Total 15 Fresh/Entry Level Maintenance / Repair job vacancies in Coventry, CV2 2DX

Grounds Maintenance Operatives- CV2 Area- X2 Job Available

Grounds Maintenance operatives are needed to work for one of the UK's leading landscape/grounds maintenance companies.

Daily duties will include grass/ lawn cutting, litter picking, Strimming, Edging, Hedge cutting, weed control, using mowers and powered tools and other general landscape labour duties as directed by the supervisor.

The work will be long term if all goes well.

The hours are 7.30am to 4pm- Monday to Friday

Experience is preferred but not essential, candidates must be comfortable with outdoor work

Driver's license is essential

A DBS is essential

The pay rate is £13.45 per hour

Very good company to work for

Immediate start available

Please send a CV to Aneika.osbourne@ppmrecruit.com or call 01214508950 to apply

Grounds Maintenance Operatives- CV2 Area- X2 Job Available

Grounds Maintenance operatives are needed to work for one of the UK's leading landscape/grounds maintenance companies.

Daily duties will include grass/ lawn cutting, litter picking, Strimming, Edging, Hedge cutting, weed control, using mowers and powered tools and other general landscape labour duties as directed by the supervisor.

The work will be long term if all goes well.

The hours are 7.30am to 4pm- Monday to Friday

Experience is preferred but not essential, candidates must be comfortable with outdoor work

Driver's license is essential

A DBS is essential

The pay rate is £13.45 per hour

Very good company to work for

Immediate start available

Please send a CV to Aneika.osbourne@ppmrecruit.com or call 01214508950 to apply

Grounds Maintenance Operatives- CV2 Area- X2 Job Available

Grounds Maintenance operatives are needed to work for one of the UK's leading landscape/grounds maintenance companies.

Daily duties will include grass/ lawn cutting, litter picking, Strimming, Edging, Hedge cutting, weed control, using mowers and powered tools and other general landscape labour duties as directed by the supervisor.

The work will be long term if all goes well.

The hours are 7.30am to 4pm- Monday to Friday

Experience is preferred but not essential, candidates must be comfortable with outdoor work

Driver's license is essential

A DBS is essential

The pay rate is £13.45 per hour

Very good company to work for

Immediate start available

Please send a CV to Aneika.osbourne@ppmrecruit.com or call 01214508950 to apply

Are you looking for a change or a new and exciting career?

We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and highly motivated pharmacy technician with potential to progress and succeed

Do you want to work with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that patients receive the best care possible? then look no further. Pharmacy UHCW NHS Trust is looking for you to join this busy teaching hospital.

We are looking for both community and hospital trained registered pharmacy technicians. This role is perfect for an ambitious individual to develop an understanding of the evolving NHS and have the opportunity to learn new skills on the way.

We are fully committed to training and development for pharmacy technicians and pride ourselves on being able to offer further opportunities for the right candidates. Our technical structure is broad and diverse from 8b Leads, band 7s and extensive band 6 and 5 roles in specialist areas.

We offer a band 4 to band 5 step up with a structured rotational programme tailored to your individual development and career progression needs to ensure that you have the necessary skills and competencies. Once these have been met and you have been demonstrating our Trust values and behaviours you will be able to move into the band 5 role.

Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.

1. The post will involve a working rotation to include duties in medicines distribution and stores, the dispensary, aseptic production, ward based services and clinical trials. When working in the dispensary, you will be supplying medications for inpatients and discharge medications for patients going home from hospital.

2. You will work closely with the pharmacy team and multi-disciplinary teams on the wards to provide high quality pharmaceutical care to all patients within the Trust, whether in a dispensary or ward based aspect.

We pride ourselves on our pharmacy mission statement:‘Delivering patient focused excellence in medicines use’

3. Applicants must have excellent IT skills, have good communication and interpersonal skills and work in a positive manner, with other healthcare professionals.

4. Candidates should hold S/NVQ Level III in Pharmacy Services and BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy Services or equivalent and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Applications from newly qualified staff or current student technicians are welcome. This post is full time (37.5 hours per week with weekends/bank holidays as per rota). Flexible working may be considered dependent on the needs of the service.

*** Please be advised that interviews will take place on Wednesday 23rd October ***

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence®designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

1. Interpret and dispense for final checking prescriptions written for outpatients and Inpatients including controlled drugs, clinical trials, cytotoxic chemotherapy and total parenteral nutrition. This may include complex calculations and manipulations. To query with the prescriber, or a
pharmacist, any ambiguous or illegally written prescriptions, and to ensure that the prescription is endorsed with accurate information.

2. Counsel patients on their medication in dispensaries on wards and over the phone ensuring the patient is provided with the appropriate information for them to comply safely with their medication as prescribed, referring them to a pharmacist if necessary.

3. Ensure both inpatients and outpatients receive their medication at the appropriate time through effective supply from dispensaries, stores and the aseptic laboratory. This will include liaising with and providing information to nursing, portering and purchasing staff and through supervising and
directing the work of ATOs.

