About the Role
Our Client are seeking a reliable and mechanically minded Boiler House Operative to join their team in a potion located at Basingstoke Hospital. This is a hands-on, site-based role responsible for the daily operation, monitoring, and basic maintenance of boiler plant systems within a critical healthcare environment.
You will work as part of a small on-site team, ensuring that all boiler house systems are operating safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards. The role includes participation in a rota covering weekends, bank holidays, and on-call duties.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out daily regulatory and operational checks on boiler house equipment
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Monitor and maintain:
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2 x steam boilers
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3 x LTHW (Low Temperature Hot Water) boilers
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Record energy meter readings accurately
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Conduct routine water sampling and basic water quality checks
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Ensure boilers, pumps, and associated systems are running correctly
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Monitor and check chemical dosing systems
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Identify and report faults or irregularities promptly
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Assist with basic fault finding and troubleshooting
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Maintain accurate records and logbooks for compliance purposes
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Work in accordance with site health & safety procedures
Working Pattern & Overtime
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Standard hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
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On-call rota:£150 per week on-call allowance - Additional payment for call-outs
Weekend & Bank Holiday Working:
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Daily checks required 7 days per week (rota-based)
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Saturday & Sunday checks paid as: 4 hours @ 1.66x standard hourly rate
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Bank Holiday checks paid as:4 hours @ 1.66x standard hourly rate Plus 1 additional day of holiday entitlement
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All weekend checks and call-outs are completed on a rotational basis within the team
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You will be working as part of a team of 2 on-site engineers
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Collaborative working is essential to ensure full site coverage and compliance
Person Specification Experience & Knowledge
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Previous experience working with boilers or in a plant/maintenance environment is desirable
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Basic understanding of steam and LTHW systems preferred
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Experience with mechanical systems, pumps, or industrial equipment advantageous
Skills & Competencies
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Strong mechanical aptitude
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Ability to carry out routine checks methodically and accurately
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Basic fault-finding skills
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Good record-keeping and attention to detail
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Flexible and reliable approach to working hours and rota commitments
On Offer
Competitive salary based on experience
Overtime and enhanced pay for weekends and bank holidays
On-call allowance and additional call-out payments
Stable, permanent role within a critical healthcare environment
Opportunity to develop hands-on experience with commercial boiler systems
