Guilds Advanced Craft certified qualification or equivalent plus significant post apprenticeship experience
- • NVQ level 3 maintenance engineering or equivalent
- • Be willing and able to participate in an ongoing training development programme within NHS Maintenance services
- • Hold a current UK driving licence.
Desirable
- • Attained or working towards a recognised BTEC/HNC recognised qualification or equivalent
- • Completed and hold a recognised and certified Supervisory /Leadership/Management qualification
- • Relevant accredited NVQ and NHS Technical Qualifications
Experience
Essential
- • Be able to demonstrate competence in the required range of technical aspects applicable to the post
- • Demonstrate a minimum of twelve months previous experience in a maintenance craft role within a large site environment having completed a recognised building/engineering apprenticeship.
- • Proven ability to understand detailed procedures ,concentrate and understand technical drawings and diagrams and diagnose technical faults
- • Be able to demonstrate an ability to manage priorities under pressure
- • Be able to problem solve and rectify faults to fit for purpose standards
Desirable
- • Be able to demonstrate some continued training across traditional trade groups
Flexibility
Essential
- • Demonstrate ability to cover in the department and provide reasonable flexibility in terms of hours worked
- • Proven ability to adapt to change
- • Proven ability to work in a team, be supportive of team members
Other skills
Essential
- • Proven ability to keep information confidential
Desirable
- • Demonstrable team leading qualities
- • Actively seeks to develop their own knowledge, skills and ability
- • Have external interests outside of the scope of the job
Communication
Essential
- • Clear and accurate written and verbal communication skills. Able to listen effectively
Desirable
- • Ability to relate to people at all levels within and beyond the Trust
Learning ability
Essential
- • Proven ability to adapt to new ideas, knowledge and skills
- • Develop the ability to use own initiative and work under supervision
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This advert is for Multi skilled Maintenance Craftsperson – Higher level - Plumber with East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust in Blackburn, North West, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £28,392 - £31,157 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 09 Jul 2026.
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