As maintenance specialist, the post holder will be responsible for ensuring the reliability of building maintenance, engineering infrastructure and systems and equipment. This will include the guidance and support to Estates operatives to ensure compliance with legislation, local policy and best practice. The post holder will also be responsible for managing the upkeep of the Estates Grounds and Gardens

The post holder will be accountable to the Estates Engineering Manager, for areas of responsibility including Lifting Equipment Regulations, Legionella and Water Systems, Low Voltage Electrical Safety, Medical Gases and Critical Ventilation, assuming the responsibilities of the authorised person’s roles.

There will be an ongoing clear focus upon balancing the planned maintenance activities with the responsive repairs service. The post holder will deputise for the Estates Engineering Manager.

Please refer to Job Description and Person Specification for this post.

Based in the Capital Development Projects Team you will work closely with other colleagues responsible for the delivery of delegated projects.

Why work for us?

We have opportunities for everyone across our wide variety of services working in supportive team environments, including medical, clinical, support and corporate services
Positive 2022 NHS Staff Survey results with compassionate culture and leadership, and support for staff wellbeing, scoring highly.
A variety of working environments across the community, in patients' homes, within our community hospitals and bases across the county.
Supportive flexible working patterns such as: part time, flexi time, annualised hours, and flexi retirement options.
Excellent training and development opportunities tailored to individuals.
Research opportunities
Cost-effective and convenient workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove and Brighton
Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks
We are proud to be a Level 3 accredited Disability Confident Leader, committed to creating inclusive workplaces.
We are proud to be a Veteran Aware Trust, achieving accreditation from Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA)
Located in stunning Sussex, with easy access to the South Downs and the coast.
Access to a wide range of benefits and discounts for NHS staff.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Pedro Freitas Job title: Head of Estates Operations Email address: pedro.freitas2@nhs.net Telephone number: 07483969125

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