Job summary To primarily support the delivery of a first class, Help Desk service, together with the Switchboard, Hotel Services Helpdesk and Welcome Desk on Level 6 who are part of the Department, including all aspects of general administration, specialist system operation and customer service across the wider Site Services departments and ultimately the whole hospital To manage the regular stock-take of office supplies, ensure selection of most cost-effective stock, ordering of stationary using e-proc Support the delivery of a high performing service team to deliver corporate aims, objectives and aspirations of the Directorate and the Trust Delivering excellent customer care and undertakes the role in line with the vision and values of the organisation and display integrity, fairness exemplary personal behaviour and be a role model for other staff member ***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.*** Main duties of the job To support the Help Desk Team Leader and Switchboard Manager for the operation of the Help Desk computer system (MRI Planet), other software packages and associated Estates Department procedures. To cross train and learn the Switchboard and Welcome Desk tasks to assist when short staffed and to cover when required Data input into MRI Planet system to meet departmental deadlines. (Planet is an integrated Works Management System, which includes a Planned Maintenance, repairs reporting, stock control, invoicing, labour information and financial information). Receive telephone calls, e-mails and intranet calls from users / wards / departments / members of the public and transfer to the relevant people / departments. Raise work orders and allocate work priorities in accordance with departmental guidelines. Liaise with Trade Supervisors to ensure works are completed to deadlines. Maintenance of archiving work order requests, completed work order job sheets and PPMs in accordance with procedures. Call out contractors for service to Trust equipment / infrastructure. Play an essential part in the event of any maintenance emergency. Communicate detailed responses to senior management and workforce team within the Site Services team. Ensure personal identifiable information is handled in line with Records Management policy and the Data Protection Act (GDPR). About us We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted. Details Date posted 10 July 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £24,169 a year £24,169 Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 216-LH-A7209584-A Job locations Derriford Hospital, Plymouth Derriford Plymouth PL6 8DH Job description Job responsibilities Site Services Customer Service Department To support Management and Team Leader in the operation of the Help Desk computer system (MRI Planet), other software packages the Department use and associated Estates and Facilities Departmental procedures Data input into MRI Planet system to meet departmental deadlines. (Planet is an integrated Works Management System, which includes a Planned Maintenance, repairs reporting, stock control, invoicing, labour information and financial information) Receive telephone calls, e-mails and intranet calls from users / wards / departments / members of the public and transfer to the relevant people / departments Deal with the public / visitors / patients / contractors when visiting the hospital, helping with queries and directions regarding all areas of the hospital as well as any parking tasks Raise work orders and allocate work priorities in accordance with departmental guidelines Liaise with Trade Supervisors to ensure works are completed to deadlines Issue Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPMs) work orders to the maintenance teams Maintenance of archiving work order requests, completed work order job sheets and PPMs in accordance with procedures Call out contractors for service to Trust equipment / infrastructure Play an essential part in the event of any maintenance emergency Communicate detailed responses to senior management and workforce team within the Site Services team e.g., mains failures, drain blockages and lift problems etc For further details please see the attached JD & PS Job description Job responsibilities Site Services Customer Service Department To support Management and Team Leader in the operation of the Help Desk computer system (MRI Planet), other software packages the Department use and associated Estates and Facilities Departmental procedures Data input into MRI Planet system to meet departmental deadlines. (Planet is an integrated Works Management System, which includes a Planned Maintenance, repairs reporting, stock control, invoicing, labour information and financial information) Receive telephone calls, e-mails and intranet calls from users / wards / departments / members of the public and transfer to the relevant people / departments Deal with the public / visitors / patients / contractors when visiting the hospital, helping with queries and directions regarding all areas of the hospital as well as any parking tasks Raise work orders and allocate work priorities in accordance with departmental guidelines Liaise with Trade Supervisors to ensure works are completed to deadlines Issue Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPMs) work orders to the maintenance teams Maintenance of archiving work order requests, completed work order job sheets and PPMs in accordance with procedures Call out contractors for service to Trust equipment / infrastructure Play an essential part in the event of any maintenance emergency Communicate detailed responses to senior management and workforce team within the Site Services team e.g., mains failures, drain blockages and lift problems etc For further details please see the attached JD & PS Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Proficient in MS Office Demonstrable experience in a busy office environment Proven knowledge and understanding of Trust policies and procedures Desirable Demonstrable experience in a large clinical setting Demonstrable MRI Planet experience Demonstrable Symbiotix experience Qualifications Essential oGCSE's 9-4 (A-C) in Maths & English and level 2 in either business administration or related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience Desirable High level of typing skills to OCR 11/111 standard Aptitude and Abilities Essential oAbility to work on own initiative in a busy environment oGood verbal and written communication skills oAbility to develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues at all levels of the organisation Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Proficient in MS Office Demonstrable experience in a busy office environment Proven knowledge and understanding of Trust policies and procedures Desirable Demonstrable experience in a large clinical setting Demonstrable MRI Planet experience Demonstrable Symbiotix experience Qualifications Essential oGCSE's 9-4 (A-C) in Maths & English and level 2 in either business administration or related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience Desirable High level of typing skills to OCR 11/111 standard Aptitude and Abilities Essential oAbility to work on own initiative in a busy environment oGood verbal and written communication skills oAbility to develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues at all levels of the organisation Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Address Derriford Hospital, Plymouth Derriford Plymouth PL6 8DH Employer's website https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Address Derriford Hospital, Plymouth Derriford Plymouth PL6 8DH Employer's website https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, Derriford, PL6 8DH Plymouth, United Kingdom