4. Participate in medicines management activities including self-medication schemes, drug history taking, dispensing for discharge, re-use of patients own drugs, transcription of discharge medication and technically checking the dispensing of colleagues under the supervision of a pharmacist and working to departmental SOPs. These activities will include working to a
framework of medicines management and clinical governance including the RPS hospital pharmacy standards.

5. Enter all dispensing, ward supply, manufacturing information and patient data accurately into the pharmacy management system(s) (computer) in real time for effective stock control and financial reporting.

6. Work flexibly across all of the Pharmacy departments, covering the work of colleagues during peak periods or absence.

7. Participate in appropriate training and development activities including your own personal development and participate in the education and training of colleagues.

8. Participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives.

9. Participate in weekend and Bank Holiday working as may be required.

10. Undertake any other duties as required by the Director of Pharmacy in accordance with the grade and nature of the post.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.


This advert closes on Sunday 6 Oct 2024

Previous applicants need not apply

To work as part of an inhouse maintenance shift team to provide a total planned and reactive maintenance service. To be responsible for giving a Trust wide service in accordance with the duties and responsibilities given below.

To work Monday -Friday 08:00-16:00

May be required to work as part of an on-call system in the future

Main duties of the job

Perform unsupervised work including activities that may be demanding and / or non-routine.

Responsible for testing and fault finding on all engineering plant and equipment throughout the Hospital, out of hours and unsupervised.

To act as 'Competent & Appointed Person' for the Trust in safe operation and maintenance of boiler and other plant and systems.

Work under own initiative to undertake maintenance and repairs as directed, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.

At all times to carry Trust communication devices (pager / two-way radios / mobile phone) to facilitate immediate response to emergency situations.

To provide a first line of response to maintain the delivery of clinical services and undertake 'first time fix' or instigate temporary measures to ensure clinical capacity is not disrupted where possible.

Respond to urgent situations such as lift entrapment and fire alarm calls etc.

Key Activities
• To undertake and be responsible for the following in conjunction with and as directed by the appropriate Estates Manager / Estates Officer / Maintenance Supervisor
• To organise and prioritise own day-to-day duties to ensure safe efficient operation of plant.
• Diagnose and repair faults in engineering and/or electrical and/or plumbing installations, plant, and equipment to deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others.
• Make the appropriate Estates Manager / Estates Officer / Team Leader aware of faults and breakdowns within the facility as appropriate in normal working hours.
• To carry out PPM and reactive work across site as required.
• Responsible for the maintenance of records for all major repairs completed and logbooks, feedback documentation Including Works Orders, reporting any defects or malfunctions in plant or equipment by clear and concise logging in the plant logbooks provided.
• Carry out building surveys and inspections as required.
• Advise on material, equipment, and systems.
• Maintain building and site service records.
• Highlight Health & Safety issues relating to building, mechanical control and electrical issues.
• Carry out investigation and testing on fire alarm and security systems.
• Liaise with external contractors and suppliers where necessary.
• Support company projects as and when required.

At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.

We put ‘people at our heart’; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it, and we're proud to have won awards for the services we provide. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.

We’re always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, respect, collaboration, excellence and integrity.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Key Skills
• City & Guilds in either Electrical and/or Mechanical Services Level 3 or NVQ Level 3.
• Previous experience in a multi skilled maintenance position with a core skill in either Electrical or Mechanical Services
• Previous experience in a Competent Person (CP) role, for example, Low Voltage CP (HTM 06), Medical Gases CP (HTM 02), HVAC CP (HTM 03) etc.
• Previous experience in a shift technician role within a complex environment i.e., Healthcare
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Good problem-solving skills
• The ability to assist with in emergency tasks such as fire alarms, heating failures, blocked drains and gritting of roads etc.
• Making areas safe following patient damage
• Physically fit as the role will involve lifting and carrying.
• Excellent customer service skills, friendly and approachable
• Supervision of maintenance assistants, apprentices, and contractors
• Perform any other duties as required by the Company.

Health and Safety
• Responsible for own health and safety and that of colleagues, in accordance with the company’s’ Health and Safety policy
• Anticipate and act on any potential hazards by initiating and progressing any remedial measures required.
• Comply with any regulations associated with work being carried out.
• Undertake any training deemed compulsory for role.
• Ensure the correct PPE is always worn.

Communication

The Post holder will be able to:
• Communicate effectively in writing, orally and be electronically literate.
• Communicate technical issues, safety requirements to other staff, patients and contractors.
• Liaise closely with other departments and staff within the team.
• Build relationships and support personnel across the Trust, including clinical staff, contractors, patients, clients, relatives, and carers

Analytical and Judgemental Skills / Freedom to Act

To work as an integral part of the Estates Maintenance Team, providing a comprehensive service. Be able to generate and promote solutions, make decisions and commitments within appropriate time frames.

The post holder will pay attention to detail to ensure works are completed to a high standard. They must remain calm, think clearly, and manage emotion under pressure.

Planning and Organisational Skills

Plan, prioritise and schedule own workload and work with minimal supervision and seek advice when needed. Co-ordinate work of contractors and provide cover for other maintenance technicians within the team during periods of absence.

Responsibility for Patients / Clients

The post holder will have patient and client interaction as part of their daily duties and provide non-clinical advice.

Policy and Service Responsibilities

The post holder will follow policies and procedures and work collaboratively as part of an integrated team. They will also be encouraged to suggest changes to improve efficient and productivity.

The post holder will learn new techniques and will participate in both formal and informal training as necessary. This will include the development of multi skilled practices and may include residential courses.

Responsibility for Financial and Physical Resources

Responsible for the purchase of parts to carry out the day-to-day maintenance functions.

Take reasonable care of Trust assets and minimise financial loss via cost efficient repair and maintenance of building services and equipment.

Personal duty of care for all equipment and resources provided e.g., works vehicle.

Responsibility for Staff

Where necessary, to provide practical training, instruction, and professional advice as necessary. The post holder will demonstrate existing practices to new staff, acting as a mentor/trainer.

Supervise maintenance assistants, apprentices and contractors and evaluate works carried out.

Responsibility for Information

The post holder will comply with Health & Safety Regulations, NHS Regulations, HTM, HMN guidelines and customer requirements. Completion of CAFM system and updating maintenance records.

Research and Development

The post holder will carry out audits and surveys as and when required.

Physical Effort
• Work will be predominantly maintenance based. Use of Trust mobile phone, pager and radio will largely be continuous.
• The post requires significant physical skills and effort lifting in excess of 15kg on a daily basis numerous times during a shift;
• Ability to input data to works management system,

Mental Effort

The post holder must be able to maintain high levels of concentration for prolonged periods, and deal with frequent interruptions to attend to emergency tasks e.g., fire alarms etc.

As there is a requirement for continuous training, the post holder must have the ability to learn and retain information.

Emotional Effort
• Show empathy towards service users.
• Contact with staff and incidental contact with service users who may be distressed or angry

Working Conditions
• Must be able to work flexibly and adapt to the clinical environment. Must have a positive approach to change management.
• The working conditions are frequently highly unpleasant. There is exposure to distressing circumstances e.g. Working in unsettled ward conditions where there may be fighting, self-harm or personal attacks;

OTHER DUTIES
1. The post holder will be required to take part in an annual performance appraisal, where this job description will be reviewed, and objectives set
2. The Trust has a No Smoking Policy that prohibits any smoking whilst at work
3. The post holder is expected to contribute to the creation of a working

environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and treated with dignity.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended in consultation with the post holder. It should be reviewed whenever major changes have been agreed to the post and should be reviewed as part of the annual appraisal process to ensure it remains an accurate reflection of the duties and responsibilities undertaken by the post holder.

Safeguarding Children and Adults

All Trust staff has a responsibility to ensure the safeguarding of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This includes attending statutory and mandatory training, adhering to local Safeguarding Children and Adults boards’ policies and procedures and inter-agency guidance as identified in the Trust’s Safeguarding policies and procedures.

Confidentiality

Personal information and many of the duties of this post are of a confidential nature and disciplinary action will be taken if confidential information is divulged to inappropriate persons.

Data Protection Act

All staff are reminded of their duties and responsibilities as employees under the General Data Protection Regulations (2018) and to ensure that Personal Data is not negligently or unlawfully handled or disclosed to unauthorised persons.


This advert closes on Wednesday 4 Sep 2024

To work as part of an inhouse maintenance shift team to provide a total planned and reactive maintenance service. To be responsible for giving a Trust wide service in accordance with the duties and responsibilities given below.

To work Monday -Friday 08:00-16:00

May be required to work as part of an on-call system in the future

Main duties of the job

Perform unsupervised work including activities that may be demanding and / or non-routine.

Responsible for testing and fault finding on all engineering plant and equipment throughout the Hospital, out of hours and unsupervised.

To act as 'Competent & Appointed Person' for the Trust in safe operation and maintenance of boiler and other plant and systems.

Work under own initiative to undertake maintenance and repairs as directed, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.

At all times to carry Trust communication devices (pager / two-way radios / mobile phone) to facilitate immediate response to emergency situations.

To provide a first line of response to maintain the delivery of clinical services and undertake 'first time fix' or instigate temporary measures to ensure clinical capacity is not disrupted where possible.

Respond to urgent situations such as lift entrapment and fire alarm calls etc.

Key Activities
• To undertake and be responsible for the following in conjunction with and as directed by the appropriate Estates Manager / Estates Officer / Maintenance Supervisor
• To organise and prioritise own day-to-day duties to ensure safe efficient operation of plant.
• Diagnose and repair faults in engineering and/or electrical and/or plumbing installations, plant, and equipment to deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others.
• Make the appropriate Estates Manager / Estates Officer / Team Leader aware of faults and breakdowns within the facility as appropriate in normal working hours.
• To carry out PPM and reactive work across site as required.
• Responsible for the maintenance of records for all major repairs completed and logbooks, feedback documentation Including Works Orders, reporting any defects or malfunctions in plant or equipment by clear and concise logging in the plant logbooks provided.
• Carry out building surveys and inspections as required.
• Advise on material, equipment, and systems.
• Maintain building and site service records.
• Highlight Health & Safety issues relating to building, mechanical control and electrical issues.
• Carry out investigation and testing on fire alarm and security systems.
• Liaise with external contractors and suppliers where necessary.
• Support company projects as and when required.

At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.

We put ‘people at our heart’; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it, and we're proud to have won awards for the services we provide. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.

We’re always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, respect, collaboration, excellence and integrity.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Key Skills
• City & Guilds in either Electrical and/or Mechanical Services Level 3 or NVQ Level 3.
• Previous experience in a multi skilled maintenance position with a core skill in either Electrical or Mechanical Services
• Previous experience in a Competent Person (CP) role, for example, Low Voltage CP (HTM 06), Medical Gases CP (HTM 02), HVAC CP (HTM 03) etc.
• Previous experience in a shift technician role within a complex environment i.e., Healthcare
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Good problem-solving skills
• The ability to assist with in emergency tasks such as fire alarms, heating failures, blocked drains and gritting of roads etc.
• Making areas safe following patient damage
• Physically fit as the role will involve lifting and carrying.
• Excellent customer service skills, friendly and approachable
• Supervision of maintenance assistants, apprentices, and contractors
• Perform any other duties as required by the Company.

Health and Safety
• Responsible for own health and safety and that of colleagues, in accordance with the company’s’ Health and Safety policy
• Anticipate and act on any potential hazards by initiating and progressing any remedial measures required.
• Comply with any regulations associated with work being carried out.
• Undertake any training deemed compulsory for role.
• Ensure the correct PPE is always worn.

Communication

The Post holder will be able to:
• Communicate effectively in writing, orally and be electronically literate.
• Communicate technical issues, safety requirements to other staff, patients and contractors.
• Liaise closely with other departments and staff within the team.
• Build relationships and support personnel across the Trust, including clinical staff, contractors, patients, clients, relatives, and carers

Analytical and Judgemental Skills / Freedom to Act

To work as an integral part of the Estates Maintenance Team, providing a comprehensive service. Be able to generate and promote solutions, make decisions and commitments within appropriate time frames.

The post holder will pay attention to detail to ensure works are completed to a high standard. They must remain calm, think clearly, and manage emotion under pressure.

Planning and Organisational Skills

Plan, prioritise and schedule own workload and work with minimal supervision and seek advice when needed. Co-ordinate work of contractors and provide cover for other maintenance technicians within the team during periods of absence.

Responsibility for Patients / Clients

The post holder will have patient and client interaction as part of their daily duties and provide non-clinical advice.

Policy and Service Responsibilities

The post holder will follow policies and procedures and work collaboratively as part of an integrated team. They will also be encouraged to suggest changes to improve efficient and productivity.

The post holder will learn new techniques and will participate in both formal and informal training as necessary. This will include the development of multi skilled practices and may include residential courses.

Responsibility for Financial and Physical Resources

Responsible for the purchase of parts to carry out the day-to-day maintenance functions.

Take reasonable care of Trust assets and minimise financial loss via cost efficient repair and maintenance of building services and equipment.

Personal duty of care for all equipment and resources provided e.g., works vehicle.

Responsibility for Staff

Where necessary, to provide practical training, instruction, and professional advice as necessary. The post holder will demonstrate existing practices to new staff, acting as a mentor/trainer.

Supervise maintenance assistants, apprentices and contractors and evaluate works carried out.

Responsibility for Information

The post holder will comply with Health & Safety Regulations, NHS Regulations, HTM, HMN guidelines and customer requirements. Completion of CAFM system and updating maintenance records.

Research and Development

The post holder will carry out audits and surveys as and when required.

Physical Effort
• Work will be predominantly maintenance based. Use of Trust mobile phone, pager and radio will largely be continuous.
• The post requires significant physical skills and effort lifting in excess of 15kg on a daily basis numerous times during a shift;
• Ability to input data to works management system,

Mental Effort

The post holder must be able to maintain high levels of concentration for prolonged periods, and deal with frequent interruptions to attend to emergency tasks e.g., fire alarms etc.

As there is a requirement for continuous training, the post holder must have the ability to learn and retain information.

Emotional Effort
• Show empathy towards service users.
• Contact with staff and incidental contact with service users who may be distressed or angry

Working Conditions
• Must be able to work flexibly and adapt to the clinical environment. Must have a positive approach to change management.
• The working conditions are frequently highly unpleasant. There is exposure to distressing circumstances e.g. Working in unsettled ward conditions where there may be fighting, self-harm or personal attacks;

OTHER DUTIES
1. The post holder will be required to take part in an annual performance appraisal, where this job description will be reviewed, and objectives set
2. The Trust has a No Smoking Policy that prohibits any smoking whilst at work
3. The post holder is expected to contribute to the creation of a working

environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and treated with dignity.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended in consultation with the post holder. It should be reviewed whenever major changes have been agreed to the post and should be reviewed as part of the annual appraisal process to ensure it remains an accurate reflection of the duties and responsibilities undertaken by the post holder.

Safeguarding Children and Adults

All Trust staff has a responsibility to ensure the safeguarding of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This includes attending statutory and mandatory training, adhering to local Safeguarding Children and Adults boards’ policies and procedures and inter-agency guidance as identified in the Trust’s Safeguarding policies and procedures.

