Mechanically biased multi skilled technician

Mechanically Biased Multi Skilled Technician

Applications are invited for the role of Mechanical Biased Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Craftsperson within the Estates Department at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH). This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team, playing a vital role in supporting the safe and efficient operation of essential hospital services.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual who has successfully completed a recognised mechanical craft apprenticeship (such as EITB, CITB, or an equivalent approved scheme), ideally supported by qualifications at HNC/HND level or demonstrable equivalent experience.

The successful candidate will bring a strong multi‑skilled capability, evidenced by completion of a recognised multi‑skilling course (City & Guilds or equivalent), or substantial relevant experience across multiple disciplines.

Main duties of the job

To undertake a multi‑skilled role to carry out maintenance, repairs and inspection of building, mechanical and electrical services, associated systems, plant and equipment in accordance with relevant standards, legislative requirements and operational procedures.

To assist the Team Leader in leading and supervising the Estates Department trades personnel, multi‑skilled technicians and external contractors. Provide support, advice and assistance to qualified and semi‑skilled staff to ensure that the Foundation Trust’s assets are running efficiently. Co‑ordinate and plan work for staff delegated into his/her charge.

The post holder will be expected to carry out both routine and complex maintenance requests in an efficient and effective manner to support successful delivery of a customer‑focussed estate maintenance service for the Foundation Trust and assist the Team Leader in the management and supervision of in‑house and contract labour to ensure effective maintenance and operation of all buildings, plant and associated services.

About us

There’s never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We’re working on a once‑in‑a‑generation opportunity to build a new state‑of‑the‑art hospital due to open in 2031/32 and we are also carrying out one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we’ve ever undertaken.

Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper‑based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined‑up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond.

At the QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community‑based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambridgeshire and South Lincolnshire.

We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as ‘Good’, and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships.

We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award‑winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome. We love working here and think you will too.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Training and Professional Development

• Must have completed a recognised electrical or mechanical apprenticeship such as EITB, CITB or similar, approved apprenticeship scheme
• Must have completed an appropriate multi‑skilling course to City & Guilds level or equivalent, or must have appropriate multi‑skilling experience.
• Formal training, ideally in an engineering discipline to HNC/HND level, or commensurate level of experience.

Experience

• Understanding of the operational procedures and safe working practices of major items of plant and systems such as:
  • Heating and domestic water services
  • Ventilation plant and associated systems
  • Sterilisation and decontamination equipment
  • Medical gas pipeline system and associated plant
  • Diesel Oil systems
  • Natural gas fired equipment
  • Building Management System (BMS)
• Awareness of the operational procedures and safe working practices of major items of plant and systems, such as:
  • Emergency generating equipment
  • Lifts
• Experience in risk management, including undertaking audits, risk assessments, method statements, undertaking Authorised Persons duties and issuing/managing permit to work systems

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Able to interpret technical information and advise staff on maintenance issues.
• Ability to use a wide range of test equipment.
• Ability to formulate solutions to improve performance, selection of suitable equipment and/or parts to repair plant, equipment and buildings.
• Ability to prioritise work when urgent demands or emergencies arise.
• Prepared to work rostered shifts which ensures 24‑hour on‑site cover 365 (6) days a year, and to provide cover for colleagues who may be absent.
• Must hold a current valid driving licence and be willing to use personal vehicle for business use.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT