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Mechanical Maintenance Assistant
Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital, NR4 7UY
Full time, Permanent (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: £23,200.32
- £27,389.71 depending on experience, plus Serco benefits.Monday to Friday 08:00AM – 16:00PM
Here at Serco, we are looking for an experienced maintenance assistant to join our team at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. 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. We are offering a unique opportunity to work in a diverse engineering environment providing a wide scope for development of skills and knowledge.
Reporting into the Engineering Supervisors you will be part of the engineering team providing electrical, mechanical and building maintenance across the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital site as part of Serco’s Hard FM estates service to the NHS.
Main Accountabilities:
The post holder will ensure that the hospitals’ building, fabric, plant, electrical and mechanical services and equipment are maintained to a high standard and ensure their continued safety, efficiency and reliability. You will undertake electrical, mechanical and building planned preventative maintenance as well as first response to carry out minor repairs. This will typically include:
- Fire alarm testing.
- Lamp replacement and light cleaning.
- Emergency light testing.
- Replacement of nurse call leads and emergency pull chords.
- Fire sprinkler testing.
- Medical Gas routine testing.
- Assist with lift entrapment.
- Boiler safety checks to include chemical dosage checks.
- Ventilation grille cleaning.
- Water safety to include temperature monitoring, water sampling, TMV servicing etc.
- Repair leaking taps.
- Meter readings.
- Fire extinguisher checks.
- Replacement of fixtures and fittings.
- Involvement in planned Operating Theatre maintenance work.
What you’ll need to do the role:
To be considered for this role you will need to be able to demonstrate previous experience in a similar maintenance role and working within a large complex service organisation. It is preferable that you have knowledge of building and engineering trades as this will be an advantage. You will need to demonstrate a professional approach, strong awareness to health & safety, good communication and customer service skills and be able to work well in high pressure situations.
For an informal chat please contact:
Mark Speller, Engineering Manager Mechanical 01603 641140
Adam Taylor, Deputy Engineering Manager Mechanical on 01603 646782
Why Serco?
Meaningful and vital work: Working within a Hospital 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, cycle to work scheme 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
All Serco employees must ensure that their current line manager is aware of their application. For confidential enquiries please contact MyHR. Serco are Disability Confident Leader employers and are committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.
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