Carry out reactive and planned preventative maintenance along with inspection and testing of complex systems including Steam raising plant (Shell Boilers),condensate & distribution pipework, MTHW, LTHW, HTG and DHWS systems, pressure systems, unvented and vented hot water systems, chilled water systems, medical gas systems. ventilation & air conditioning systems, compressed air systems, building management systems, catering equipment and other fixed hospital systems in line with statutory requirements and Trust procedures. Prioritise and respond efficiently to all planned and reactive maintenance jobs to meet SLA's. Identify, prioritise and plan own work load and actively participate in the operation of the performance management information system, including the completion of all paper work required in a timely manner. This will be aided by the use of a hand held electronic device. Ensure safe working practices are followed such as the completion of risk assessment, SOP's Trust Policies and PTW procedures. Advise the Maintenance Manager / Engineering Manager (Operational) regarding plant or equipment failure and to request in writing the supply of goods and/or services with reference to manufacturers manuals etc. Maintain stock levels for spares and equipment. Advises the on call Estates Manager and Senior Hospital Staff (Duty Manager on call/Directorate Managers) on maintenance issues as required outside of normal office hours. Provide operational advisory support to Trust staff and managers to ensure compliance with all safety standards and procedures. Liaise with contractors, utility suppliers, professional parties and other service users both during normal working hours and out of hours. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers, colleagues, contractors and trust wide service users. Liaise with Wards and Departments to ensure requested work is specified correctly to meet the users needs, provided efficiently and completed within the agreed priority response periods. This applies to all work requests including patient critical engineering plant, equipment and building services. Assist with, and support the Trusts Engineering Managers in project work, new equipment testing and commissioning, specifications, surveys, costing and other similar duties. Undertake inspections for pre-installations and investigate services which may be required for new equipment and carry out minor installation improvement works. Refer to and understand Engineering/Technical drawings, specifications and technical manuals. Be prepared to work in hazardous areas, confined spaces and on contaminated equipment taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment in accordance with Trust policy and safe working procedures. Ensure that Risk Assessments and the use of operational procedures are actioned and observed by all maintenance staff. Ensure the security of all plant, equipment and buildings under the jurisdiction of the Maintenance Department. Make sure that any work areas are secure when working. Ensure that plant rooms are locked at all times.

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Shift Maintenance Fitter to join our team to help keep our hospital environment safe, operational and support the health and well-being of our patients, staff and visitors.

This constitutes a blend of planned preventative maintenance coupled with emergency repairs and everything in between.

We cannot even begin to tell you what a great place this is to work, with so many interesting and intricate engineering systems that you just won’t find anywhere else. You will demonstrate a good working knowledge of critical mechanical infrastructure ranging from steam raising plant, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems to Medical Gas and building management systems in compliance with all statutory requirements and good practice guidelines.

27 holidays annual leave plus bank holidays!

Great Employee Benefit Schemes

The Bottom Line – What Do you Receive?

Salary:

The NHS Band for this position is Band 4 which for regular hours works out at £25,147 rising to £27,596 pa (after 3 years).

However, as a Shift Maintenance Fitter working for our Trust and with the RRP included, based on our current shift pattern this equates to approx.£32,100 to £35,000(after 3 years) pa.

On top of this there may be irregular overtime opportunities throughout the year. Also within the benefits is optional inclusion into one of the best pension packages available

You will apply a high degree of attention to detail and be precise in the recording of relevant results so we have effective and accurate records.
You will be issued with our easily recognisable Hospital uniform and will work as part of the mechanical team with 11 colleagues carrying out all manner of planned preventative maintenance and emergency breakdown repairs to engineering plant and equipment.

Owing to the skills and experience you possess, many of the repairs will need to be attended to urgently and some aspects of the work can be hazardous.



