Mechanical Craftsperson

Medirest Signature; Larbert; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join their team at Forth Valley Royal Hospital in Larbert. This full-time role involves ensuring the maintenance and safety of engineering systems within the hospital, contributing to a vital service that supports patient care. The position offers a competitive salary, extensive training opportunities, and a chance to be part of a dedicated team in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Annual salary reviews

Contributory pension scheme

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts at 1,000 retailers

Paid volunteering day each year

Qualifications

• Multi-skilled with experience in engineering maintenance.
• Familiar with Health Technical Memoranda and statutory legislation.
• High understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance services for all building services and equipment.
• Participate in engineering planned preventative maintenance schemes.
• Supervise contractors and manage safety permits.

Skills

H&V Systems

LTHW Systems

DHW Systems

BMS engineering maintenance

Electrical/mechanical systems knowledge

Education

Completion of a structured training programme

Previous experience of working within the NHS

Job description

Mechanical Technician

Forth Valley Royal Hospital, Larbert, FK5 4EB

Full Time, Permanent

6-Week Rotational Shift Pattern

£31,892.00 - £39,735.00 per annum plus benefits (plus on call & shift allowance)

Here at Serco, we're looking for an Engineering Services Shift Technician to join us at Forth Valley Royal Hospital, Larbert. Forth Valley Royal Hospital has 860 beds and covers a single approximately 95,000 square meters in floor space. The Technician will participate in the 24 hours rotational shift roster while having the ability to be adaptable and flexible to carry out work including activities which are multi-skilled, complex and/or non routine.

The successful candidate will be responsible for fault finding on a wide range of engineering plant and equipment and will undertake maintenance, servicing, repairs, minor improvement, and capital work across the hospital as directed by Estates management, ensuring compliance with safety standards and procedures.

You will provide multi-skilled engineering expertise across various mechanical and electrical equipment and fabric, providing cross trade work to the service and perform engineering maintenance work including activities which are complex and/or non-routine.

Main responsibilities of the role include:

• Provide responsive day to day maintenance services for all buildings services, plant, equipment, pest control and grounds in accordance with agreed customer services and quality standards and will be responsible for the continuity of life critical mechanical and electrical services systems and supplies throughout the hospital.
• Actively participate in the operation of engineering planned preventative maintenance schemes.
• Actively participate in the operation of the CAFM including completion of all work orders, record sheets and log books as required.
• Supervise contractors and carry out review contractors risk assessments for activities under your control and accept responsibility for issue of safe working permits.
• Undertake essential repair works, planned preventative maintenance, calibration and fault diagnostics.
• Work in accordance with the requirements of the Health Technical Memorandums (HTMs) on HTM202, The Electrical Safety Code for Low Voltage Systems, Sterilization HTM 2010, Medical Gases HTM 2022, and Water Suppliers HTM 2027 and SHTM's as an appointed Competent Person.

What you'll need to do the role:

• H&V Systems
• LTHW Systems
• DHW Systems
• BMS engineering maintenance
• Completion of a structured training programme
• Previous experience of working within the NHS
• Knowledge of Health Technical Memoranda
• General awareness of other engineering maintenance related statutory legislation.
• High level of knowledge and understanding of electrical/mechanical services/systems and working knowledge of other associated trades.
• Familiarity with approved guidance documents

Why Serco?

Meaningful and vital work: Working within Hard FM 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

• Salary:Competitive salaries with annual reviews.
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Holidays: 25days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Training and development:We offer a wide range of learning opportunitieswith over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres.
• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
• ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.
• Employee networks:Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.
• Charity:Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.