Overview
Multi-Skilled Technician (Mechanical Bias) role at Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services
Join Mitie's dedicated maintenance team, delivering high-quality support across hospital facilities. This role is essential in ensuring our contractual obligations are met through effective and safe maintenance practices. While primarily based at the Royal Victoria Hospital, occasional cover at Freeman Hospital may be required.
Location
Royal Victoria Hospital, Newcastle (with cover at Freeman Hospital)
Shift Pattern
2 x 12-hour day shifts, 2 x 12-hour night shifts, followed by 4 days off
Additional Info
DBS check required prior to start | Shift allowance included
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks in line with contractual requirements.
* Maintain plant and equipment in accordance with O&M manuals, industry best practices, and relevant legislation.
* Supervise subcontractors and ensure compliance with Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), policies, and procedures.
* Respond to reactive maintenance requests within agreed timeframes, completing all necessary documentation.
* Work safely and professionally at all times, adhering to company policies and procedures.
* Operate effectively both independently and as part of a team.
* Maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment in plant rooms and service enclosures.
* Perform ad-hoc duties as required during your shift.
* Understand and contribute to the business continuity plan relevant to your area of work.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Completion of a recognised engineering apprenticeship.
* City & Guilds, BTEC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
* Minimum of 3 years post-apprenticeship experience, ideally within a healthcare environment.
* Proven experience in mechanical and/or multi-disciplinary maintenance, including DHW, LTHW, and ventilation systems.
* Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation.
* Ability to work on own initiative and deliver high-quality service.
* Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and customer awareness.
* Competent IT skills, including use of a PDA.
Desirable
* Electrical qualifications such as 18th Edition or City & Guilds 2391.
* Willingness to develop skills in other areas of building services.
* Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
Benefits
Our market-leading offering provides benefits that suit your lifestyle, including virtual GP services, Salary Finance (early access to earned pay for a small fee), Choices (lifestyle benefits platform), MiDeals discount program, cycle-to-work scheme, life cover, enhanced pension contributions, save-as-you-earn scheme, and the Mitie Matching Share Plan. Mitie Stars recognition includes monthly cash prizes and a top prize of £10,000 at year end. We offer diverse training and development opportunities and are committed to inclusive recruitment; adjustments are available on request during the recruitment process.
Since 1987, Mitie’s 76,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, serving a wide range of clients including banks, government sites, hospitals, and schools.
How to apply
Join our Mitie Team. Together our diversity makes us stronger.
Note: If you need adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or long-term condition, please email Safi Hasan at safi.hasan@mitie.com.
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