We have 9000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You’ll have access to varied development opportunities to learn new skills. You’ll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You’ll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.
• Carry out reactive and planned preventative maintenance along with inspection and testing of complex systems including Steam raising plant (Shell Boilers),condensate & distribution pipework, MTHW, LTHW, HTG and DHWS systems, pressure systems, unvented and vented hot water systems, chilled water systems, medical gas systems. ventilation & air conditioning systems, compressed air systems, building management systems, catering equipment and other fixed hospital systems in line with statutory requirements and Trust procedures.
• Prioritise and respond efficiently to all planned and reactive maintenance jobs to meet SLA's.
• Identify, prioritise and plan own work load and actively participate in the operation of the performance management information system, including the completion of all paper work required in a timely manner. This will be aided by the use of a hand held electronic device.
• Ensure safe working practices are followed such as the completion of risk assessment, SOP's Trust Policies and PTW procedures.
• Advise the Maintenance Manager / Engineering Manager (Operational) regarding plant or equipment failure and to request in writing the supply of goods and/or services with reference to manufacturer’s manuals etc.
• Maintain stock levels for spares and equipment.
• Advises the on call Estates Manager and Senior Hospital Staff (Duty Manager on call/Directorate Managers) on maintenance issues as required outside of normal office hours.
• Provide operational advisory support to Trust staff and managers to ensure compliance with all safety standards and procedures.
• Liaise with contractors, utility suppliers, professional parties and other service users both during normal working hours and out of hours.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers, colleagues, contractors and trust wide service users.
• Liaise with Wards and Departments to ensure requested work is specified correctly to meet the users’ needs, provided efficiently and completed within the agreed priority response periods. This applies to all work requests including patient critical engineering plant, equipment and building services.
• Assist with, and support the Trusts Engineering Managers in project work, new equipment testing and commissioning, specifications, surveys, costing and other similar duties. Undertake inspections for pre-installations and investigate services which may be required for new equipment and carry out minor installation improvement works.
• Refer to and understand Engineering/Technical drawings, specifications and technical manuals.
• Be prepared to work in hazardous areas, confined spaces and on contaminated equipment taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment in accordance with Trust policy and safe working procedures. Ensure that Risk Assessments and the use of operational procedures are actioned and observed by all maintenance staff.
• Ensure the security of all plant, equipment and buildings under the jurisdiction of the Maintenance Department. Make sure that any work areas are secure when working. Ensure that plant rooms are locked at all times.




This advert closes on Monday 1 Apr 2024

To carry out technical pharmaceutical duties in specified areas of the pharmacy service including dispensing and distribution of medicines, ward-based medicines management, and mental health. Training, development, and competency assessment; maintaining quality and standards by contributing to the development and implementation of new services, processes, and procedures to deliver services in line with Professional, Local, and National directives. Accuracy checking of dispensed medications on completion of National Diploma in Accuracy Checking. Your duties will include, but are not limited to: Dispensing of inpatient, discharge, and outpatient medication for patients in the Trust. Planning and organizing dispensing and supply to the local Mental Health Trust. Supporting medicines reconciliation, review of patients' own medicines, and discharge planning working with the ward-based pharmacy teams. Audit and project work. Accuracy checking of dispensed medication once qualification gained. For more information, please see the job description. Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this post. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

