Mechanical Craftsperson / Plumber

Here at Serco, we're looking for a Mechanical Craftsperson to join us at the James Cook University Hospital, offering a unique opportunity to work in a diverse engineering environment providing a wide scope for development of skills and knowledge as well as making a positive difference in supporting the NHS and community we support. Reporting into the Engineering Team Lead you will be part of the engineering team providing planned preventative and reactive maintenance services across the James Cook University Hospital site as part of Serco's Hard FM estates service to the NHS. The post holder will ensure that the hospitals' building, fabric, plant, services, and equipment are maintained to a high standard and ensure their continued safety, efficiency, and reliability. You will carry out maintenance and repairs on a large variety of plant and equipment to include but not limited to:

• Medium Temperature Hot Water systems
• Steam systems, pipelines and associated equipment and safety devices.
• Hot and cold-water systems including cold water service tanks, calorifiers, thermostatic mixing valves etc.
• Hydrotherapy pool
• Medical gas systems
• Decontamination equipment
• Ventilation/air handling systems
• Pump overhauls
• Equipment repairs
• Systems balancing and testing etc.
• An awareness of electrical and building management/control systems would also be beneficial.
  
  You will need to have completed a recognised appropriate Engineering Apprenticeship or other relevant structured Training Program, appropriate City & Guilds and/or BTEC certification.
• You will need proven experience of working in a similar environment and sound knowledge and understanding of Mechanical Building Services.
• You will need to demonstrate a professional approach, strong awareness to health and safety, good communication and customer service skills and be able to work well in high pressure situations.
  
  Meaningful and vital work: Working within Hard FM 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., About Serco At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone. By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks - SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.


• Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews.
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres.
• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
• ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.
• Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.
• Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.