Maintenance Craftsperson - Mechanical Fitter

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical Fitter) to join their team. In this role, you will provide essential mechanical maintenance services across multiple hospital sites, ensuring the smooth operation of mechanical systems. Your expertise will contribute to the safety and functionality of critical healthcare environments. If you are passionate about mechanical engineering and ready to make a difference in the healthcare sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Recognized craft apprenticeship and relevant mechanical engineering qualifications required.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance and installation of equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical maintenance services across various hospital sites.
• Install, repair, and maintain mechanical systems to ensure safe operation.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Installation and Repair

Problem Solving

Education

Craft Apprenticeship (EITB/CITB)

HNC/ONC/BTEC in Mechanical Engineering

City and Guilds 205/214

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

A permanent opportunity has arisen for the post of Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical Fitter) based at Ninewells Hospital (x1), Royal Victoria Hospital (x1), and Perth Royal Infirmary (x2) to serve Ninewells Hospital & Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee & Angus, and Perth & Kinross respectively, with regular travel and work at other sites within Tayside.

Recognized and registered EITB or CITB (or equivalent) craft apprenticeship plus HNC/ ONC/ BTEC Mechanical Engineering or City and Guilds 205 Mechanical Engineering Maintenance Part 2 or City and Guild 214 Mechanical Engineering Maintenance Part 2 or equivalent approved qualification, or in special circumstances, equivalent experience.

The post holder will act as a fully trained and certificated Mechanical Fitter to provide mechanical maintenance services to meet the needs of the Estate service provision.

To install, repair, modify, and maintain mechanical equipment within all properties of the organization to ensure safe operation and smooth functioning of mechanical systems.

Participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota is required.

You will be required to achieve the mandatory Inductions standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

Informal enquiries to: [e-mail]

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