Maintenance Fitter

Undertake

tasks appropriate to the Fitters role as delegated by line management or

helpdesk.

The

post holder will be expected to undertake mechanical and minor electrical work

associated with a variety of systems and equipment including but not limited

to:

Hospital

beds

Medical

suction equipment

Heating

systems and component parts thereof

Patient

trolleys and plinths

Water

distribution systems

Patient

lifting equipment

Ventilation

equipment; including Fire Dampers

Evacuation

chairs

Air

compressors

Windows

and window restrictors

Physio

and gym equipment

Macerators

Advise

the Line Manager of any problems or hazards likely to be encountered including

• existing installations that appear substandard or fail to meet current
• regulations as it becomes apparent.
• Isolate or make safe any installation that presents a danger to staff,
• visitors or patients to ensure highest levels of safety at all times.
• Undertake appropriate fault finding,
• investigation and testing as appropriate to the work.

Ascertain

and obtain materials, equipment and components that in your judgment represent

value for money for the maintenance task.

Keep accurate records of stock levels for stores. Undertake the work in a safe and workmanlike

manner, within reasonable timescales. Post

holder will only undertake financial transactions on behalf of the organisation

with prior authorisation from an appointed manager or supervisor.

The

position is likely to necessitate training either to keep up to date with new

regulations, or to implement safe systems of work.

Liaise

with contractors where they have been employed to work in conjunction with the

work detailed to ensure efficient and effective operations.