Overview
To be responsible for planning and implementing engineering & building services maintenance to ensure that the patient and staff environment is maintained to specified standards. To manage and review pre planned maintenance programs and update working practices and procedures. To act as an Authorised Person in Heating and Ventilation, Pressure Systems and deputise in appointed AP duties.
Note: 12h shift (4 days on, 4 off; 4 nights on, 4 off).
Main duties
To have an accredited bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or Building Services, or a Higher National Certificate or Diploma or foundation degree in mechanical engineering or Building Services, plus further learning to bachelor’s level. Registered professional working to Incorporated standard with an appropriate institution. To have or be working towards a recognised management qualification. Appropriate training to undertake Authorised Persons responsibilities to include Heating and Ventilation, Pressure Systems and deputise in LV Electrical services. To have specialist knowledge of Building Services in Healthcare premises through training and experience. To have sufficient interpersonal skills to communicate effectively at operational levels within the organisation and with users of the service and with external contractors and agencies. To have the ability to motivate and support all staff within his area of authority. To have clearly demonstrable knowledge of healthcare processes and interdepartmental relationships. To delegate appropriately so as to ensure that objectives are achieved both promptly and in a cost-effective manner. To have a sound knowledge of ACOP, HTM’s, COSHH, Health & Safety requirements/legislation and risk assessment.
About us
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
* As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
* We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.
* We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
* We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
* As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
* Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
* A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who value employing service leavers/veterans and their families.
What do we stand for?
* Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
* Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
* Our care values are collaboration, aspire, respect and enable.
Details
Date posted: 10 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 434-C7398019
Job locations: Stoke Mandeville Hospital, Aylesbury, HP21 8AL
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is an option for secondment; all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us at bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training (Essential)
* To have an accredited bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or Building Services, or a Higher National Certificate or Diploma or foundation degree in mechanical engineering or Building Services, plus further learning to bachelor’s level
* Appropriate training to undertake Authorised Persons responsibilities to include Heating and Ventilation, Pressure Systems and deputise in LV Electrical services
* To have a detailed knowledge of Building Management Systems and AutoCAD through training and experience. Proficient in departmental software including BackTraq, Safecode, Smartstream, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project)
Experience (Essential)
* Appropriate training to undertake Authorised Persons responsibilities to include Heating and Ventilation, Pressure Systems and deputise in LV Electrical services
* Ability to motivate and support staff within the area of authority
Skills, Abilities & Knowledge (Essential)
* Experience of mechanical and engineering services to buildings, and of building construction and equipment in healthcare properties
* Sound knowledge of ACOP, HTM’s, COSHH, Health & Safety requirements/legislation and risk assessment
Disclosures Note: this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and, where applicable, a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Employer Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Stoke Mandeville Hospital, Aylesbury, HP21 8AL
Website https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/
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