The Pharmacy Technician is to assume the following key responsibilities in delivering health services a. Undertake patient facing and patient supporting roles to ensure effective medicines use through shared decision-making conversations with patients. b. Conduct medicine optimisation tasks including effective medicine administration (e.g., checking inhaler technique), support medication reviews and medicines reconciliation. c. When required, utilise consultation skills to work in partnership with patients to ensure they use their medicines effectively d. Support, as determined by the Practice Pharmacist, medication reviews and medicines reconciliation for new care home patients and synchronise medicines for patient transfers between care settings and linking with local community pharmacists e. Provide specialist expertise, when competent, to address both the public health and social care needs of patients including lifestyle advice, service information and help in tackling local health inequalities f. Maintain a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols and liaise with specialist pharmacists for more complex patients g. Support initiatives for antimicrobial stewardship to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribing h. Assist in the delivery of medicines optimisation and management incentive schemes and patient safety audits; i. Support the implementation of national prescribing policies and guidance within GP practices, care homes and other primary care settings. This will be achieved through undertaking clinical audits (e.g., use of antibiotics), supporting quality improvement measures and contributing to the Quality and Outcomes Framework and enhanced services; j. Contribute to public health campaigns (e.g., COVID-19 or flu clinics) through advice or direct care k. Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times l. Medicines safety Work with the clinical pharmacist team and medicines safety leads to implement changes to medicines that result from MHRA alerts, product withdrawal and other local and national guidance. Technical and administrative responsibilities The technical and administrative responsibilities of the Pharmacy Technician: a. Work with the the Practice multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient medicines optimisation including implementing efficient ordering and return processes and reducing wastage b. Supervise practice reception teams in sorting and streaming general prescription requests so as to allow GPs and Clinical Pharmacists to review the more clinically complex requests c. Provide leadership for medicines optimisation systems across the practice, supporting practices with a range of services to get the best value from medicines by encouraging and implementing electronic prescriptions, safe repeat prescribing systems and timely monitoring and management of high-risk medicines d. Provide training and support on the legal, safe and secure handling of medicines, including the implementation of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) e. Develop relationships with other Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacists and members of the multi-disciplinary team to support the integration of the pharmacy team across health and social care including primary care, community pharmacy, secondary care and mental health f. Support the delivery of QOF, incentive schemes, QIPP and other quality or cost effectiveness initiatives g. Undertake any tasks consistent with the level of the post and the scope of the role, ensuring that work is delivered in a timely and effective manner h. Duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility. i.There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.

Decontamination Technician We are now inviting applications for the post of Decontamination Technician. This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week and will include working weekends on a 3 week rotational basis) and is based at Ramsay Sterile Services North West, Preston. We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals who have already worked within the field of decontamination of re-usable medical devices for at least 2 years, or who have completed a recognised decontamination course (NVQ/TVQ/Technical Certificate). For those looking for progression we offer training and development including the opportunity to undertake the IDSc Technical Certificate. We are looking for people to develop their careers with us, so if you feel you need to move forward with a fresh start, come and meet the team for an informal visit. The successful applicant must have: Relevant experience as a decontamination technician within a health care setting Sound written and verbal communication skills Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required Good computer skills (MS Office package) Flexibility and adaptability Demonstrated customer service skills Willingness to work the occasional night shift once competence is achieved Key responsibilities include: Performing the full decontamination cycle on re-usable medical devices (surgical instruments) to the highest of standards, in line within all Ramsay policies and procedures Participate fully in quality control processes ensuring procedures and documentation is completed accurately at all times In return we offer: Competitive salary Plus Enhancements (if eligible) 33 days annual leave inc bank holidays which increase with service (pro rata) Private Healthcare Contributory Pension Scheme Life Assurance Excellent Training and Development Opportunities Free on-site Parking About Us: Ramsay Health Care UK have 2 purpose built sterile services/decontamination supercentres in Braintree Essex and in Preston Lancashire. They have been open for the past 11 years and service 9 Ramsay hospitals in their regions. Both facilities are accredited to the ISO 13485 standard and are proud to deliver excellence in medical device decontamination within the sector. Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years' experience. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We love people with a positive, "can do" attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success. "The Ramsay Way" culture recognises that people - staff and doctors - are Ramsay Health Care's most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. All offers of employment in respect of this appointment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Committed to quality, equality and opportunity for all.

What you will be doing:

• This position is responsible for all maintenance issues within the Hotel to deliver an excellent guest experience while performing daily checks, repairing equipment, and coordinating projects.
• Assist the Maintenance Manager with projects including repairs and replacement of plant and equipment including refrigeration, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.
• Manage contractor work requests, inductions and follow up on all work assigned.
• Assignment of daily tasks to engineering staff, to meet workload and business needs
• Implement systems to manage risk and environmental impact effectively.
• Train and develop members of the Engineering team.
• Prioritize job requests, assign tasks to team and follow up on completed jobs as required.
• Ensuring overall adherence to fire safety policies of Hot Works permits, Tag Out system, Material Safety Data Program, Confined Space program, CFC control program, Work Permit program.

