Location: West Cumberland Hospital, Whitehaven, CA28 8JG
Job Type: Full-Time (37.5hrs) – Permanent, Band 3
Salary: Agenda for Change band 3 with unsociable hours enhancements
Closing Date: 18 October 2024
About the Role
The role of a Maintenance Assistant working Shifts is an exciting opportunity within the Estates Department at West Cumberland Hospital. As part of a 5-person shift rota, you will be responsible for undertaking maintenance, repairs, minor improvement, and capital work across the Trust, ensuring that all tasks meet the safety standards and procedures required.
Shifts operate on a 5-weekly rotation, covering first shifts (06:00-13:00), back shifts (13:00-20:30), night shifts (20:30-06:00), with one week off every five weeks. You will also provide cover for your colleagues during their annual leave or sickness absence.
The post holder will work unsupervised outside of normal hours, handling tasks such as power distribution, lighting systems, plumbing, emergency joinery, and responding to urgent calls through radio and pager systems. Emergency support will be available from an on-call engineer.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out maintenance and repair work on electrical, mechanical, and sanitary systems
- Respond to maintenance requests and prioritize tasks based on urgency
- Work on systems such as standby generators, nurse call systems, fire detection systems, air conditioning plants, and medical gas systems
- Handle emergency joinery works, such as repairing windows and doors
- Unblock and repair ward bedpan disposal machines
Requirements
- Experience in building services or maintenance environment
- Knowledge of health and safety in the work environment
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Able to work unsupervised and within a team
- Full driving license for operating vehicles such as snow ploughs
Qualifications
- GCSE grade C or above in Mathematics and English, or equivalent
- Basic Health and Safety training
Desirable Skills
- NVQ 2 in building maintenance or similar qualification
- Experience with Portable Appliance Testing and minor repairs
Benefits
- 27 days of annual leave, rising to 33 days after 10 years
- Flexible working scheme
- NHS pension scheme
- Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies
- Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
Equal Opportunity Statement
At North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, we are committed to creating a diverse workforce. Applications are welcome from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, or marital status. Flexible working requests are considered in line with the needs of the service.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
A Standard DBS check will be required for this position, and costs will be deducted from your salary. You will also be required to join the DBS update service, with an annual subscription fee of £13.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from individuals requiring a Skilled Worker Visa are welcome, subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.
Job location
West Cumberland Hospital, Whitehaven, CA28 8JG
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Application Process
If you meet the requirements, please apply online before the closing date. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview via email. If you have any concerns, please contact the recruitment team for further assistance.
Reference number: 262-A-24-6649697
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