Confidentiality

Personal information and many of the duties of this post are of a confidential nature and disciplinary action will be taken if confidential information is divulged to inappropriate persons.

Data Protection Act

All staff are reminded of their duties and responsibilities as employees under the General Data Protection Regulations (2018) and to ensure that Personal Data is not negligently or unlawfully handled or disclosed to unauthorised persons.


This advert closes on Sunday 8 Sep 2024

University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (UHCW) is one of the UK’s biggest teaching hospitals with over 1000 beds and serving over a million people in the surrounding area. Our close relationship with Warwick Medical School means there is continuous research, development and education to ensure that we are providing the best care possible for our patients whilst our partnership with Virginia Mason Institute based in Seattle is an improvement system implemented as part of our commitment to deliver a world class service. The trust comprises of both UHCW Coventry site and the hospital of St. Cross.

The Pharmacy Technician role is becoming increasingly sought after and varied as medication becomes more sophisticated and technology evolves. Career opportunities for a pharmacy technician post qualification include; medicines management roles, aseptic unit, quality control, training and education, information technology, supplies and procurement, clinical trials, medicines information services, homecare services and operational management.



This is an exciting training opportunity to join the UHCW Pharmacy Department combining on the job training and day release at a chosen training provider in order to achieve the following qualification:
• Level 3 Diploma in the principles and practice for Pharmacy Technicians.

The above qualification is achieved over a 2 year period and will enable you to register as a qualified Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Full training will be provided primarily at UHCW, with some rotations taking place at our St. Cross Rugby site.

Our NHS trust boasts a great reputation for patient care, teaching and innovation, providing an exciting and highly satisfying place to work. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our reputable pharmacy team as Apprentice Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians.

This is a 2 year full time fixed term contract working 37.5 hours Monday to Friday including participation in weekend working, bank holiday working, and late nights. Apprenticeship funding rules apply.

The salary for this position is 70 % of a band 4 Technician in the first year rising to 75% of a band 4 Technician in the second year.

***Closing Date: We reserve the right to withdraw this post if we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore recommended that you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this highly sought after position***



We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence®designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

To gain experience of the technical work carried out by Pharmacy Technicians within a hospital setting in any of the pharmacy departments across University Hospitals Coventry Warwickshire and the St. Cross Rugby site. This will include completing rotations in areas such as dispensary and stores for the management and supply of pharmaceuticals; goods receipt (receiving stock) clinical trials, medicines information and Medicines Management (interaction with patients and supply of medication at ward level). Successful completion of the two year training course will enable achievement of the L3 Diploma in the principles and practice for Pharmacy Technicians.

*Previous applicants need not apply*

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.


This advert closes on Thursday 1 Aug 2024

To gain experience of the technical work carried out by Pharmacy Technicians within a hospital setting in any of the pharmacy departments across University Hospitals Coventry Warwickshire and the St. Cross Rugby site. This will include completing rotations in areas such as dispensary and stores for the management and supply of pharmaceuticals; goods receipt (receiving stock) clinical trials, medicines information and Medicines Management (interaction with patients and supply of medication at ward level). Successful completion of the two year training course will enable achievement of the L3 Diploma in the principles and practice for Pharmacy Technicians. *Previous applicants need not apply* For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

To work as part of an inhouse maintenance shift team to provide a total planned and reactive maintenance service. To be responsible for giving a Trust wide service in accordance with the duties and responsibilities given below.

To work Monday -Friday 08:00-16:00

May be required to work as part of an on-call system in the future

Main duties of the job

Perform unsupervised work including activities that may be demanding and / or non-routine.

Responsible for testing and fault finding on all engineering plant and equipment throughout the Hospital, out of hours and unsupervised.

To act as 'Competent & Appointed Person' for the Trust in safe operation and maintenance of boiler and other plant and systems.

Work under own initiative to undertake maintenance and repairs as directed, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.

At all times to carry Trust communication devices (pager / two-way radios / mobile phone) to facilitate immediate response to emergency situations.

To provide a first line of response to maintain the delivery of clinical services and undertake 'first time fix' or instigate temporary measures to ensure clinical capacity is not disrupted where possible.

Respond to urgent situations such as lift entrapment and fire alarm calls etc.

Key Activities
• To undertake and be responsible for the following in conjunction with and as directed by the appropriate Estates Manager / Estates Officer / Maintenance Supervisor
• To organise and prioritise own day-to-day duties to ensure safe efficient operation of plant.
• Diagnose and repair faults in engineering and/or electrical and/or plumbing installations, plant, and equipment to deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to others.
• Make the appropriate Estates Manager / Estates Officer / Team Leader aware of faults and breakdowns within the facility as appropriate in normal working hours.
• To carry out PPM and reactive work across site as required.
• Responsible for the maintenance of records for all major repairs completed and logbooks, feedback documentation Including Works Orders, reporting any defects or malfunctions in plant or equipment by clear and concise logging in the plant logbooks provided.
• Carry out building surveys and inspections as required.
• Advise on material, equipment, and systems.
• Maintain building and site service records.
• Highlight Health & Safety issues relating to building, mechanical control and electrical issues.
• Carry out investigation and testing on fire alarm and security systems.
• Liaise with external contractors and suppliers where necessary.
• Support company projects as and when required.