Trainee Decontamination Technician Ramsay Sterile Services North West, Preston Full-Time, 37.5 Hours We are now inviting applications for the post of Trainee Decontamination Technician. This is a full-time position based at Ramsay Sterile Services North West in Preston. This exciting opportunity has arisen for motivated and enthusiastic individuals, who have an eye for detail and a desire to make a difference. A full training programme will be undertaken to ensure the necessary skills are achieved during which you will report to one of our Decontamination Technician Supervisors. There are opportunities to undertake an apprenticeship either now or in the future. This job is a starting point for a successful career in medical device decontamination with a development structure and future opportunities for senior roles within the organisation. Key responsibilities include: Performing the full decontamination cycle on re-usable medical devices (surgical instruments) to the highest of standards, in line within all Ramsay policies and procedures Participate fully in quality control processes ensuring procedures and documentation is completed accurately at all times The successful applicant must have: Sound written and verbal communication skills Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required Good computer skills (MS Office package) Flexibility and adaptability Demonstrated customer service skills Willingness to work the occasional night shift once competence is achieved You are required to have a good level of general education and a desire to progress in the field. In return we offer: Contributory pension scheme 25 days' annual leave plus eight Bank Holiday days Family friendly policies including enhanced parental leave Private healthcare and life assurance Free uniform and DBS check Free onsite parking and a subsidised staff restaurant Access to our employee discount programme Wellbeing Centre and access to 24/7 employee assistance line Long service, employee recognition and appreciation awards Access to the Ramsay Academy giving you genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close our adverts prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.

We are recruiting for fully qualified Light Vehicle Technician contractors & MOT Testers to cover long and short term contracts with a wide range of clients varying from main dealers, car supermarkets, fast fit companies, independent workshops, councils and more

Worried about guarantees of work? No need. With our expert team at Vibe Recruit head office we source the work for you and tailor contracts to suit your availability. We work with you to keep you busy. we can also put you in contact with other contractors in your area who can put your mind at ease. Contracting with Vibe Recruit gives you the freedom of being your own boss without the hassle of being your own boss.

You will need:

-A NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification or time served experience
-Minimum of 5 years' experience in a vehicle technician role
-Fully competent in carrying out all manner of light vehicle repairs on light vehicles and light commercials.
-Your own tools
-Full UK Driving Licence and own vehicle
-If you are an MOT Tester you are required to have at least 6 month experience with a minimum of 100 tests carried out.

What we are offering:

-Excellent pay rates up to £24 per hour
-Various payment options to suit you (Limited Company, Sole Trader, Umbrella)
-Contracts outside IR35
-Long term & flexible short term contracts to suit all needs
-A guarantee of 8 hours minimum per day
-Weekly Pay
-A dedicated team of consultants who will source all your contracts, so you do not have to worry about finding work
-MOT experts here at head office who can assist with any MOT queries you may have

If this type of work seems interesting to you or you would just like some more information apply now by emailing your cv over or call me on 07305981995

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

The Trust is looking for a Maintenance Officer to join the Facilities Team, and provide support across all of our Trust sites.

The Maintenance Officers for the Lancashire Wildlife Trust (LWT) will be based out of our Brockholes Nature Reserve, but will provide support as and when needed at our other LWT sites across the North West. All sites vary in complexity from simple office spaces, to a state-of-the-art floating visitor centre, and each has their own systems. This role needs someone who has practical knowledge of Facilities management and compliance, but will also require someone who can work with a large variety of staff, customers, suppliers and volunteers. This role will mainly comprise of practical maintenance, but it will also include RAMS writing and supplier liaison, and will supervise volunteers in basic maintenance tasks. The role will require travel between our sites using an LWT vehicle to carry out statutory and emergency maintenance.

