Facilities Assistant - Porter in Altrincham inAltrincham PUBLISHED SUN 11 MAY 2025 Jump to job information section
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TWA, Trafford, Withington and Altrincham hospitals is a division of Manchester Foundation Trust and the Facilities staff employed provide an integral service to the smooth running of the Division. We are now looking for staff to work at our Altrincham Division to help us to continue to deliver excellent support services to the hospitals in the Trust.
As a Facilities Assistant - Porter you will deliver a full and comprehensive portering and cleaning service to the Altrincham site.
We have one post available working 14:00-20:00 Monday - Friday. As we are a hospital facility that is open 7 days per week, the successful candidate may be expected to work on weekends, and bank holidays, including Christmas.
To work in one of the dedicated porter posts in the porter’s roster, providing a comprehensive hospital portering service to the division as per the service specification. Duties include: transfer of patients between wards and departments; equipment, consumables, catering products and trolleys, mail, case notes, specimens, medical gases, linen, and furniture.
To work closely and support other facilities services such as catering and domestic to ensure the seamless delivery of facilities services.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Robert Peak Job title: Facilities Team Leader Email address: Telephone number:
Kathy Braithwaite - FM Improvement
As a Facilities Assistant - Porter you will deliver a full and comprehensive portering and cleaning service to the Altrincham site.
We have one post available working 14:00-20:00 Monday - Friday. As we are a hospital facility that is open 7 days per week, the successful candidate may be expected to work on weekends, and bank holidays, including Christmas.
To work in one of the dedicated porter posts in the porter’s roster, providing a comprehensive hospital portering service to the division as per the service specification. Duties include: transfer of patients between wards and departments; equipment, consumables, catering products and trolleys, mail, case notes, specimens, medical gases, linen, and furniture.
To work closely and support other facilities services such as catering and domestic to ensure the seamless delivery of facilities services.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Robert Peak Job title: Facilities Team Leader Email address: Telephone number:
Kathy Braithwaite - FM Improvement
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To work as a Facilities Assistant in the UK, you will need a mix of technical, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Here are some key skills that are often required:
1. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with colleagues, contractors, and service users.
2. Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and keep track of multiple projects and responsibilities.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Quickly identifying issues and determining practical solutions related to facilities management.
4. Technical Skills: Basic knowledge of building systems, maintenance procedures, and health and safety regulations is important. Familiarity with relevant tools and equipment is also beneficial.
5. IT Skills: Proficiency in standard office software (such as Microsoft Office) and possibly facilities management software.
6. Customer Service Skills: Being approachable and responsive to the needs of staff and visitors, ensuring a positive experience within the facility.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with a team and collaborate with various departments or service providers.
8. Attention to Detail: Being thorough and careful in tasks such as maintaining records, managing inventories, and overseeing maintenance work.
9. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle a variety of tasks and respond to changing priorities as needed.
10. Health and Safety Knowledge: Understanding of health and safety regulations and practices to ensure a safe working environment.
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