At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.

We put ‘people at our heart’; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it, and we're proud to have won awards for the services we provide. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.

We’re always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, respect, collaboration, excellence and integrity.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Key Skills
• City & Guilds in either Electrical and/or Mechanical Services Level 3 or NVQ Level 3.
• Previous experience in a multi skilled maintenance position with a core skill in either Electrical or Mechanical Services
• Previous experience in a Competent Person (CP) role, for example, Low Voltage CP (HTM 06), Medical Gases CP (HTM 02), HVAC CP (HTM 03) etc.
• Previous experience in a shift technician role within a complex environment i.e., Healthcare
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Good problem-solving skills
• The ability to assist with in emergency tasks such as fire alarms, heating failures, blocked drains and gritting of roads etc.
• Making areas safe following patient damage
• Physically fit as the role will involve lifting and carrying.
• Excellent customer service skills, friendly and approachable
• Supervision of maintenance assistants, apprentices, and contractors
• Perform any other duties as required by the Company.

Health and Safety
• Responsible for own health and safety and that of colleagues, in accordance with the company’s’ Health and Safety policy
• Anticipate and act on any potential hazards by initiating and progressing any remedial measures required.
• Comply with any regulations associated with work being carried out.
• Undertake any training deemed compulsory for role.
• Ensure the correct PPE is always worn.

Communication

The Post holder will be able to:
• Communicate effectively in writing, orally and be electronically literate.
• Communicate technical issues, safety requirements to other staff, patients and contractors.
• Liaise closely with other departments and staff within the team.
• Build relationships and support personnel across the Trust, including clinical staff, contractors, patients, clients, relatives, and carers

Analytical and Judgemental Skills / Freedom to Act

To work as an integral part of the Estates Maintenance Team, providing a comprehensive service. Be able to generate and promote solutions, make decisions and commitments within appropriate time frames.

The post holder will pay attention to detail to ensure works are completed to a high standard. They must remain calm, think clearly, and manage emotion under pressure.

Planning and Organisational Skills

Plan, prioritise and schedule own workload and work with minimal supervision and seek advice when needed. Co-ordinate work of contractors and provide cover for other maintenance technicians within the team during periods of absence.

Responsibility for Patients / Clients

The post holder will have patient and client interaction as part of their daily duties and provide non-clinical advice.

Policy and Service Responsibilities

The post holder will follow policies and procedures and work collaboratively as part of an integrated team. They will also be encouraged to suggest changes to improve efficient and productivity.

The post holder will learn new techniques and will participate in both formal and informal training as necessary. This will include the development of multi skilled practices and may include residential courses.

Responsibility for Financial and Physical Resources

Responsible for the purchase of parts to carry out the day-to-day maintenance functions.

Take reasonable care of Trust assets and minimise financial loss via cost efficient repair and maintenance of building services and equipment.

Personal duty of care for all equipment and resources provided e.g., works vehicle.

Responsibility for Staff

Where necessary, to provide practical training, instruction, and professional advice as necessary. The post holder will demonstrate existing practices to new staff, acting as a mentor/trainer.

Supervise maintenance assistants, apprentices and contractors and evaluate works carried out.

Responsibility for Information

The post holder will comply with Health & Safety Regulations, NHS Regulations, HTM, HMN guidelines and customer requirements. Completion of CAFM system and updating maintenance records.

Research and Development

The post holder will carry out audits and surveys as and when required.

Physical Effort
• Work will be predominantly maintenance based. Use of Trust mobile phone, pager and radio will largely be continuous.
• The post requires significant physical skills and effort lifting in excess of 15kg on a daily basis numerous times during a shift;
• Ability to input data to works management system,

Mental Effort

The post holder must be able to maintain high levels of concentration for prolonged periods, and deal with frequent interruptions to attend to emergency tasks e.g., fire alarms etc.

As there is a requirement for continuous training, the post holder must have the ability to learn and retain information.

Emotional Effort
• Show empathy towards service users.
• Contact with staff and incidental contact with service users who may be distressed or angry

Working Conditions
• Must be able to work flexibly and adapt to the clinical environment. Must have a positive approach to change management.
• The working conditions are frequently highly unpleasant. There is exposure to distressing circumstances e.g. Working in unsettled ward conditions where there may be fighting, self-harm or personal attacks;

OTHER DUTIES
1. The post holder will be required to take part in an annual performance appraisal, where this job description will be reviewed, and objectives set
2. The Trust has a No Smoking Policy that prohibits any smoking whilst at work
3. The post holder is expected to contribute to the creation of a working

environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and treated with dignity.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended in consultation with the post holder. It should be reviewed whenever major changes have been agreed to the post and should be reviewed as part of the annual appraisal process to ensure it remains an accurate reflection of the duties and responsibilities undertaken by the post holder.

