Multiskilled Technician; Mechanical Fitter Job Blackburn area,England UK,Trades / Skilled Labor

Multiskilled Technician (Mechanical Fitter)

EQUANS are looking for a Multiskilled Technician (Mechanical Fitter) for our Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital – occasional cover for Burnley General Hospital will be required. This role would be a permanent full‑time role working 40 hours per week – participation will be mandatory to take part in an on‑call rota (1 week in
6). On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package. Full driving licence required. The right candidate will be able to train to become an Authorised Person/Responsible Person in relevant disciplines. The Multi‑Skilled Technician will be responsible for the technical performance and maintenance of standards and provide guidance to others on site, showing technical expertise in mechanical systems.

Salary: £32,000 to £34,000 a year

Location:

Blackburn, BLACKBURN

Hours:

Full-time

Job type:
Permanent

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The post holder will provide an effective and efficient maintenance repair service to a high quality on the full range of mechanical engineering equipment and will involve maintenance of complex systems and the use of fine instrumentation and equipment. (e.g. Boilers, Heating and DHW systems, decontamination equipment, air conditioning systems, building management systems, medical gas, laundry equipment, medical plant and equipment, lifts, heat exchangers, plant and equipment contained within the mortuary, and theatres, and other hospital fixed plant and equipment.)

Work in accordance with the requirements of statute, technical guidance and codes of practice.

Carry out planned preventive maintenance inspections and commissioning tests in accordance with procedures and schedules.

Maintain the following systems and plant:

Steam and condensate systems and pressure systems
Cold and DHW systems, distribution pipework and all associated plant and equipment and dismantle and rebuild when required.
Preventive maintenance for the control of legionella in water systems.
Hydraulic, pneumatic and vacuum systems.
Piped medical gas, medical air and carrier outf.
Commercial/Industrial Laundry Equipment.
Heating, chilled water, ventilation (air handling units) and air conditioning systems.

Refer to and understand all engineering/technical drawings and specifications; interpret technical detailed manuals, carry out both routine and non‑routine fault diagnosis and repair specialist trust engineering equipment, assist in commissioning, problem solving in new technical services and communicate technical knowledge to others.

Whilst providing an on‑call service assist/liaise with the Emergency Services should an incident take place at any Health premises, independently deal with new situations as they arise and pass on knowledge to other members of the team, assist/liaise with contractors, utility suppliers, professional parties and other service providers outside of normal office hours, supporting duties for the Trust Fire Team and Major Incident Team, advise the senior Equans Management team on maintenance issues as required outside of normal office hours.

Carry out statutory testing in compliance with insurance requirements. Complete all reports and test certificates as necessary.

Respond to and liaise with other members of Equans and when applicable Trust staff who request assistance.

Be able to drive appropriate Trust vehicles for transporting personnel or 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 policy and safe working procedures i.e., the post holder will conduct risk assessments and complete action / treatment plans for all tasks.

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