Job Description

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.



We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience

Job overview

Plumber / Heating Engineer (Mechanical Craftsperson) - Suffolk

Norfolk & Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (NSFT) are looking for a skilled Plumber/Heating Engineer to join our existing multi-disciplinary professional maintenance team in providing a safe environment for all service users, staff and visitors across our Suffolk sites being based at

Hospital Road Bury St Edmunds IP33 3NR

We pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing their experiences and learning from each other.



The ideal candidate would be a Gas Safe Registered engineer, however this is not essential as we will support and provide relevant training for the right person.

Main duties of the job

The work relates to both domestic and specialist commercial aspects of plumbing, hot and cold water systems, ventilation & heating systems and natural gas systems.



The successful candidate would be flexible, enthusiastic, self-motivated and confident in being part of a team that provides a comprehensive maintenance service in a unique and varied environment.



Duties & Responsibilities Associated with this role:


To provide a comprehensive service to include all aspects of planned and routine maintenance and servicing To repair and maintain a wide range of mechanical services and equipment on site Ensuring that all work is performed in accordance with the requirements of Health and Safety and other relevant legislation Fault finding and diagnosis Routine inspections to ensure our estate is safe and fully compliant Be prepared to participate as a member of the On-Call Team providing an emergency out of hours service on a rotational basis

Working for our organisation

Benefits included with this role are:-


a Recruitment & Retention Premia (RRP) payment of 3,276.96 gross per annum pro rata applies to this position in addition to annual salary starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days per annum on length of service (plus paid bank holidays) NHS pension - you are automatically enrolled, so no complicated paperwork and the NHS contributes 14% of your salary to your pension (the pension is optional, you are able to opt out if you wish Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it multiple work patterns available a comprehensive training programme opportunities for career development a Trust vehicle will be provided to use during working hours tools and equipment Department uniform. support your health and wellbeing at work, including a complete occupational health and a free Physiotherapy service FREE confidential counselling support Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work scheme FREE on site parking we will pay for your initial DBS check (excluding the annual update service charge of 13) Health Service discounts and many more

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Previous Applicants Need Not Apply

Person specification

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Qualifications

Essential criteria

Recognised and registered CITB or EITB minimum three year apprenticeship in plumbing/mechanical engineering City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3 OR NVQ Level 3 in mechanical engineering City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3 OR NVQ Level 3 plumbing Full UK driving licence for ability to drive Trust vehicles

Desirable criteria

BTEC, ONC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent #

Experience

Essential criteria

Two years relevant experience having demonstrated high technical versatility and flexibility

Desirable criteria

Experience of working in a mental health or secure services hospital environment

Please be aware that, due to the high number of applications for certain roles, this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

YOUR APPLICATION



We can provide all our job application materials in alternative formats so that these are accessible to everyone. Should you require any documents within this job pack in an alternative format, please do not hesitate to contact us at recruitment@nsft.nhs.uk.



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EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Apart from its legal duties in relation to equality and diversity, the Trust recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.


As a part of the Disability Confident Employer Guaranteed Interview Scheme we interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job vacancy (outlined in the Person Specification).. We encourage you to indicate your eligibility through TRAC jobs when applying.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post may be subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.