Safeguarding Children and Adults

All Trust staff has a responsibility to ensure the safeguarding of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This includes attending statutory and mandatory training, adhering to local Safeguarding Children and Adults boards’ policies and procedures and inter-agency guidance as identified in the Trust’s Safeguarding policies and procedures.

Confidentiality

Personal information and many of the duties of this post are of a confidential nature and disciplinary action will be taken if confidential information is divulged to inappropriate persons.

Data Protection Act

All staff are reminded of their duties and responsibilities as employees under the General Data Protection Regulations (2018) and to ensure that Personal Data is not negligently or unlawfully handled or disclosed to unauthorised persons.


This advert closes on Sunday 11 Aug 2024

To gain experience of the technical work carried out by Pharmacy Technicians within a hospital setting in any of the pharmacy departments across University Hospitals Coventry Warwickshire and the St. Cross Rugby site. This will include completing rotations in areas such as dispensary and stores for the management and supply of pharmaceuticals; goods receipt (receiving stock) clinical trials, medicines information and Medicines Management (interaction with patients and supply of medication at ward level). Successful completion of the two year training course will enable achievement of the L3 Diploma in the principles and practice for Pharmacy Technicians. *Previous applicants need not apply* For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

We are now recruiting Vehicle Technicians at Coventry Workshop on a permanent contract, with the potential to earn over £70,000 per annum.

Are you a vehicle technician who is looking for a fresh challenge and would like experience working in a commercial vehicle environment? Is so, Royal Mail is the place for you!

Salary: £35,364 per annum plus (hourly rate £17.16) a shift allowance of £78.00 per week when working the 13:00 - 21:30 shift. A weekend supplement for Saturday (£50 per attendance) and Sunday (£100 per attendance) shift attendance is applicable.

A Royal Mail Technician can expect to earn over £70,000 per annum including overtime.

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full time - 39.5 hours per week

Rotating 3 week shift pattern; example rotation week 1 : working between 06:00 - 14:30 Tuesday - Saturday, week 2: working between 13:00 - 21:30 Monday to Friday week 3 : working between 06:00 - 14:30 Sunday to Thursday.

You may be eligible for a welcome bonus of £1500.

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Benefits
• 22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays) on entry, with the option to purchase more, rising with service
• A 39.5 hour working week (excluding meal breaks)
• A competitive company pension scheme
• A great opportunity to develop your career working for the largest fleet operator in the UK
• Modern workshop facilities and equipment
• PPE and image clothing (including overalls and steel toe capped boots) supplied
• Annual training and development plan provided
• Development and progression opportunities into management structure

Training
• Annual training and development plan provided
• Development and progression opportunities into management roles
• LCV-HGV training program. Royal Mail maintains a range of vans/trucks and trailers and we welcome applications from those willing to develop their skills. If your working background is mainly in the light vehicle sector Royal Mail will provide inhouse and external training to help develop your career in the HGV industry, including MOT inspection standards, LOLAR regulations training and vehicle diagnostics training

The Role
With a Fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, meeting the challenge of maintaining our vehicles is a real team effort. With the opportunity to work on a range of makes and models of vehicle, there couldn’t be a better time to join Royal Mail as a Vehicle Technician.

We are looking for professional vehicle technicians to perform a full range of inspections, diagnosis, maintenance and repair procedures on a range of vehicle, trailers and mechanical equipment operated by Royal Mail Group. As a team player who takes real pride in their work, you’ll be prepared to go the extra mile to ensure the job is done effectively.

As an experienced technician you will have your own personal toolkit equipped to undertake routine maintenance and repair of light/heavy vehicles. Specialist tooling and equipment will be provided for common use by everyone within the workshop.

Successful candidates must be fully qualified to at least advanced level (IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy vehicle maintenance & repair or an equivalent qualification) and have proven (via CV) experience of working on a wide range of vehicles for example LCV/LGV's

We also require you to have a full manual driving licence (LGV preferred with trailer experience for Heavy Technicians).

With career progression and development opportunities, you’ll be able to make your mark at Royal Mail.

If you want to take advantage of this fantastic opportunity, please click ‘Apply now’.

Job Reference: 293333

Royal Mail are proud of our diverse employee network groups and the active role they play to support belonging and encourage a positive work environment. We are firmly committed to inclusion and passionate about our people representing the communities we serve.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Please share the details within your application if required.

For more information on Royal Mail Group and our values please click here: https://www.internationaldistributionsservices.com/en/about-us/

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Salary: £36,500 OTE (£32k Basic + Bonus + Overtime)
Hours: 42.5 /week MON-FRI 08:00-17:30 + 1 in 4 SATs 8:00-12:00 (Paid at time and half)
If you are a proven Level 2 (Or Above) Vehicle Technician, Service Technician, Mechanic, or recently qualified Apprentice Vehicle Technician seeking the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you!
Join the UK’s leading vehicle rental specialists in this fantastic opportunity as a Trainee Diagnostic Technician at our fully equipped, crisp, and modern workshop in Coventry, and take advantage of our fantastic OTE of up to £36,500 (£32k basic pa + £2,400 pa bonus OTE + Training Retention Bonuses up to £1,500 + Overtime).
We proudly offer our Vehicle Technicians: greater work/life balance, clear career progression opportunities, excellent paid-to-train Training Retention Bonuses, and arguably a more manageable workload than you would find in the wider Automotive industry.
Our IMI Accredited Training Academy provides eligible staff members excellent training and retention cash bonuses in:

