At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure safe and efficient operation of water systems in a healthcare environment.
- Company: Join Equans, a leader in facilities management with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy 24 days leave, life cover, discounts, and gym memberships.
- Other info: Great career advancement opportunities and supportive employee networks.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: M&E trade qualification preferred; plumbing and water hygiene experience required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Equans currently has an exciting opportunity for an M&E Operative (Water Systems) to join our facilities team at West Middlesex University Hospital in Isleworth. This is a permanent full-time position working 40 hours per week, from 08:00 to 17:00, Mon to Fri.
Responsibilities
- Reporting to the Operations Manager/Water AP
- Ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient operation, maintenance, and monitoring of water systems within a healthcare environment in accordance with HTM 04-01, ACoP L8, and associated water hygiene regulations.
- Undertake water hygiene tasks, including temperature monitoring, flushing, and cleaning.
- Carry out Legionella control measures.
- Assist with maintenance of hot and cold water systems, tanks, calorifiers, and pipework.
- Maintain accurate compliance records using CAFM systems such as Maximo.
- Support planned preventive and reactive maintenance activities.
- Manage contractors as necessary.
Qualifications
- Desirable to hold a relevant M&E trade qualification to level II (theory and practice) or equivalent, with suitable industry experience.
- Must have solid understanding of water systems (ideally within a hospital); desirable to be a Competent Person for water systems.
- Experience in building services and competence in plumbing and water hygiene is required.
- Experience in a Healthcare environment is advantageous.
- IT Literate.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Must have a good understanding of health and safety best practice; formal training an advantage.
Benefits
- 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
- Life Cover equivalent to X1.5 times annual salary
- Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Holiday purchase scheme
- 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
- Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
- Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
- Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
M&E Operative - Water Systems in Isleworth employer: Equans UK & Ireland
Equans is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. Located at West Middlesex University Hospital, our team enjoys a range of benefits including generous annual leave, access to various employee networks, and opportunities for career advancement in a dynamic healthcare environment. Join us to make a meaningful impact while developing your skills in a collaborative and inclusive setting.
