Estates Multi Skilled Technician - Water Safety
| Posting date: | 02 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £31,049.00 to £37,796.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £31049.00 - £37796.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 March 2026 |
| Location: | Harlow, CM20 1QX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9292-26-0068 |
Summary
This is a post is to ensure Water Safety is upheld and provide wider operational, Estates and Facilities professional support whilst determining and delivering positive quality standards within all areas of the organisations but with particular focus on Water Safety. This role will supervise and monitor Water Safety across a range of schemes and Healthcare operational activities on behalf of the Estates & Facilities team in the delivery of a range of projects and initiatives, including changes to infrastructure, Backlog Maintenance, Major Capital Works, Minor New Works, Dilapidation & Condition Survey’s, environmental initiatives, and day-to-day maintenance issues. As a member of the Estates and Facilities team they will contribute to the systems and processes for management and delivery of the capital programme. Provide specialist advice and guidance to the Deputy Director of Estates and Facilities for initial design input in the preparation of Capital Projects to deliver effective facilities, which maximise safety and minimise revenue costs and risk. Monitor the adherence to the Water Policy, schedules, SOPs, etc. and work to ensure that the Health & Safety policies and procedures are adhered to. Specifically, to ensure that the activities of contractors working on site do not subvert Water safety of any premises through personal inspections. To be Authorised Person for water ensuring experience, skills and training are in date and in accordance with AEs recommendations. To attend ‘Water Safety Group’ meetings; monitor and manage Action Plans and provide written verbal updates for H&S Committees. To provide support to the Estate Manager (Mechanical); in the efforts of Water Safety monitoring, management and improvements. To provide professional Water Safety support, ensuring compliance with current statutory requirements, codes of practice and Trust policies and procedures, Water Code and other guidance e.g. HTM and HBN suite of documents, Regulatory Reform (Water Safety) Order 2005, Building Regulations, British Standards and European Directives etc. Identify the Trust’s status in regard to compliance with current Water legislation and guidance, escalate non-conformities, and put in place/recommend corrective actions and forecast resources required. Support the Water Safety Group; ensuring meetings are regular and documented The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex. Detailed job description and main responsibilities This is a post is to ensure Water Safety is upheld and provide wider operational, Estates and Facilities professional support whilst determining and delivering positive quality standards within all areas of the organisations but with particular focus on Water Safety. This role will supervise and monitor Water Safety across a range of schemes and Healthcare operational activities on behalf of the Estates & Facilities team in the delivery of a range of projects and initiatives, including changes to infrastructure, Backlog Maintenance, Major Capital Works, Minor New Works, Dilapidation & Condition Survey’s, environmental initiatives, and day-to-day maintenance issues. As a member of the Estates and Facilities team they will contribute to the systems and processes for management and delivery of the capital programme. Provide specialist advice and guidance to the Deputy Director of Estates and Facilities for initial design input in the preparation of Capital Projects to deliver effective facilities, which maximise safety and minimise revenue costs and risk. Monitor the adherence to the Water Policy, schedules, SOPs, etc. and work to ensure that the Health & Safety policies and procedures are adhered to. Specifically, to ensure that the activities of contractors working on site do not subvert Water safety of any premises through personal inspections.