NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Have you got a trades background and looking for a current career?

At NHS Highland we have a full-time vacancy within our Estates Department for a Multi Skilled Trades Technician with a Plumbing Bias in the Caithness and Sutherland region based at Caithness General Hospital in Wick.

The successful candidate will carry out mechanical, plumbing and electrical maintenance and repair of building services, plant and equipment, which contributes to the provision of excellent patient care.

What we are looking for;

- An Plumbing background is essential, but some training will be provided.
- A current UK driving license is essential.
- Applicants must have served a recognised Plumbing qualification as detailed in the .
- Experience in electrical systems, steam boiler plant,



pumps and ventilation systems within a health care environment would be advantageous.
- A great team player who is self-motivated and comfortable with remote working.
- A flexible approach to work is essential as variations to the standard working week may be necessary, to provide shift cover, and willing to participate in the on-call rota.

What We Can Offer You -

- Automatic enrolment in the competitive NHS Scotland pension scheme.
- Enhanced rates of pay for evening, weekend and overtime working.
- Training and Development opportunities.
- Generous annual leave entitlement, between 35 and 41 days (inclusive of public holidays) depending on length of service.
- Policies that enhance your work-life balance and shift patterns which include a local arrangement for 4 day working week (within Monday - Friday), working hours 7.00am - 5.00pm, with a long weekend every fortnight. This may be subject to change sometimes to ensure that we are able to provide a high level of service.

Informal Enquiries To Darren Heppel [email protected] 01955 880274

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