Diagnostics: IDS / Texa / Star / Diag Box
Hybrid & EV Vehicle Repair
Braking Systems
Tail Lifts
Electrics

Your benefits:
Some of our most popular benefits include (but are not limited to) …

Fantastic bonus scheme (Up to 8% of Salary) (not time saved)
Regular enhanced overtime, paid at time and a half (subject to business needs)
Annual training bonus (up to £1,500 pa)
24 days annual leave rising to 26 with service (+ bank holidays) and an extra day's holiday to celebrate your birthday.
Free Life Assurance
Well-being services (incl. Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance)
Discounted, flexible Gym memberships.
Exclusive employee vehicle-leasing schemes
Pension & save-as-you-earn share scheme.
Our Benefits App offers unlimited access to a vast range of retailer discounts and cashback deals (incl. Tesco, Asda, Curry's, and B&Q & Wickes, to name just a few)

We are also part of something bigger – with over 60 Northgate Vehicle Hire branches nationwide, we are a crucial part of one of the UK's most influential Automotive groups. Redde Northgate - few other businesses can offer you the support and long-term security as us; this is an excellent opportunity to progress your career! So what are you waiting for?
Apply to be our newest Trainee Diagnostic Technician today!

INDVH

Salary: £36,500 OTE (£32k Basic + Bonus + Overtime)
Hours: 42.5 /week MON-FRI 08:00-17:30 + 1 in 4 SATs 8:00-12:00 (Paid at time and half)
If you are a proven Level 2 (Or Above) Vehicle Technician, Service Technician, Mechanic, or recently qualified Apprentice Vehicle Technician seeking the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you!
Join the UK’s leading vehicle rental specialists in this fantastic opportunity as a Trainee Hybrid & EV Technician at our fully equipped, crisp, and modern workshop in Coventry, and take advantage of our fantastic OTE of up to £36,500 (£32k basic pa + £2,400 pa bonus OTE + Training Retention Bonuses up to £1,500 + Overtime).
We proudly offer our Vehicle Technicians: greater work/life balance, clear career progression opportunities, excellent paid-to-train Training Retention Bonuses, and arguably a more manageable workload than you would find in the wider Automotive industry.
Our IMI Accredited Training Academy provides eligible staff members excellent training and retention cash bonuses in:

Diagnostics: IDS / Texa / Star / Diag Box
Hybrid & EV Vehicle Repair
Braking Systems
Tail Lifts
Electrics

Your benefits:
Some of our most popular benefits include (but are not limited to) …

Fantastic bonus scheme (Up to 8% of Salary) (not time saved)
Regular enhanced overtime, paid at time and a half (subject to business needs)
Annual training bonus (up to £1,500 pa)
24 days annual leave rising to 26 with service (+ bank holidays) and an extra day's holiday to celebrate your birthday.
Free Life Assurance
Well-being services (incl. Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance)
Discounted, flexible Gym memberships.
Exclusive employee vehicle-leasing schemes
Pension & save-as-you-earn share scheme.
Our Benefits App offers unlimited access to a vast range of retailer discounts and cashback deals (incl. Tesco, Asda, Curry's, and B&Q & Wickes, to name just a few)

We are also part of something bigger – with over 60 Northgate Vehicle Hire branches nationwide, we are a crucial part of one of the UK's most influential Automotive groups. Redde Northgate - few other businesses can offer you the support and long-term security as us; this is an excellent opportunity to progress your career! So what are you waiting for?
Apply to be our newest Trainee Hybrid & EV Technician today!

INDVH

To keep accurate and complete records and ensure that the mortuary registers are kept up to date. To supervise the daily mortuary activities as part of the team. To work alone when necessary to facilitate the Coroners work and the routine mortuary duties. To assist the Network Mortuary Manager and the Senior APTs in the day-to-day running of the Trusts mortuaries. To ensure that all deceased are admitted and registered following Trust policy. To ensure that all deceased are released from the mortuary following Trust policy. To arrange and prepare viewings/Ids in the viewing room. To accompany families to the viewing room as needed. To liaise with next of kin in a professional, sympathetic but practical manner. To arrange official identifications on behalf of Her Majesties Coroner and when necessary act as Identifying Officer. For further details please see the attached job description.

To gain experience of the technical work carried out by Pharmacy Technicians within a hospital setting in any of the pharmacy departments across University Hospitals Coventry Warwickshire and the St. Cross Rugby site. This will include completing rotations in areas such as dispensary and stores for the management and supply of pharmaceuticals; goods receipt (receiving stock) clinical trials, medicines information and Medicines Management (interaction with patients and supply of medication at ward level). Successful completion of the two year training course will enable achievement of the L3 Diploma in the principles and practice for Pharmacy Technicians. *Previous applicants need not apply* For further details of the role please see the attached job description.