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Mechanical Technician
Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital
Full Time, Permanent (37.5 hours per week)
08:00 – 16:00 (7.5 hours per day)
Salary
- £33,422
- £41,047 per annum plus benefits
Here are Serco, we are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join our team at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. This role will be responsible for providing safe and efficient maintenance of the mechanical services and equipment within the hospital. The post holder will ensure that the Hospital Building, Fabric, Plant, Services and Equipment are maintained to a high standard by carrying out reactive repairs, fault finding, servicing, commissioning, and maintenance to ensure continued efficiency, safety, and reliability.
Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital puts its patients at the heart of everything they do. The Hospital cares for the people of Norfolk, north Suffolk and further afield, providing almost one million out-patient appointments, day case procedures and in-patient admissions every year. The hospital has 1,200 beds and state-of-the art facilities and works closely with the University of East Anglia to train health professionals and have a strong focus on research.
Main responsibilities of the role include:
- Carrying out Planned Preventative Maintenance to a wide range of Plant and Equipment.
- Ensuring work requests are managing and processed out of normal working hours.
- Managing the work team out of normal working hours.
- Take a proactive approach to the development and review of Health & Safety systems, work instructions and working practices.
- Actively participate in the Computerised Labour Control System, including accurate and punctual completion of Work Order Documentation.
What you’ll need to do the role
To be considered for this role you will need to have completed a recognised appropriate Engineering Apprenticeship or other relevant structured Training Program, appropriate City & Guilds and/or BTEC certification. You will need proven experience of working in a similar environment and sound knowledge and understanding of Mechanical Building Services. You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and great customer service skills.
For an informal chat please contact Mark Speller, Mechanical Engineering Manager on: 01603 641140
Why Serco?
Meaningful and vital work: Working within Health at Serco means that you’ll play a critical role in ensuring that patients continue to receive the support that they need 24/7.
A world of opportunity: It takes a diverse team to support a hospital and we’re big on internal progression. So, whether you specialise your skills, progress into team management or move into operations, you’ll find all the opportunity you need to evolve your career.
Great people: Hospitals are busy places, and you will find yourself interacting with staff, patients, visitors and of course your supportive team. You will be a significant part of the hospital.
What we offer
- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
- Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.
- The chance to make a positive difference to the wider public.
- Interesting, varied, and enjoyable work.
- A company that recognises your contribution.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to
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