Overview
We have a fantastic opportunity for you to assist our hospitals as a Mechanical Craftsperson, supporting our busy Estates team.
Responsibilities
* Maintain and repair a very wide range of Plumbing, Mechanical and Plant, Equipment and Services.
* Deal with Major incidents such as large water leaks, ingress of rain water and blocked drainage in critical areas.
* Unblock drains, roof gullies, guttering down pipes, lavatory pans, urinals, macerators, basin wastes and waste disposal machines.
* Carry out Plumbing and Mechanical pipework installations, including baths, showers, basins, etc.
* Attend to and resolve a loss of heating / cooling, hot and cold water services to critical areas and Medical gases to critical areas.
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance, new work and repair of Plumbing / Mechanical Plant & Equipment: showers, baths, basins, sinks, lavatories, macerators, waste disposals, medium temperature hot water plant, low temperature hot water plant, heating & ventilation systems, air-conditioning systems, calorifiers and hot water systems, medical equipment, medical gas plant and equipment, water softening plant, refrigeration systems, environmental computer controlled systems.
* Carry out plumbing / fitting installations and alterations.
* Assist the Development Team in the implementation of major services shutdowns and commissioning arrangements for new developments and hand-over procedures for the engineering systems.
* Demonstrate complex fault diagnosis skills, interpreting technical issues and formulating technical solutions to improve performance and maintain the service.
Essential information for applicants
* The organisation values individuality and authenticity in the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, responses should reflect your own voice, experiences and motivations.
* We may close adverts early in exceptional circumstances and some roles have caps on applications; please submit promptly if you are interested.
* Flexible working options may be available; discuss with the recruiting/line manager.
* DBS checks are undertaken for roles eligible for a criminal record check, in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
* Applications from those meeting Skilled Worker visa criteria are welcome; please visit gov.uk for more information.
* Must have a valid UK driving licence or other means of commuting in and out of hours.
About the organisation
At UHSussex we are proud to be at the heart of the NHS, one of the UK's largest acute Trusts. We value learning, teaching and training, and aim to support you in growing and developing throughout your career. We promote diversity and inclusion, offer staff networks and a wellbeing programme, and support flexible working where possible.
Benefits and opportunities
We offer extensive training and development opportunities, access to courses and certifications, and a comprehensive benefits package including the NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave, and health and wellbeing programmes. There is potential to participate in an on-call rota to increase earning potential.
Application and contact
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack
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