Maintenance Craftsperson - Mechanical Fitter

NHS National Services Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical Fitter) to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing essential mechanical maintenance services across multiple hospital sites, ensuring that all equipment operates safely and effectively. The ideal candidate will possess recognized mechanical engineering qualifications and have experience in installation and repair. Join a workforce that values equality and diversity, and contribute to the well-being of patients and staff alike. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the healthcare sector while developing your skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Installation and Repair

Problem Solving

Education

EITB or CITB Craft Apprenticeship

HNC/ONC/BTEC in Mechanical Engineering

City and Guilds 205 Mechanical Engineering Maintenance Part 2

City and Guilds 214 Mechanical Engineering Maintenance Part 2

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 (x2), Royal Victoria Hospital (x2) 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 Guilds 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 in order that the equipment can carry out its intended purpose safely, and to ensure the smooth operation of the mechanical systems within the Organisation.

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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