Job overview
To provide a safe, comfortable environment for patients, staff and visitors.
Ensuring all essential services are maintained to support clinical departments in their task of treating patients, whilst ensuring all statutory legislation is complied with.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The Mechanical Craftsperson will be part of a team ensuring that mechanical/electrical/building equipment and services are maintained to an appropriate standard and to support clinical service departments in their prime task of treating patients.
The appointed individual will support the site operational management staff with the day to day operational engineering maintenance of boilers, steam systems, medical gases, heating, hot water, buildings, etc. The position requires participation/ flexibility in covering morning/ afternoon shifts and to participate in an on-call rota.
ON CALL ROTA - Every 7th week shift pattern consists of:
Monday-Friday 13:30 - 21:00hrs, PLUS on-call during each night.
PLUS on-call cover from Friday 21:00hrs until 08:00hrs Monday morning.
Working for our organisation
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 03/11/2026
Person specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential criteria
- HNC or HND or equivalent experience plus completion of a time-served apprenticeship
- To be fully conversant with core trade, i.e. Mechanical and have a good working knowledge of associated trades, e.g. electrical and gas
- To have a good understanding of asbestos awareness and be fully conversant in dealing with suspicious samples and working in the vicinity of asbestos products
- Appropriately empowered via training and/or experience to undertake statutory tasks, e.g. Gas Safe, sterilisers, etc.
- To be fully conversant with the Health Board’s Fire Defence Policy
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant HTM's, Gas Safe / Oftec registered
Experience
Essential criteria
- Time served apprenticeship.
- Completion of a structured training programme
- Good working knowledge of low pressure hot water systems, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems and building management systems.
Desirable criteria
- Hospital engineering experience
Language Requirements
Desirable criteria
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Circumstances
Essential criteria
- Able to participate in the On Call rota, available to undertake overtime when required by the service.
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Mechanical Craftsperson (On Call) employer: Hywel Dda University Health Board
Hywel Dda University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work environment where you can thrive as a Salaried GP. With a supportive multidisciplinary team and a focus on professional development, you'll have access to various growth opportunities while serving a diverse patient population in the beautiful setting of Solva. The blend of remote and face-to-face care ensures flexibility and innovation in your practice, making it a rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
Hywel Dda University Health Board Recruitment Team
