Mechanical Engineer

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust; Poole; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join their Estates Department. The role includes a range of responsibilities such as repairing mechanical systems and performing maintenance tasks across the Trust. Candidates should have a solid background in building engineering services, a Level 3 qualification, and flexibility in working hours, particularly for on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Possessing a current UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Repair mechanical equipment and perform planned maintenance.
• Work in plant and boiler rooms for repairs.
• Participate in mechanical call-out rota.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Building engineering services

Flexible working

Education

City and Guilds Level 3 qualification

Recognized Mechanical or Building Services apprenticeship

Job description

Job Description: Mechanical Maintenance Technician

The Estates Department provides comprehensive maintenance, repair, and installation services for the buildings, grounds, engineering services, and associated equipment across the Trust. The successful candidate must be flexible in working hours based on the Trust's needs.

Requirements include:

1. Served a recognized Mechanical or Building Services apprenticeship.
2. Gained extensive experience in building engineering services and plant maintenance.
3. Holds a City and Guilds Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a mechanical maintenance environment.
4. Possesses a current UK (manual) driving licence and resides within half an hour's travel for on-call duties.

The role is Monday to Friday, with participation in an emergency on-call service and opportunities for overtime.

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD, guiding our interactions with patients, visitors, and colleagues. UHD is investing in services across the Trust, with many undergoing transformation following the merger and the New Hospital Programme. Some services may relocate temporarily or long-term; interviewers will address any questions regarding relocations.

Responsibilities include:

• Repairing mechanical equipment and performing planned maintenance, including but not limited to AHUs, calorifiers, water systems, and drainage systems.
• Working in plant and boiler rooms to conduct repairs and maintenance activities.
• Maintaining a tidy work area and escalating work requests appropriately.
• Participating in the mechanical call-out rota with flexibility.

Please note: If the role or service relocates, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement, as travel to the new site will be considered a normal commute. Other changes will be managed according to Trust or national terms and conditions.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Jayson Mundy
• Job Title: Mechanical Supervisor
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]