Job Introduction
2gether Support Solutions is a Facilities and Estates services company providing support to healthcare professionals caring for over 2000 patients daily across multiple East Kent hospital sites. 2gether provides vital services including maintenance, cleaning, catering, procurement, logistics and much more.
We are looking for a Mechanical & Electrical Team Leader to our Estates Department at the William Harvey Hospital on a fixed term contract. The M&E Team Leader will have direct management of the inhouse Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance team along with overseeing contractors. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on role in a fast-paced commercial environment. There is a Mechanical bias to this role.
The role
- Supervising maintenance, reactive works and minor schemes.
- Raise computerised requests for maintenance works, (Defects and Planned Preventative Maintenance), allocating tasks to engineers accordingly.
- Planning and organising resources to ensure an effective building maintenance service complies with policies relating to statutory and mandatory regulations, including compliance with Health & Safety Executive and Department of Health guidelines at all times.
- Project management of delegated projects within time and budget constraints.
- Responsible as line manager to the Technical Solutions workforce and ensuring the team adhere to Health & Safety, Risk Management, Confidentiality and Data Protection policies.
- Ensure that effective relationships are developed and maintained with all users of the Technical Solutions service, by timely delivery, feedback and communication.
- Use computer software to produce reports, documents and drawings and take responsibility for the operation of various information systems.
- Effective implementation of the CAFM system.
The Person
- Completion of a structured training programme in mechanical engineering - qualified to HNC/HND level.
- Electrical experience with relevant qualifications.
- Qualifications and working application of the HTM suite.
- Previous hands on team lead or management experience with electrical and/or mechanical engineers/technicians.
- Experience with, CWS systems, HVAC control systems, Pneumatic Systems and (ideally but not essential) steam plant & associate equipment.
What we offer
At 2gether we take pride in providing excellent support to our patients, customers, and employees, pulling together as one team to care and find solutions that make a difference for those we support.
You will get a benefits package including:
- Opportunity to buy or sell up to 10 days annual leave
- Company Pension
- Onsite childcare facilities
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistant Programme with Health Assured
- Life Assurance scheme
We offer discounts and savings that make a difference to you including:
- Discounted travel, accommodation, airport parking, holidays, skiing and travel extras
- Subsidised bus pass
- Health and beauty, gifts, toys, fashion and entertainment
- Training and development opportunities
Social values are at the core of 2gether Support Solutions. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that truly represents our local communities. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage and support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and beyond, ensuring equal opportunities for all.