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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.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
Our purpose:
Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran.
Our values:
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please click here - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Positions:
An opportunity has arisen in the North Sector Estates Department for a Mechanical Technician in Ayrshire Central Hospital.
What you will do:
To assist in the provision of a comprehensive multi-site installation, maintenance and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) service and to maximise the efficiency and quality of the mechanical, electrical and environmental services of NHS Ayrshire & Arran using resources available.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
You are required to be proficient in, have knowledge of, or undertake training in the following:-
- Recognised apprenticeship
- Up to Higher National Certificate or equivalent with appropriate previous experience.
- Use of fine and intricate tools
- Trained with refreshers for competent persons to SHTM 02 Medical Gas pipe systems requirements
- COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
- City and Guilds Qualification in HTM 2010 Large porous load sterilizers
- City and Guilds Qualification in HTM 2030 Testing of Endoscope washer disinfectors
- Certified specialist training in Visonik, Desigo and Apogee Building Management System computerised control system
- Precision machining and working to very fine tolerances.
- Steam Boiler plant, pressure vessel and other statutory devises
- Mathematical calculations in respect of mechanical systems and processes
- Reading of plans
- Confined Spaces training
- Fire Safety/Training
- Health & Safety Regulations/training
- Able to use own initiative
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem solving
- Lifting and Handling, use of lifting equipment
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
37 hours per week
Shift Pattern:
8.00am to 4.30 pm Monday to Thursday and 8.00am to 1.30pm Friday
You will also be required to take part in an on call rota and be able to work at other hospitals within Ayrshire to meet the demands of the service. Due to the requirement to participate in an on call rota it is desirable that the successful applicant should live no more than 30 minutes travelling time from the hospital.
Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
Driving licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.
Informal enquiries to Neil Foggo, Estate Officer/ Authorised Person 01294 323264 or alternatively by email to neil.foggo@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
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