Water Quality Assistant Cambridge
Job description
Main area Corporate Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 180-F-233293 Employer Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Addenbrookes Hospital Town Cambridge Salary £22,383 pa Salary period Yearly Closing 05/11/2023 23:59 Interview date 14/11/2023 Job overview Applications are invited for a Water Quality Assistant vacancy within the Estates Maintenance Department. The role will involve the flushing of hot and cold water outlets and taking water samples for legionella in all areas of the Trust and as such includes a considerable amount of walking . Candidates must be able to work as part of a team as well as independently and be able to communicate effectively with colleagues throughout the Trust. Main duties of the job Tasks include:- Taking samples from hot and cold water outlets throughout the Trust as directed by legislation and management. Completion of job tickets and report sheets. Communicating with colleagues throughout the Trust regarding work to be carried out. Working for our organisation Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people’s age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position. This vacancy will close on 5 November 2023 Interviews are due to be held on 14 November 2023 Benefits to you We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria Numerate and Literate Good general education Desirable criteria Mechanical NVQ 2 Experience Essential criteria Basic knowledge of hot and cold water systems and associated equipment Relevant experience of working in a maintenance environment. Desirable criteria Worked in a hospital or ward environment. Knowledge Essential criteria Be familiar with hot and cold water systems and appliance Be aware and have an understanding of safe systems of work and current legislation. Desirable criteria Aware of working within safe systems of work and current legislation. Knowledge of HTM’s Skills Essential criteria Be able to follow time table of work. Must be able to communicate to patients, managers and staff in a clear concise manner. Use radio devices and be computer literate with basic knowledge of Microsoft word & excel. Additional Requirements Essential criteria The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. Further details / informal visits contact Name David Steer Job title Water Quality Manager Email address [email protected] Telephone number 01223 349420