The successful applicant will have practical experience in maintenance and the ability to work in an organised and methodical manner. This role requires someone who will be dedicated to becoming an expert in the systems and processes in place across the various Trust sites, and the job holder will have the ability to build effective working relationships with peers, contractors and volunteers in order to deliver a successful maintenance schedule.

Further details including a full Job Description can be found on our website https://www.lancswt.org.uk/jobs/maintenance-officer-1. Please review the Job Description before you apply.

Should you be interested in this position, please complete the Application Form and Diversity Monitoring Form, and return your application before the closing date stated below.

(CV's will not be considered - No Agencies)

Closing Date: Sunday 21st January 2024

Interviews: Week commencing 22nd January 2024

Your new company
Your new company is a leading UK manufacturer in the foods industry. Due to a continued period of substantial growth both in the UK and Internationally, this company has become the 5th largest UK brand in their industry, with ambitious plans to become the No.1 brand in 2024, through its award-winning innovation programme.

Your new role
In this role you will need to ensure all machines, equipment and company property are properly maintained to ensure production is maximised whilst working to planned schedules and within GMP and SOP guidelines.

What you'll need to succeed

• Time served or HNC qualified
• At least 5 years' electrical experience within the FMCG sector
• Previous experience of working in a 'clean' manufacturing / factory environment preferably within the food / pharmaceutical industry
• Experience and a good understanding of PLCs, fault-finding, 3 phase, DC motors, relays, sensors, and drives

What you'll get in return
In return, you'll get a competitive salary of £42k+, a competitive pension scheme and other industry benefits.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Summary

Job Description for Senior Control, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer:

As part of our Engineering team, you'll not only be able to get involved with a huge variety of projects, but you'll also have lots of opportunity to drive them through from start to finish - allowing you to see the impact your work has in a real-world environment.

You'll be part of a team that delivers work to benefit society by advancing cleaner energy, protecting the environment, and keeping everyone safe.

We're looking for a versatile and experienced Senior EC&I Engineer who can take projects from the functional design specification through to delivery, managing all the relevant technical documentation throughout.

We're looking for someone who is looking to push their career to the next level.

Someone keen to work and grow as part of an integrated team.

The location for this role is flexible and can be based at Risley, Preston or Sellafield.

Main Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities for Senior Control, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer:

• Get involved with the whole project lifecycle.
• Take the lead in developing CE&I designs to national and international standards.
• Work with the wider engineering and business teams in developing safety related systems to BS EN 61508, BS EN ISO 13849-1.
• Work with the construction and commissioning team by providing CE&I support.
• Work with a team of junior engineers to guide their design activities.
• Work with the CE&I Discipline Lead Engineer to identify and develop business improvements.
• Engage in the employee development program to support your technical and behavioural growth.

Ideal Candidate

Essential Criteria for Senior Control, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer:

• Someone with a degree in an Electrical Engineering discipline or closely related subject together with a good level of design office experience.
• Someone with a good knowledge and experience in following an accredited design / engineering process to deliver an assured design / system that meets all required statutory site and national safety standards.
• Someone with the ability to work well within a design environment and other engineering disciplines.
• Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years' worth of UK residency).

Desirable Criteria for Senior Control, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer:

• A Chartered or Incorporated Engineer, or someone working towards professional registration, although equivalent experience will be taken into consideration.
• A working knowledge of the requirements of PUWER and UKCA marking.
• Experience of the nuclear sector.
• Knowledge of Sellafield Standards.

NNL has a proactive approach to supporting technical skills development and personal growth.

Professional Membership Fees Paid - e.g. IET Membership fees , Engineering Council, etc.

If you think you've most but not all the skills, then apply as you may find you have the skills but not recognise them.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and flexible individual to join the Technical Support Team. Candidate must have proven technical support experience and have relevant experience in an IT support role or equivalent.

The post holder will work as part of the Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust Digital Department.

