Maintenance, Engineer, or Craftsperson

To undertake the operation and maintenance of all plant & building services installed within the Golden Jubilee Wing, within the broad range of technical disciplines and in accordance with the PPM schedules and task sheets.
To attend to all calls and reactive requests for assistance in a timely, diligent and efficient manner, so as to best protect the Client's assets.
To maintain full & accurate reporting of all tasks attended, including time, any additional work required, details of materials used or any specialist attendance required., The day-to-day planned maintenance and operation of all plant and services including the monitoring and control of site conditions utilising the BMS.
To liaise and co-operate with specialist sub-contractors and other visiting disciplines to ensure the continuing efficient operation of the building & plant, minimising any disruption or down time to the occupants.
To comply at all times with the Company's Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Procedures and to ensure that all work is undertaken in accordance with Industry best practices & statute so as to best protect the Clients assets or business.
To assist Management with the operation and implementation of Permit to Work systems and to report any instance of non conformance with these Safe Systems of work. Raise any concern with a Supervisor or the Estates Manager as arising.
To ensure that all areas in which work is undertaken are kept in a clean and tidy condition, and that all waste is removed & segregated for disposal in accordance with standing environmental procedures.
To undertake any small works or alterations within your specific skill set as required by the Estates Manager. Including the assembly, installation and commissioning of new installations, without detriment to PPM & Reactive Shift duties.
To provide a timely and efficient reactive response to emergency situations and to accurately diagnose faults and carryout the necessary remedial action to ensure optimum availability of plant & services.
To be proactive and be capable of anticipating potential faults or problems which may occur within the full range of building services, and to report to the Estates Supervisor for the necessary corrective action where necessary.
To be able to prioritise tasks and to seek advice and support as appropriate.
Understand the overall operation & strategy of the building services, including mechanical, electrical, fire protection & Building Control systems within the Golden Jubilee Wing. Able to carry out the necessary system checks & accurately record plant status & issues arising by means of the Shift Log.
To be fully proficient to carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance, including testing & diagnosis of all plant and Building Services as necessary.
To be familiar with Emergency & Escalation Procedures and to implement as necessary.
Use all relevant tools and equipment safely and report any defects to equipment issued.
Undertake the duties of lower grade staff on an ad hoc basis as required & to instruct others on all aspects of the role as necessary.
Maintain current trade knowledge in accordance with published Codes of Practice & guidance and embrace any training provided by the company to enhance professional skills, innovation, & safety procedures.
Participate in12 hour rotating shift pattern, including working public holidays as rostered, and covering holidays/sickness of other shifts in liaison with the Estates Supervisor and to be available where possible for out of normal working hours attendance's as directed by the Contract Manager.
Participate in employee Engagement activities, Appraisals & Performance Reviews including the identification of training and development needs within specified company timeframes.

Communication & Relationship Skills

Good communication skills at all levels. To exchange, interpret, analyse and calculate complex information and communicate to specialists and non-specialists.
To be highly motivated and work closely with Shift partner & support staff.

Knowledge, Training & Experience

To have completed a recognised Apprenticeship or similar scheme and to be qualified to ONC or equivalent in a relevant Building Services / Engineering discipline.
To have completed or currently participating in CPD courses or Authorised Person training.
To have an understanding of energy efficiency and Environmental procedures including segregation of waste & recycling.
IT literate

Analytical & Judgement Skills

To collect all data and information necessary as directed to assist in the analysis of Plant & Building Services performance & utilisation.
Make sound judgements across wide range of issues taking into account legislation, H&S, conflicting demands, and escalating any issues arising to the Estates Supervisor or Estates Manager.

Physical Skills

Use of Plant, Tools & equipment. Some moderate lifting and handling in accordance with Manual Handling assessment. The post holder will be required to regularly work in plant areas therefore should be fit, able to climb ladders and access confined spaces (where PTW allows).

Mental Effort

Occasional intense concentration whilst faultfinding or interrogating BMS, coping with interruptions, dealing with clinicians for access as required and prioritising workload to suit access as granted.

Emotional Effort

Will be exposed occasionally to complaints both directly and indirectly from staff, patients and the public regarding environmental conditions or plant fault. Any complaints to be forwarded to the Estates Manager.
Occasional distressing or emotional circumstances.

Working Conditions

Will be required to work often in unpleasant, noisy, hot, humid areas where necessary.
Occasional unpleasant conditions/occasional highly unpleasant conditions
General maintenance activities. Potential of sewage or pest infection.

Personal/professional Development

To take every reasonable opportunity to maintain and improve your professional knowledge and competence.
To participate in personal objective setting and review, including the creation of a personal development plan.

Health And Safety

To take reasonable care for your own Health and Safety and that of any other person who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work.
To co-operate with Sodexo and Trust in ensuring that statutory regulations, codes of practice, local policies and department health and safety rules are adhered to.

Confidentiality

To ensure that confidentiality is maintained at all times in conjunction with Sodexo and Trust Confidentiality Policy.

City & Guilds / NVQ 3 certification
Experience in building services and plant engineering
Experience in maintenance and fault finding
Aware of health and safety Procedures and safe systems of work

Desirable

Previous experience within a health service environment
Experience in water hygiene regulations

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and P

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
A Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
Flexible and dynamic work environment
Competitive compensation
Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! Engineer a brighter future

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Package Description

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42 hours per week
Monday - Sunday
7am - 7pm or 7pm - 7am
£20.11 per hour
Kings College Hospital - SE5 9RS

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