Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Multi Skilled Technician - Mechanical
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Role Overview
1.1. The post holder will undertake complex planned and non-routine reactive maintenance work and repairs to maintain the building engineering plant, equipment, and systems to a high standard throughout the Trust, in order to ensure safe operation, serviceability, and compliance with statutory and Mandatory regulations. This will include support to other Estates Operatives and the Estates Helpdesk.
1.2. Under management direction and in conjunction with the Estates Officers, plan, lead, and deliver the repair and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) of mechanical and electrical services.
1.3. The post is a “hands-on” position and the post holder will possess the skills to carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks as part of the role in leading, supporting, and training the team and its designated activities to ensure compliance with statute and best practice.
1.4. Support the development of a multi-skilled approach to the provision of mechanical/electrical services.
1.5. To undertake “Competent Person” duties for Mechanical and water systems as defined in HTM’s.
1.6. The post holder will respond to Helpdesk reactive maintenance/breakdown calls and carry out remedial works as necessary, providing accurate feedback information to the customer and Helpdesk.
Key Responsibilities
1.1. Diagnose and solve a wide range of complex technical issues and repair faults in mechanical and engineering installation, plant, and equipment, finding solutions and passing on knowledge to others.
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1.2. Completion of all designated maintenance tasks in line with statutory requirements, and to a high standard.
1.3. Following appropriate assessment and training, will be appointed by the Trust and act as a Competent Person for a range of systems including Ventilation, Water, and LV electrical systems.
1.4. Carry out repairs, maintain, and efficiently run plant and equipment and use multi-faceted equipment.
1.5. To support the Estates Officer (operations). This may require participation in meetings, communication with contractors, and advice on site arrangements and engineering systems issues in relation to surveys by external agencies and surveyors.
1.6. Liaise with company representatives regarding the operation, repair, and servicing of specialist equipment and implement contracts as necessary to ensure the best service with respect to cost, quality, and performance is achieved.
1.7. To report to their line manager any maintenance defects observed, faulty or damaged equipment, and forward any suggestions they may have to improve the maintenance service.
1.8. Maintain sustained focus during complex fault-finding tasks, effectively managing unpredictable inspections, and responding promptly to emergency interruptions without compromising accuracy.
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About the Trust
Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care, and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.
We specialise in conditions of the eyes (corneoplastics), hands, head and neck cancer, and skin cancer, reconstructive breast surgery, maxillofacial surgery, and prosthetics, providing regional and national services in these areas of clinical expertise. Our world-leading clinical teams also treat more common conditions of the eyes, hands, skin, and teeth for the people of East Grinstead and the surrounding areas. In addition, QVH provides a minor injuries unit, expert therapies, a sleep service, and a growing portfolio of community-based services. Patients consistently rate QVH amongst the top hospitals in the country for quality of care.
Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits, contact:
- Name: Adrian Lee
- Job title: Associate Director for Estates & Facilities
- Email address: adrianlee@nhs.net
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