Mechanical Technician

WE WELCOME APPLICANTS WITH VARYING DEGREES OF EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Roles are available at Bands 4 and 5 accordingly.

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An Exciting Opportunity for a Mechanical Technician

An exciting opportunity has arisen within SLAM for a Mechanical Technician to join the Estates team. The Trust has four main sites and community properties, therefore applicants should be able to arrange their work, parts and materials and carry out tasks in a safe and tidy manner.

Key Responsibilities

• To maintain continuity of service there will be times when extra hours, altered work patterns/duties is required.
• The post-holder must have a good general knowledge of domestic and commercial buildings.

Main Duties

• Install, maintain, service, and repair a wide range of plant and equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults, give technical advice to ensure safety and compliance with HTMs and regulatory standards.
• Utilise Building Management System (BMS) to monitor, and adhere to required standards.
• Modify and document mechanical systems, install temporary setups, and manufacture or modify equipment.
• Conduct condition surveys, prepare systems for inspection
• Ensure all work meets statutory and mandatory safety requirements.
• Supervise installations and maintenance by staff and contractors.
• Liaise with compliance teams, contractors, ward staff, and other disciplines.
• Attend meetings, provide specialist advice, and manage minor projects with contractors.
• Supervise and motivate staff, manage daily work allocation, plan and organize tasks to ensure efficient workflow, provide training, and cover for the supervisor during sickness and leave.
• Oversee risk assessments, handle maintenance requests, raise purchase orders, and maintain tools and equipment.
• Manage and perform heavy repairs and equipment moves,
• Implement and contribute to policy and service development, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and other standards, participating in emergency on-call duties, and driving between trust sites in a safe and timely manner adhering to trust policies.