Maintenance Technician

Serco Limited; Norwich; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Norwich is seeking a Mechanical Shift Technician to ensure efficient maintenance of mechanical services at Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital. Responsibilities include performing planned maintenance and overseeing emergency work requests. Candidates must have relevant engineering qualifications and experience in mechanical services. The position offers opportunities for career advancement and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Serco discounts on services and leisure activities

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised appropriate Engineering Apprenticeship or relevant structured Training Program.
• Proven experience in a similar environment.
• Sound knowledge of Mechanical Building Services.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out Planned Preventative Maintenance on Plant and Equipment.
• Managing work requests and team out of normal hours.
• Contributing to Health & Safety systems and working practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Mechanical knowledge

Health & Safety awareness

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship or relevant structured Training Program

City & Guilds/BTEC certification ideally to HNC level

Job description

Serco Limited

Mechanical Shift Technician
Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital
Full Time, Permanent (equating to 37.5 hours per week)
Rostered 7-day pattern – Sunday to Saturday
£34,759.11
- £42,689.71 per annum plus benefits
Here are Serco, we are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join our team at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. This role will be responsible for providing safe and efficient maintenance of the mechanical services and equipment within the hospital. The post holder will ensure that the Hospital Building, Fabric, Plant, Services and Equipment are maintained to a high standard by carrying out reactive repairs, fault finding, servicing, commissioning, and maintenance to ensure continued efficiency, safety, and reliability.

Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital puts its patients at the heart of everything they do. The Hospital cares for the people of Norfolk, north Suffolk and further afield, providing almost one million out-patient appointments, day case procedures and in-patient admissions every year. The hospital has 1,200 beds and state-of-the art facilities and works closely with the University of East Anglia to train health professionals and have a strong focus on research.


Main responsibilities of the role include:


- Carrying out Planned Preventative Maintenance to a wide range of Plant and Equipment.
- Ensuring work requests are managing and processed out of normal working hours.
- Managing the work team out of normal working hours.
- Take a proactive approach to the development and review of Health & Safety systems, work instructions and working practices.
- Actively participate in the Computerised Labour Control System, including accurate and punctual completion of Work Order Documentation.



What you’ll need to do the role

To be considered for this role you will need to have completed a recognised appropriate Engineering Apprenticeship or other relevant structured Training Program, appropriate City & Guilds and/or BTEC certification ideally to HNC level. You will need proven experience of working in a similar environment and sound knowledge and understanding of Mechanical Building Services. You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and great customer service skills.


For an informal chat please contact Mark Speller, Mechanical Engineering Manager on: 01603 641140


Why Serco?
Meaningful and vital work: Working within Health at Serco means that you’ll play a critical role in ensuring that patients continue to receive the support that they need 24/7.

A world of opportunity: It takes a diverse team to support a hospital and we’re big on internal progression. So, whether you specialise your skills, progress into team management or move into operations, you’ll find all the opportunity you need to evolve your career.

Great people: Hospitals are busy places, and you will find yourself interacting with staff, patients, visitors and of course your supportive team. You will be a significant part of the hospital.


What we offer


- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
- Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.
- The chance to make a positive difference to the wider public.
- Interesting, varied, and enjoyable work.
- A company that recognises your contribution.