6 month temp - perm role - Maintenance Supervisor
Salary £34, 254 - £42,977
To Supervise a small team of maintenance staff, 5 trades people located throughout Bute & Cowal locality - Cowal (Dunoon), Bute (Rothesay), Helensburgh & Lochside (Helensburgh VICC) of the HSCP.
The Estates Department looks after all buildings and equipment across the service.
Its role is to make sure everything is safe, maintained, and meets legal and NHS standards.
The team manages 56 properties with a budget of around £3.7 million.
There are 25 staff covering technical and support roles.
Main Responsibilities
Supervision & Planning
Manage and supervise maintenance staff and contractors.
Plan and organise maintenance schedules (electrical, mechanical, buildings, and grounds).
Monitor staff attendance and performance.
Oversee small projects and repair work.
Hands-On Maintenance
Carry out maintenance and repairs on systems such as: Heating, boilers, and hot water systems
Air conditioning and ventilation
Electrical systems and equipment
Fire alarms, emergency lighting, and generators
Medical and hospital equipment (beds, hoists, etc.)
Lifts, security systems, and nurse call systems
Respond to faults and breakdowns quickly and fix issues.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Follow all health and safety rules and NHS policies.
Carry out risk assessments and use permits to work safely.
Manage legionella control (water safety checks, cleaning, monitoring).
Keep maintenance records for audits and compliance.
Equipment & Testing
Carry out testing (e.g. PAT testing on electrical equipment).
Install and commission new equipment safely.
Maintain tools, materials, and stock.
Administration & Systems
Use systems to: Log and complete work orders
Record time and materials
Track maintenance and safety checks
Order materials and approve spending within limits.
On-Call Duties
Take part in an out-of-hours emergency rota to deal with urgent issues.
Decision Making
Work independently day-to-day with general oversight from the Estates Officer.
Prioritise and schedule work based on needs.
Diagnose faults and decide on the best solutions.
Order materials and define technical requirements for jobs.
Key Challenges
Working in difficult conditions (tight spaces, heights, extreme temperatures).
Responding to emergencies (e.g. floods, power loss, equipment failure).
Solving complex problems with limited resources.
Working in a busy hospital environment and dealing with sensitive situations.
Communication
You'll regularly work with:
Estates Managers & Supervisors - planning and decision-making
Estates Team - coordinating daily work
NHS Staff - arranging access and explaining work
Contractors & Suppliers - organising jobs and materials
Tools & Equipment Used
Hand and power tools
Electrical testing equipment
Access equipment (ladders, platforms, cherry pickers)
IT systems and maintenance software
Vehicles and lifting equipment
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Summary
This role combines supervision, hands-on maintenance, and planning to keep hospital buildings and equipment safe, compliant, and running smoothly. It also involves responding to emergencies and supporting healthcare services with minimal disruption.
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