Also having a solid knowledge of IT Applications such as Windows 10, Office, general desktop applications and operation. Thorough specialist working knowledge of IT hardware fault analysis, diagnostics and resolution including experience of supporting mobile devices.

You will be able to demonstrate good attention to detail, be able to problem solve and manage your own time well.

Candidate must have a strong customer focused approach, good communication and interpersonal skills as well as having experience of dealing with customers over the telephone or in person with an ability to work under pressure.

The post holder duties include:

Work in conjunction with any appropriate third-party support companies as required.

To provide a first-class customer service, making sure all customers are kept fully up to date with their calls as per the agreed SLA for their Clinical Business Unit.

Provide Statistical Analysis & Reports for the IT Service.

Contribute and make recommendations to the continual development of the IT & Service Management policies & procedures for Digital Services.

Work with specialists to find re-occurring issues and look to implement permanent long term fixes.

To assist in streamlining processes within Health Informatics.

To be responsible for monitoring critical SLA targets and intervening when needed to ensure targets are met.

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.

The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.

Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.

For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT

Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.


This advert closes on Wednesday 27 Dec 2023

A Vacancy at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


We need a dedicated Electrician based at Royal Preston Hospital to join our team to help keep our hospital environment safe, operational, and supporting the health and wellbeing of our patients, staff and visitors – day in day out. No mean feat! We really mean it when we say no two days are the same – it is a blend of planned maintenance coupled with emergency repairs and everything in between.

You will also work across some of our other hospitals sites too, so whilst primarily based at Royal Preston Hospital you will get out there to other sites at Chorley Hospital, Preston Business Centre and beyond.

This role will involve a 7-week rotating shifts, that will involve Days, Evenings, Nights and Weekends.

We cannot even begin to tell you what a great place this is to work, with so many interesting and intricate engineering systems that you just won’t find anywhere else – so much different to day to day installation works and working on cold wet construction sites. You will demonstrate a good working knowledge of electrical systems in compliance with all statutory requirements and good practice guidelines – it’s likely you will be able to teach us a thing or two!

Owing to the skills and experience you possess, this is without supervision as we trust you to be in charge of your own work activity. Many of the repairs will need to be attended to urgently and some aspects of the work can be hazardous but this will be a walk in the park for you.

The Bottom Line – What Do you Receive?

Salary:

The NHS Band for this position is Band 4 which for regular hours works out at £25,147 rising to £27,596 pa (after 3 years).

However, as a Shift Electrician working for our Trust and with the RRP included, based on our current shift pattern this equates to approx. £32,100 to £35,000 (after 3 years) pa.

On top of this there may be irregular overtime opportunities throughout the year. Also within the benefits is optional inclusion into one of the best pension packages available.

