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Job summary

Main area
Renal
Grade
Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
130-AC269-0624
Employer
Swansea Bay University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Morriston Hospital
Town
Swansea
Salary
£44,398 - £50,807 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
07/07/2024 23:59
Interview date
15/07/2024

Employer heading

Swansea Bay University Health Board logo

Senior Renal Infrastructure Engineer

Band 7

Welcome to Swansea Bay University Health Board. We welcome applications from people who share our values: caring for each other, working together and always improving.    


Swansea Bay University Health Board reserve the right to close this vacancy after 24 hours if a large number of suitable applications are received. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post.

Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff currently awaiting redeployment and we therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.

Please be advised that there is a temporary top up for Bands 1,2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top up to the  living wage of £12 per hour - £23,465 per annum. This temporary top up will be in place until  the annual pay uplift for 2024/25 is confirmed.


Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.


 

Job overview

The post holder will provide specialist technical advice for the team and provide key technical advice to supplement the strategy.
Maintain the efficient and effective running of 24/7 key infrastructure systems and will be responsible for the backup, monitoring and proactive rectification of faults identified in Desktop and Server hardware and software as well as:

Work closely with the Systems, Network, Applications, Development and Service Desk support teams in diagnosingfaults, fault rectification and delivering infrastructure services.

Ensure all infrastructure services are installed and maintained in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Secure System Policies (SSPs).

Responsible for maintaining the integrity of HB User and Computer accounts, domain configuration where applicable and Infrastructure application servers, and hosted services.

Support the Senior Managers & the Team.

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

Analyses, investigate, and resolves complex infrastructure hardware and software problems. Areas include:
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Server and PC Hardware problems to component level.
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Server Operating System and Infrastructure Server Applications configuration issues.
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Software configuration, compatibility, and interaction issues.
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Server and Network communication problems.
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Perform regular examination of Server and network event logs for example, errors, unusual trends and provide appropriate corrective measures for any issues reported.

Ensure that work undertaken does not adversely impact the availability of business-critical systems.

Analyse user requirements and ensure appropriate subsequent hardware, software configuration and training, meets or exceeds expectations.

Be aware of the limits of one’s own and team knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Assess the security impact and implications of incidents and report to Line Manager accordingly

Working for our organisation

We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. 

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description  for a  detailed description of the the role. please contact Sarah Siddell or Dr James Chess if you have any questions regarding the job description 

Person specification

Essential Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Educated to Degree level in a relevant IT related subject or equivalent experience.
  • Microsoft Certification, CCA (Citrix Certified Administrator), VCP (VMWare Certified Professional). ITIL Foundation qualification accredited or working knowledge of service delivery, change control and risk management.
Desirable criteria
  • Experience in dealing with complex IT issues in a large organisation
  • Hands on experience in troubleshooting connectivity issues between systems and networks.

Essential Aptitude and abilities

Essential criteria
  • Excellent problem-solving and analysis skills with ability to think clearly and logically. Good letter, report, and documentation writing skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills – able to elicit information from users, provide telephone support, advise, and coach staff in the use of IT. Explain technical issues in a clear and concise manner.
Desirable criteria
  • Ability to travel within geographical area.
  • Able to work hours flexibly. Enthusiastic and motivated professional.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoStonewall Health ChampionsStop Smoking Wales is the NHS Smoking Cessation Service in WalesStonewall Hyrwyddwr Amrywiaeth Diversity ChampionDisability confident employerEmployer pledge demonstrating a commitment to change how we think and act about mental healthEmployer pledge demonstrating a commitment to change how we think and act about mental healthCore principles

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Sarah Siddell
Job title
Directorate Manger
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01792 702222
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