Advanced Engineer - Mechanical

EAST LANCASHIRE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in England seeks a motivated mechanical tradesperson for maintenance and installation within NHS properties. The ideal candidate will have experience in plumbing and heating, mechanical fitting, and fault finding. Responsibilities include working on various mechanical systems and collaborating within a team. Flexible working is required, and training will be provided. This position supports the Trust's commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical maintenance and installation.
• Knowledge of water systems, heating and pressure systems.
• Experience handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical maintenance and installation work.
• Assist with healthcare related mechanical services.
• Communicate effectively with team and patients.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Plumbing and heating

Mechanical fitting

Fault finding

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Full apprenticeship or equivalent approved training

NVQ3 or BTEC

City and Guilds qualifications

Job description

Overview

The Estates department at Furness General Hospital seeks a motivated, time-served and suitably qualified mechanical tradesperson experienced in plumbing and heating, mechanical fitting, or associated plant maintenance and fault finding. The role involves mechanical maintenance and installation work within acute and community NHS properties, under the Mechanical Estates Officer. The position focuses on safety, efficient operation, and service to patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical maintenance and installation work on water systems, heating and pressure systems, and steam production.
• Assist with systems such as ventilation, air conditioning, medical gases, and other healthcare related mechanical services, with full training where required.
• Work as part of a team and, where needed, autonomously; communicate effectively with colleagues, Trust staff, patients, and external parties.
• Self-motivate, work with limited supervision, and be prepared to flexibly support other trades to maintain building services.

Qualifications and Experience

• Full apprenticeship or equivalent approved training.
• NVQ3, BTEC or equivalent; AP/CP training in related subjects (desirable).
• City and Guilds qualifications in relevant subjects (desirable).
• Certificate in Hot & Cold Water Systems (BS2/H) (desirable).
• Certificate in Disinfection of Water Supplies (WN18) and knowledge/experience of steam plant and other pressure systems (desirable).
• Experience of safe systems of work in a mechanical setting; experience of hot and cold water systems including Legionella control and prevention (desirable).
• Experience of BMS systems and hospital systems and equipment (desirable).
• Experience of commercial or industrial large-scale mechanical plant; the ability to communicate verbally and in writing with various stakeholders.
• Ability to handle information sensitively and confidentially; computer literate.

Requirements and Environment

Flexible working will be required; you may assist other trades and undertake other tasks to maintain building services. A healthcare background is advantageous but not essential, as specific training will be provided.

Employer Information and Diversity

Lancashire and South Cumbria Provider Collaborative (OneLSC) brings together five NHS trusts to share skills and standardise practices across the region. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from protected groups, including BAME, LGBT+, and people with a disability. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer with a zero-tolerance policy to aggression, violence, bullying and harassment. Our recruitment aims to reflect the diverse communities we serve.

The postholder may have access to vulnerable people as part of normal duties; this post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable. The post is based at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust properties through OneLSC Corporate Collaboration; it is advertised by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust.