222160 - Technical Services Officer CAD

NHS National Services Scotland; Airdrie; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Technical Service Officer (CAD) to manage the estate database and support operational maintenance within the organization. The role involves project planning, drawing services, and the introduction of new software systems across services. Candidates should have an HND in Architectural Technology and be proficient in AutoCAD. This position offers a rewarding career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Paid sick leave

Occupational health services

Qualifications

• HND in Architectural Technology with CAD required.
• Have knowledge of construction technology and building regulations.
• Proficient in 2D & 3D CAD drawings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop the estate database.
• Provide drawing services to operational maintenance officers.
• Introduce new computer-based systems and provide training.

Skills

Knowledge of construction technology

Proficient in AutoCAD

Excellent interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Project management

Education

HND Architectural Technology with CAD

Degree in computing or engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Suite

Job description

The Role

The Technical Service Officer, Computer Aided Design (CAD) is responsible for maintaining and developing the estate database with particular reference to layout plans, service plans, on the computerised database. Providing a drawing service to the Operational Maintenance Officers, within NHS Lanarkshire, and also assist in feasibility studies and capital projects. To design & maintain excel/access database solutions and to update existing manual spreadsheets equipment/ordering/record keeping systems. Also to introduce new computer based systems to operate across PSSD and provide training, supervision for these. Train others when and if required in the use of CAD.

NHS Lanarkshire

Have you always wanted to work with NHS Lanarkshire? Then this might be the opportunity for you to join Team Lanarkshire!

Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.

We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services (which currently provide hospital based services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.

What we'll need you to bring

HND Architectural Technology with CAD with a good working Knowledge and understanding of building engineering and statutory requirements.

Have knowledge of construction technology, management, legislation, procurement procedures and building regulations.

Plan, design and prepare estate projects, including liaison with contractors and suppliers etc.

Proficient in the use of AutoCAD Architect desktop and other software such as Excel, Word, Adobe, PowerPoint, and Database applications etc

Have highly developed physical skills and accuracy, for the manipulation and_; preparation of drawings using CAD, and use of surveying tools & equipment

Have sound knowledge and experience of complex 2D & 3D technical drawings, 3D graphics and visualisation, the ability to generate presentations using these drawings.

Team player as well as ability to work on own, with man management experience and leadership qualities, adaptable, logical and methodical in approach to problem solving, with the ability to work out what is needed for a task to succeed.

Have excellent problem solving and good interpersonal skills, with th to manage change.

The ability to take responsibility and work cooperatively with others as well as being highly motivated and self directed.

Please note for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.

It would be great if you also have

Degree in computing or engineering

High proficiency level in the use of personal computers, particularly in Excel, Access and Auto CAD

Knowledge of Technical standards within the Health Sector

Highly motivated and self – directed.

Excellent communication, written and oral skills

Contract type

Permanent

Full time

37 hours

Location and Working Pattern

This role will be based in University Hospital Monklands

The working pattern for this role Mon-Thur 9-5 Friday 9-4.30

Whilst this advertisement may be for a specific post(s) in a particular location, applicants who are shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations.

Looking to find out more?

If you’re looking to find out more, then we would love to hear from you!

Please contact Diane Hunter, Acting Head of Technical Services on [e-mail]

For enquiries regarding the application form or recruitment process, please contact Lynn Deas, Recruitment Administrator on [e-mail]

(Please remember to include the job title and reference number in your email)

Why NHS Lanarkshire?

Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career.

Some of NHS Lanarkshire’s benefits include:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of service

• A minimum of 8 days of public holidays

• Membership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits (for more information on the NHS Pension Scheme visit the Scottish Public Pension)

• Paid sick leave increasing with length of service

• Occupational health services

• Employee counselling services

• Work-life Balance policies and procedures

NHS Lanarkshire have a range of support services on topics that can impact both on your working and personal life including occupational health, spiritual care and independent counselling. This support can be accessed using the links on this page.

Further Information

For more information on the role, please refer to the Job Description. If you’re looking for more information on the recruitment process, organisation or the services we provide, please refer to our information pack, or our recruitment webpage.

Additional Information for Applicants

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NHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to building a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed based on their skills, knowledge, and talent—regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or care experience* or any other dimension that can be used to differentiate people from one another.

*Care experienced applicants include those who have lived with foster parents, kinship carers, or in residential/secure children’s settings.

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Prospective applicants are encouraged to check eligibility in advance of applying for vacancies in NHS Lanarkshire.

Please note that all Band 1 and Band 2 posts are not eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route.