Overview
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board has an exciting opportunity to join our Facilities team as a Facilities Operative working within Domestic Services. This post is based at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr Hospital in Ystrad Mynach.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is committed to enhancing the patient and customer experience and who has a passion for providing a high level of customer service. Previous experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.
Main duties
The post-holder will undertake a range of specific work functions across the Facilities service. The duties within each function will be set out in the relevant job schedules. The assignment of these duties will meet the priority needs and demands of the service as identified by the manager/supervisor. The post-holder will therefore be expected to take a flexible approach to their duties, and must also be able to cover rosters. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working hours
The working hours will be 1 x 07:00 – 12:00 per week and 3 x 15:00 – 20:00 shifts per week.
Qualifications
Essential criteria – Knowledge gained on corporate and local facilities induction and completion of internal training programme over a 12 week period (1 week departmental training with a further 2 weeks on the job training); working knowledge of procedures and equipment relevant to the post; knowledge of COSHH regulations Health & Safety Policies and work procedures; knowledge of Infection Control Policy, Guidelines and Procedures; knowledge of ISO 9002 regards recording data; Basic Food Hygiene Training; knowledge and compliance with Mandatory Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers - NHS Circular CEL 23 (2010).
Desirable criteria – BIFM/NVQ level 2.
Experience
Desirable criteria – Previous experience in a similar role.
Aptitude and abilities
Essential criteria – Good customer care skills; ability to work under pressure; good communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work unsupervised or as part of a team; basic IT skills; moving and handling skills; operation of mechanical and electrical machinery safely and effectively.
Desirable criteria – Ability to speak Welsh.
Values
Essential criteria – Demonstrable qualities such as care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment.
Other
Essential criteria – Flexible approach to work.
Seniorities and employment details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post. If you are shortlisted you will be contacted via the email account you used to apply; please check your account regularly. Applicants are encouraged to apply in Welsh; any Welsh application will not be treated less favourably than English applications. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from protected characteristics and from those in the Armed Forces Community. If you have any requirements to enable you to participate in the application and selection process, we will discuss reasonable adjustments or support. If you need documents in larger font or a different format (e.g., braille), please contact the recruiting manager or the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team at 01495 745805 option 3 or abb.vacancyrequests@wales.nhs.uk.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace and opportunities for development and career progression. Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance care closer to home and high-quality hospital care when needed.
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