Estates Mobile Technician (Multi-Skilled) role at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Overview
We are looking for a self-motivated and reliable individual with a positive can-do attitude. You must be a time served Mobile Estates Technician with experience working on reactive breakdowns, planned maintenance, and minor/project works within a healthcare (or similar) building environment. A genuine multi-trade hard services background is essential, with any prior mechanical/electrical/building/plumbing and gas training/practise being an essential for the role. Electrical competency training is a valuable additional skill. You will work proactively within a dynamic and innovative Estates department to meet departmental and Trust requirements.
Responsibilities
* Manage repair requests promptly, meet quality standards, and keep clients advised of status. Oversee complex plant breakdowns and lead recommendations for resolution.
* Provide clear guidance to non-technical end users.
* Ensure Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks are carried out by the Estates team, including Legionella prevention, scalding risk assessment, PAT testing, fire alarm testing, lifts, boilers, and building fabric.
* Procure stores and parts as needed using a purchase card system.
* Record time and materials on MICAD Helpdesk software on a Trust-issued device.
* Interpret instructions, drawings, and specifications; work independently and guide others to do the same.
* Diagnose and resolve complex faults using industry best practices.
* Manufacture, assemble, and install new work.
* Manage health and safety and risk assessments for staff and contractors.
* Ensure work is completed to a high standard, including finishing and making good.
* Lead discussions with the Estates Supervisor on significant building or engineering faults affecting services.
* Stay flexible and up-to-date on new technology; recommend innovation when needed.
* Deputise for the Estates Maintenance Supervisor as required.
* Carry a mobile phone during duty and respond promptly.
Qualifications and Experience
* Time-served Mobile Estates Technician with experience in reactive breakdowns, planned maintenance, and minor/project works in a healthcare or similar building environment.
* Strong multi-trade hard services background (mechanical/electrical/building/plumbing and gas training/practise).
* Any prior electrical competency training is a plus.
Working Pattern and Benefits
Working pattern: 37.5 hours per week + on-call stipend after 2 months (on-call adds approximately £5,200 per annum) + occasional overtime as scheduled.
* Flexible working options to support work-life balance
* 27 days’ annual leave rising with service, with buy/sell option
* Generous NHS pension scheme
* Excellent learning and career development opportunities
* Cycle to Work and car leasing schemes including electric vehicles
* Wellbeing tools and services
* Discounts at retailers and restaurants
* Staff networks to support equality and diversity
* Generous maternity, paternity, adoption, and special leave
* Free parking across Trust sites
How to Apply / Contact
For further details or informal visits, contact:
Name: Julius Okot-Chono
Job title: Estates Manager
Email: julius.okotChono@berkshire.nhs.uk
Telephone: 07884 113232
Location and Additional Information
Locations include Berkshire sites across Reading, Staines-upon-Thames, Feltham, Oxford, Hounslow, Slough, Princes Risborough, Weybridge, Abingdon-on-Thames, High Wycombe, Cobham, Fleet, Farnborough, Didcot, Newbury, and other areas in Berkshire. Referrals may increase interviewing chances.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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