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You’ll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you’d never have done. You’ll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You’ll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Duties to include but not be limited to:
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers, colleagues, contractors and trust wide service users.
• Liaises with contractors, utility suppliers, professional parties and other service users both during normal working hours and out of hours
• Provide operational advisory support to Trust staff and managers to ensure compliance with all safety standards and procedures.
• Advise the Senior Estates Officer and/or Senior Hospital Staff (Duty Manager on call/Directorate Managers) on maintenance issues as required outside of normal office hours.
• Respond to estates related incidents and liaise with other members of the Trust’s staff who request assistance
• Liaise with Wards and Departments to ensure requested work is specified correctly to meet the users’ needs, provided efficiently and completed within the agreed priority response periods. This applies to all work requests including patient critical engineering plant, equipment and building services.
• Advises the Maintenance Manager / Engineering Estates Officer (Operational) regarding plant or equipment failure and to request in writing the supply of goods and/or services with reference to manufacturer’s manuals etc. Maintain stock levels for spares and equipment
• Carry out panned preventative maintenance inspections and testing to ensure compliance in line with Trust procedure and statutory requirements.
• Refer to and understand Electrical and Engineering/Technical drawings, specifications and technical manuals.
• Assist in commissioning of electrical and mechanical services, plant and equipment.
• Use and be competent in the use of all relevant tools and equipment within safety guidelines as necessary for the completion of works
• Understands the Low Voltage electrical systems within all Trust properties, Test, diagnose and repair faults on these systems, and to deal with new situations as they arise. To pass on knowledge to others.
• Carry out maintenance of complex systems including Boilers, Heating and ventilation systems, building management systems, LV systems, switch rooms, fire alarm systems, securities systems, medical gas alarms systems, catering equipment, lifts, nurse call systems, IPS and UPS systems, plant and equipment contained within mortuary and theatres, and other Trust fixed plant and equipment
• Be prepared to work in hazardous areas, confined spaces and on contaminated equipment taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment in accordance with Trust policy and safe working procedures. Ensure that Risk Assessments and the use of operational procedures are actioned and observed by all maintenance staff.
• Through the use of Risk Assessments and Maintenance records ensure that all maintenance and minor works comply fully with statutory and other regulations.
• Be fully conversant with all Trust policies and procedures including:- Fire Safety, Infection Control, Health & Safety at Work Act, COSHH Regulations and Manual Handling guidance and safe systems of work
• Identify and prioritise own work load and that of others when appropriate and actively participate in the operation of the performance management information system, including the completion of all paper work required by the scheme in a timely manner.
• Assist with, and support the Trusts Engineering Officers in project work, new equipment testing and commissioning, specifications, surveys, costing and other similar duties. Undertake inspections for pre-installations and investigate
• Reports all incidents using the DATIX system involving incidents, accidents and near misses related to own area of responsibility
• Required to drive appropriate Trust vehicles for transporting personnel or equipment
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance inspections and commissioning tests in accordance with Trust procedures and schedules


This advert closes on Monday 8 Jan 2024

So much more than just fixing heating!

We need a great Mechanical Fitter to join our team to help keep our hospital environment safe, operational and supporting the health and wellbeing of our patients, staff and visitors – day in day out. No mean feat! We really mean it when we say no two days are the same – it’s a blend of planned maintenance coupled with emergency repairs and everything in between.

We cannot even begin to tell you what a great place this is to work, with so many interesting and intricate engineering systems that you just won’t find anywhere else – very different from your usual, day-to-day installation works and working on cold, wet construction sites. You will demonstrate a good working knowledge of mechanical heating/ventilation systems in compliance with all statutory requirements and good practice guidelines – it’s likely you will be able to teach us a thing or two!

27 holidays annual leave plus bank holidays!

The Bottom Line – What Do you Receive?

Salary:

The NHS Band for this position is Band 4 which for regular hours works out at £25,147 rising to £27,596 pa (after 3 years).

However, as a Shift Electrician working for our Trust and with the RRP included, based on our current shift pattern this equates to approx.£32,100 to £35,000(after 3 years) pa.

On top of this there may be irregular overtime opportunities throughout the year. Also within the benefits is optional inclusion into one of the best pension packages available

You will apply a high degree of attention to detail and be precise in the recording of relevant results so we have effective and accurate records.
Most superheroes wear a cape – yet you will be issued with our easily recognisable Hospital uniform and will work as part of a team with five or six colleagues carrying out all manner of planned preventative maintenance, repairs to engineering plant and equipment.

Owing to the skills and experience you possess, this is without supervision as we trust you to be in charge of your own work activity. Many of the repairs will need to be attended to urgently and some aspects of the work can be hazardous but this will be a walk in the park for you.



We have 9000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.



