Job summary
The post holder will be part of a multi-disciplinary estates team, providing supervision and management of staff and specialist contractors.
The role involves acting as an Authorised Person (AP) for various engineering services as defined within Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) 00. The specific services will be determined by the Compliance and Mechanical Services Manager and the Head of Operational Estates, based on service needs. The post holder will also ensure engineering services comply with statutory, mandatory, and best practice standards, including HTM alignment.
The candidate should have substantial supervisory experience or be willing to undertake further training. They will manage external contractors and staff efficiently, ensuring key deliverables such as work requests, resource management, safety, and team communication are met.
Main duties of the job
The main responsibilities include maintenance, installation, commissioning, and testing of various engineering services:
1. Act as Authorised Person (AP) for engineering systems
2. Decontamination (SSD)
3. MGPS (Medical Gas Piped Systems)
4. Lifts
5. LV Electrical systems
6. Water Systems
7. Ventilation systems
8. Participate in the Trade On Call Rota
9. Manage Automatic, Active, and Passive Fire Protection
10. Support service delivery during technician absence
About us
Harrogate Integrated Facilities (HIF) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Harrogate and District Foundation Trust (HDFT). We provide services including Maintenance, Sterile Services, Portering, Catering, and more to the hospital and community.
Our mission is to deliver exceptional integrated facilities for our communities, staff, and partners.
Additional notes
* Posts may close early if sufficient applications are received due to high interest.
* Visa sponsorship is limited to certain roles; please verify eligibility before applying.
* We do not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
* All offers are subject to pre-employment checks.
Job details
Posted on: 01 May 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference: 421-HIF-2090A
Location: Harrogate District Hospital, Lancaster Park Road, Harrogate, HG2 7SX
Job responsibilities
See attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact Jacob Snelson at jacob.snelson@nhs.net for more details.
Person Specification
Education (Essential):
* Recognised trade apprenticeship or equivalent NVQ/relevant experience
* HNC in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or willingness to pursue within 2 years
Experience (Essential):
* 4 years post-apprenticeship experience in servicing/testing/maintaining complex electrical/mechanical equipment
Skills (Essential):
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Good understanding of H&S
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and IT
Additional requirements
This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Applications requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship are welcome; see UK Visas and Immigration guidelines. Applicants must provide criminal record certificates from countries of residence over the past 10 years if applicable.
Employer details
Harrogate Integrated Facilities
Address: Harrogate District Hospital, Lancaster Park Road, Harrogate, HG2 7SX
Website: https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/
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