Maintenance Technician-Estates

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

Job summary

A large healthcare organization in Glasgow is looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician to maintain and service mechanical and electrical systems within their laundry facility. This role involves training apprentices and supporting daily operations. Candidates should have a relevant apprenticeship and a proven track record in the trade. Shift work including nights and weekends is required, with additional pay enhancements offered.

Benefits

Pay enhancements for shifts and weekends

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised apprenticeship in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven core skills and application within the trade.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mechanical and electrical systems in a healthcare laundry facility.
• Assist with training of apprentices and adult trainees.
• Support day-to-day operations and ensure a safe working environment.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Training and Education

Operational Support

Education

SVQ Level 4 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for this position is within 5 over 7 days to include night shift and weekends.

An exciting opportunity is now available within the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde for a motivated and skilled Maintenance Technician (with a mechanical bias). The position is based at Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s laundry unit at Hillington Industrial Estate in Glasgow.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service mechanical and electrical systems within a large healthcare laundry facility.
• Assist with training and education of apprentices and adult trainees to ensure they gain the necessary training and experience to meet their training program.
• Work with managers to identify and set up training programs where appropriate.
• Support day-to-day operations and contribute to a safe and compliant working environment.

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised and registered apprenticeship in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, equivalent to SVQ Level 4, Higher National Diploma, Modern Apprenticeship – Level 4, or Professional Development Awards (SCQF 8-9).
• Proven track record demonstrating practical core skills and application within the trade.

Desirable knowledge and experience

• Knowledge, understanding and experience of complex electrical / engineering systems in large healthcare premises.
• Good understanding of new boiler technology and controls, PLC controls and compressed air systems.
• Experience and understanding of industrial laundry machinery & operations.

Location, conditions and pay

The role is based at the laundry unit at Hillington Industrial Estate in Glasgow. The successful applicant will be eligible for a pay enhancement due to shifts and weekend work.

Additional information

Please contact Bryce Lever for an informal discussion. Interview date: TBC. Informal contact: Bryce Lever, Estates Supervisor (Laundry), Mob: [phone].

Contact and application info

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

Equality, inclusion and Armed Forces

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

Application integrity

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