Overview
Mechanical Engineer opportunity within a collaborative and dynamic team that values expertise and innovation. The role involves tackling a wide range of unique challenges to directly improve patient care and outcomes, with training and development opportunities available to advance your career.
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including NHS pension, generous annual leave, and health and wellbeing programs. You may also participate in an on-call rota to increase earning potential. This is a chance to grow professionally while contributing to meaningful work.
Before applying, please review the job description and person specifications to ensure your qualifications and experience meet the required criteria. If you require additional support with completing your application, please contact the Facilities and Estates Recruitment Team at the email below.
Interviews will be held in person and a workplace-based assessment may be required.
Responsibilities
* Maintain and repair a wide range of Mechanical, Electrical and Medical Plant & Equipment and Building faults
* Deputise for Team Leaders
* Undertake Authorised Person/ Competent Person roles (e.g., Legionella, medical gas pipelines, electrical safety and ventilation) as required or deputise as responsible person
* Coordinate with approved Contractors for maintenance, breakdowns and repairs
* Be included on the On-Call Rota to respond to emergencies outside core hours
* Manage major incidents such as loss of electrical services, loss of medical gas to critical areas, and loss of heating/hot water to critical areas
* Motivate, train and develop the maintenance team and apprenticeship scheme; ensure efficient use of labour and materials
* Plan and perform planned maintenance and repair of Mechanical and Electrical plant, equipment and services
* Escalate calls to approved team leaders for contractor involvement as needed
* Plan and prioritise work to meet service needs
Qualifications and Information
As a university trust and leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training and aim to support staff development throughout your career. Our teams are committed to patient-first care and an inclusive workplace culture.
Benefits and Diversity
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We offer a candidate information pack and wellbeing programme designed to support staff, including flexible working where possible to support work-life balance.
We strive to create a compassionate environment for patients and staff alike and provide resources to help you succeed within our community.
How to Apply
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
For further details or informal visits contact:
Name: Vance Walker
Job title: Workshop Manager
Email: vance.walker@nhs.net
Telephone: 01903 285095 (between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM)
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