Apple
Recruitment are recruiting for a Band 3 Maintenance Assistant on behalf
of our client the NHSCT, Antrim
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Hourly Rate: £12.45, in addition holiday
hours accrued and paid
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Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm, 37 ½ hrs
each week
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Duration: 3 months then reviewed
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Location: Antrim
Please note
only applicants that match this criteria can be considered for the role.
Role:
Responsible for the provision of an effective maintenance service,
including the transportation of personnel, materials and equipment.
Criteria:
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5 years relevant experience in all aspects of
building maintenance to include repairs to flags, roadways, kerbs and grounds.
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Plaster repairs and patching prior to
decoration.
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Wall and floor tile repairs.
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Underground drainage clearing and repairs.
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Flooring, glazing and ceiling tile repairs
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Gritting and snow
clearing.
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Power washing
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Hold a current full
driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on
appointment. This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose
disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport
approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the
post.
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Occasional
requirements to work overtime/shift/nights.
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If required participate in providing an on call
system in accordance with the locally negotiated agreement.
Duties:
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Carry out the duties of general upkeep of
hospital and other Health Care buildings, including the cutting of lawns, grass
areas, hedges etc, with various types of mechanical equipment, also brushing and collecting waste materials
from all grounds, car parks, roads, footpath etc.
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Checking and releasing blocked underground
drainage systems, manholes and gullies, cleaning of overhead gutters and
associated pipework.
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Driving of Estate Service vehicles and trailers
for the delivery and collection of materials, equipment or personnel (training
provided).
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Assist other trades, both engineering and
building, in the carrying out of their duties.
Eg opening up for inspections or repairs, cutting tracks, coring holes
for the installation of services etc.
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Carry out plaster patching and other minor
building repairs.
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Carry out tiling work in relation to wall and
floor tiles including the repair or replacement of same.
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Carry out repairs to flagged, concrete and
tarmac pathways, kerbing and pipelines.
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Be capable of working at a reasonable height
above ground level.
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Assist in the off-loading of materials for use
by Estate Services using mechanical and non-mechanical means.
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Carry out gritting and snow clearance duties
including use of snow clearance equipment and PPMS checks.
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Carry out the duties of a building labourer in
relation to all types of construction works.
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Work as an integral part of a maintenance team
and have a basic knowledge of building maintenance.
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Be able to work on his/her own, on occasions,
with minimum of supervision.
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Carry out his / her duties to an acceptable
standard.
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Undertake training when necessary to keep up to
date with current trends in the construction industry and hospital environment,
so as to be compliant with current supervision.
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Demonstrate a basic knowledge of Health and
Safety practices and in particular in the use of materials (including hazardous
materials) and COSHH Regulations.
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Observe Statutory and other relevant
requirements, in particular those relating to Health and safety.
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Participate in overtime to meet the needs of
the service.
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Maintain and effectively use ladders,
scaffolds, steps and notify line manager of any defects on the aforementioned
equipment. Attend training on MEWPs and other types of powered access
equipment. (training provided)
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Participate in the Labour Management System.
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If required participate in the provision of an
on-call system in accordance with locally negotiated agreement.
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Participate in the Trust’s KSF Appraisals.
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Other duties as may be determined in accordance
with the grading and responsibilities of the post.
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Planned preventative maintenance including but
not limited to van checks, workshop cleans, power washing and external cleaning.
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Preparation of surfaces prior to painting and
decorating.
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Making safe damaged flooring and glazing and
replacing ceiling tiles.
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Erecting safety barriers and fencing around as
directed.
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Use of PDA for record keeping and site surveys
/ PPMS.
Applicants must
ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full
employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full
personal contact details.
If you wish to
apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word
format to
Apple
Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this
vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.