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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
To provide a safe comfortable & statutory compliant environment for the effective provision of state of the art clinical care for our patients.
This is achieved by maintaining and delivering an effective Planned Preventive Maintenance programme and reactive repair service as well as executing installation and commissioning works of critical plant and equipment to support the delivery of all clinical services.
Provide an integral contribution to the continual management & control of Health Associated Infection with respect to the built environment, in compliance with national HAI SCRIBE, Health Environment Inspectorate (HEI) & Healthcare Associated Infections Task Force audits and Facilities Management Tool (FMT).
Provide technical support & expert guidance in the design and implementation of clinical service developments, including development support in the writing of specification & preparation of tender documents through to awarding contracts, planning & organising the projects.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
Permanent, Full time
Hillington Laundry
Shift Pattern - 5 over 7 days to include night shift and weekends
Key responsibilities:
General Duties
- Provide a safe and comfortable environment for the provision of clinical care
- Ascertain desired action using acquired skills and abilities to expedite best solution for desired outcome and assist putting solutions into practice
- In depth knowledge of Building Services infrastructure including the following services:
- Electrical distribution Systems
- Steam & Condensate distribution systems
- Domestic Hot & Cold water services
- Heating service (Wet systems)
- Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Air Tube Transport System
- Fire Alarm Systems
- Emergency Lighting Systems
- Nurse Call Systems
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- Served a recognised apprenticeship in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or Plumbing. Equivalent to SVQ Level 4 Higher National Diploma, Modern Apprenticeship - Level 4, Professional Development Awards (SCQF - 8-9)
- Knowledge of procedures for mechanical and gas maintenance and repair of electrical equipment; BTEC/ HNC Level plus relevant post apprenticeship training or equivalent experience.
- Attend training courses as required by Estates Managements and NHS policies, procedures The post holder must undergo specialised training in systems and equipment to gain the in depth theoretical knowledge required to comply with numerous laws, national guidelines and standards. In order to fulfil these requirements within a health care environment, the post holder requires training and regular re-certification in order to maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) of their competency and expertise on revised regulations. e.g.
- Low Voltage SHTM 06-02 (One week training and certification and appointed in writing by AP, revalidation training and certification every three years) plus BS 7671 IEE wiring regulations
- Mandatory first Aid duties for working with electricity; to level of competence and training to meet requirements of safe code of practice for working with electricity
- Level 3 C&G 2391 Award in the Inspection, testing and verification of fixed wiring systems.
- Level 3 Awards in the In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment (PAT) G&C 2377 Pt 1 and the Management Requirements for the Maintenance of Electrical Equipment G&C 2377 Pt 2.
- Medical Gas Piped Systems (MGPS) SHTM 02-01 Pt b, training (One week training and certification and appointed in writing by AP, revalidation training and certification every three years)
- Natural Gas installations (Gas Safe Registration) (Two week training and certification, refresher every five years)
- Pressure System regulations 1998. etc;
- Decontamination
- SHTM 2030 Pt 3 Validation and verification Washer-disinfectors
- SHTM 2010 Pt 3 Validation and verification Sterilisation.
- Have successfully completed a recognised course of Multi skilling training to enable full flexible working across all 3 disciplines
- Working Knowledge of National NHS Scotland Technical Standards, “Scottish Health Technical Memorandums (SHTMs)” operational & management procedures.
- Ability to work unsupervised.
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Bryce Lever, Estates Manager - Bryce.lever@nhs.scot - 07814070862
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.
From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part-time working hours will be reduced on a pro-rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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