Band 4 - Mechanical Craftsperson, Estates

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Watford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a motivated individual to join the Estates team. You will diagnose and repair faults on complex mechanical services and plumbing systems, while prioritising safety and patient care.

The role offers training opportunities and on-call duties to support critical hospital operations. With 37.5 hours per week and site-based work, you will contribute to planned maintenance, emergency responses, and improving hospital infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Must have completed one of the following: recognised apprenticeship (City & Guilds), B-TEC ONC, NVQ2 or recognised equivalent training/experience in Mechanical/Plumbing Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair faults on complex mechanical services and engineering plant and equipment.
• Monitor temperatures and recalibrate thermostatic mixing valves, tanks and calorifiers to ensure Legionella policy compliance.
• Fabricate/repair pipework and install new plumbing work as required.
• Work on steam raising plant, heating systems, compressors, pumps and controls.
• Carry out statutory inspections and testing on mechanical services and document results.
• Undertake electrical isolations as instructed and on competency.
• Assist with on-site decisions to keep patients and staff safe.
• Support preventative maintenance and respond to emergencies as required.

Education

Recognised Apprenticeship / City & Guilds

B-TEC ONC

NVQ2 or equivalent (Mechanical/Plumbing Engineering)

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and skilled individual to join our Estates team, where you will have the opportunity to contribute to a vital service supporting patient care.

You would need to have completed any of the following: recognised and registered Apprenticeship in City & Guilds, B-TEC ONC, NVQ2 and above or have achieved recognised equivalent training or experience in Mechanical/Plumbing Engineering so that you are able to work on your own initiative, make safe and prioritize requests.

Training may be available in site specific roles, and you will be able to broaden and develop your skills with the support of the Estates management..

Emergency overtime when required and to work unsupervised.

37.5 hours a week Monday to Thursday 8am to 4.30pm (1 hour lunch time) and Friday 8am to 4pm (30 minutes lunch time).

Must participate in the Mechanical on call rota currently 1 week in 9 and to be able to make on site decisions using your own initiative to keep patients and staff safe.

• Previous applicants need not apply*
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Please note - we are unable to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship (Work Permit)

Diagnose and repair faults on complex mechanical services, engineering plant and equipment, deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others.

Monitor temperatures using handheld data collection device, diagnose faults, recalibrate, and carry out repairs to thermostatic mixing valves, tanks and calorifiers to ensure compliance with the Control of Legionella Policy.

Manufacture, assemble, erect, and install new plumbing work as required.

Fabricate / repair all sizes of iron pipework by screwing or welding.

Work on steam raising plant, including distribution and condensate return systems.

Carry out both installation repairs and planned preventative maintenance on heating systems, compressors, motors, pumps, heat recovery, ventilation systems and controls.

Carry out statutory inspections and testing on mechanical services, engineering plant and equipment, and complete necessary documentation.

Undertake electrical Isolations of pumps, motors etc. as instructed and on assessment of electrical competency.

Undertake non-complex tasks including fault finding of other trades.

Repairs to lifts including emergency evacuation of persons in accordance with Health & Safety requirements.

Install heavy engineering plant using lifting equipment in compliance within Trust policies.

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact [e-mail]

If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Tony McNamara Job title: Mechanical Estates Manager Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 07435 782519