NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Have you got a trades background and looking for a new career?
At NHS Highland we have a full-time vacancy within our Estates Department for a Maintenance Shift Technician (Multi-Skilled) covering Raigmore Hospital.
The successful candidate will carry out mechanical, plumbing and electrical maintenance and repair of building services, plant and equipment, which contributes to the provision of excellent patient care.
Key Duties & Responsibilities.
* To provide first line delivery of maintenance (Including Non-routine + emergency) and minor works within the post holder's skills and trade both during and out with normal hours.
* To be part of a team providing 24/7 cover in response to emergency breakdowns requiring the post holder to be deemed competent and have a working knowledge of other trades.
* To act as the responsible/sole Estate's site representative on shift for periods of up to 12 hours during the out of hour's periods including weekends and public holidays.
Key Essential Qualifications, Experience And Skills Required.
* A recognised apprenticeship in the appropriate trade (Electrical, Mechanical or Plumbing), a City & Guilds qualification or equivalent, with a minimum of 5 years' experience.
* Ability to carry out work in accordance with current regulations and a knowledge of approved Codes of Practice and Industry Standards.
* A competent working knowledge of other trades enabling the post holder to respond to emergency breakdowns when working to a shift rota.
* Capability to undertake lone working where on-site supervision or technical support isn't immediately available.
* Good communication and team working skills.
* Literacy and numeracy
* Ability to prioritise and work using own initiative.
* A current UK driving license
What we can offer you -
* Automatic enrolment in the competitive NHS Scotland pension scheme.
* Enhanced rates of pay for evening, weekend and overtime working.
* Training and Development opportunities.
* Generous annual leave entitlement, between 35 and 41 days (inclusive of public holidays) depending on length of service.
Hours of Work.
Monday - Friday
Days - 7am - 4pm
Back Shift - 4pm -11pm
Nights - 11pm - 7am
Weekends / Public Holidays
7am - 7pm
7pm - 7am
**This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa.
NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).**
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