You’ll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you’d never have done. You’ll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You’ll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers, colleagues, contractors and trust wide service users.
• Liaises with contractors, utility suppliers, professional parties and other service users both during normal working hours and out of hours.
• Provide operational advisory support to Trust staff and managers to ensure compliance with all safety standards and procedures.
• Advises the Senior Estates Officer and/or Senior Hospital Staff (Duty Manager on call/Directorate Managers) on maintenance issues as required outside of normal office hours.
• Respond to estates related incidents and liaise with other members of the Trust’s staff who request assistance
• Liaise with Wards and Departments to ensure requested work is specified correctly to meet the users’ needs, provided efficiently and completed within the agreed priority response periods. This applies to all work requests including patient critical engineering plant, equipment and building services.
• Advises the Maintenance Manager / Engineering Estates Officer (Operational) regarding plant or equipment failure and to request in writing the supply of goods and/or services with reference to manufacturer’s manuals etc. Maintain stock levels for spares and equipment
• Carry out panned preventative maintenance inspections and testing to ensure compliance in line with Trust procedure and statutory requirements.
• Refer to and understand Engineering/Technical drawings, specifications and technical manuals.
• Assist in commissioning of mechanical services, plant and equipment.
• Carry out maintenance of complex systems including Steam raising plant (Boilers),condensate& distribution pipework, Heating and DHW systems, pressurised systems, water systems, ventilation & air conditioning systems, building management systems, catering equipment, heat exchangers, plant and equipment contained within the mortuary and theatres and other hospital fixed plant and equipment
• Carry out Estates surveys, including monitoring of electrical and mechanical systems to include ventilation, heat raising plant, DHW systems to ensure compliance with required regulations and guidance
• Be prepared to work in hazardous areas, confined spaces and on contaminated equipment taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment in accordance with Trust policy and safe working procedures. Ensure that Risk Assessments and the use of operational procedures are actioned and observed by all maintenance staff.
• Identify and prioritise own work load and that of others when appropriate and actively participate in the operation of the performance management information system, including the completion of all paper work required by the scheme in a timely manner.
• Ensure the security of all plant, equipment and buildings under the jurisdiction of the Maintenance Department. Make sure that any work areas are secure when working. Ensure that plant rooms are locked at all times
• Assist with, and support the Trusts Engineering Officers in project work, new equipment testing and commissioning, specifications, surveys, costing and other similar duties. Undertake inspections for pre-installations and investigate services which may be required for new equipment and carry out minor installation improvement works
• Keep plans, electronic and hard copy records, spread sheet statistical data and ensure such records etc. are correct, updated and revised as necessary.




This advert closes on Monday 8 Jan 2024

Are you an experienced CAD Technician looking for your next role? Finlay Jude Associates are working with a leading company who specialise in providing solutions across the water, and wastewater industry.

Due to growth this successful company are now looking for an experienced CAD Technician to join the team.

Operating across various wastewater sectors they have developed an excellent client base with a strong and recognised brand. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an environment that is both challenging and rewarding.

This role would appeal to a CAD Engineer looking to broaden his or her skills with project engineering experience to enable the successful design and delivery of a project from start to finish and witness the inhouse manufacture, installation and commissioning.


The CAD Technician Job:

• Producing aeration pipework general arrangement drawings and manufacturing drawings
• Project manage the design and to procure items to be included in the system
• Reporting to the Lead CAD Technician
• Use a variety of CAD software programmes to create designs in 2D and 3D (Autodesk and Solidwords)
• Working alongside the Project, Engineering and Operation teams to eliminate or reduce risk during the design stages
• Create high-quality detailed technical drawings, plans and general arrangements
• Production and management of 3D models
• Liaise with other team members in a multi-disciplinary environment to achieve design solutions to the client’s specification
• Liaise with clients and carry out occasional site visits and surveys to gather information to progress designs
• Organising final production of the as-built model and drawings

The successful CAD Technician will have:

• Ideally looking for a person with experience in the water industry with a mechanical or structural background
• Competent in the use of Solid Works or AUTOCAD Inventor software
• Well organised
• Have a knowledge of engineering principles and the ability to create and read technical drawings
• Ideally have appropriate experience and a technical understanding of M&E requirements within the water industry, but not essential

If you are interested in the above CAD Technician role, please click the ‘apply now’ button.

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven’t heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and abilities to perform the duties of the job.

Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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