Multi Skilled Trades Person

To provide an efficient maintenance service carrying out work of a wide ranging nature, with an aim to support the provision of a high quality, flexible, proactive customer orientated service. This will be in the areas of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), repair, alteration, testing and installation of engineering services, equipment and fixtures maintained by the Facilities Maintenance Department.

Requiring a multi skilled, electrically biased engineer, who is willing to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the service at locations in Devon. The successful applicant must have experience with Air Handling Units and commercial heating systems and pipework.

Will contribute to the development of the service ensuring that the Trusts “Visions and Values” are maintained at all times, focusing on engineering excellence, integrity and support for the wider team.

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

As part of the maintenance team, the post holder will support the provision of a high quality, flexible, proactive customer orientated service.

It is essential that the applicant has experience in Air Handling Units, Motors, Bearings and commercial/industrial heating systems.

Will work on a wide range of electrical equipment and services across all areas within the Trusts estate.

This will require the individual to possess a multi-skilled ability working safely but effectively outside their core skill as an electrically biased engineer.

Skilled fault finding is required, often in circumstances where a limited amount of initial information is provided, with an aim to support the provision of a high quality, flexible, proactive customer orientated service. The post holder will ensure that the work they carry out is done effectively to ensure that patients, staff and visitors are provided with a clean safe and pleasant environment suitable for the Trust and service provided.

Experience and knowledge around Air Handling Units and their controls is required.

Will contribute to the development of the service ensuring that the Trusts “Visions and Values” are maintained at all times, focusing on engineering excellence, integrity and support for the wider team.

In all cases compliance is required to Statutory and Regulatory requirements, which includes Legionella, Electrical Safety Policy, Asbestos and Permit to Work Policies and Procedures in a professional manner.

Hours of working for this post shall be 37.5 hours 5 day period (Monday to Friday)

The post holder is required to deal effectively with staff of all levels throughout the Trust, the wider Healthcare community, external organisations and the public. This will include verbal, written and electronic media. In all instances this shall be carried out in line with the Trusts “Vision and Values” policy with particular adherence to Excellence, Integrity and Support for the wider Facilities team.

Working Pattern:Monday to Friday 37.5 08:00-16:00

Interview Date:10/03/26

For further information please contact:Andrew Marsh, Operations and Maintenance Manager on
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As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust
and
Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust
.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in…