Apprentice Maintenance Operative

NHS; Faversham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Join NHS Property Services as a Maintenance Operative Apprentice, where you'll gain hands-on experience in maintaining NHS buildings. This apprenticeship provides structured training in plumbing, carpentry, and electrical work, ensuring you develop essential skills while adhering to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn from experienced colleagues.
• Adherence to health and safety guidelines.
• Ability to participate in training and complete assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine maintenance and repairs across properties.
• Support basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and decorating tasks.
• Conduct safety checks and report hazards.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical work

General maintenance

Job description

As a Maintenance Operative Apprentice at NHS Property Services (NHSPS), you will play a vital role in supporting the upkeep and repair of NHS buildings and facilities. This role offers a structured learning environment where you will work alongside experienced professionals, developing essential skills in areas such as plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, and general maintenance. The apprenticeship aims to equip you with the practical knowledge and technical abilities needed to ensure safe, effective maintenance of NHS properties.

Main duties of the job

1. Learn from assigned mentors and experienced colleagues.
2. Participate in on-site and off-site training, including classes and workshops.
3. Adhere to all health and safety guidelines.
4. Complete homework, tests, and assignments to build technical knowledge.
5. Develop skills, knowledge, and experience relevant to the apprenticeship.
6. Understand NHSPS best practices and operational standards.
7. Represent NHSPS positively to internal and external stakeholders.
8. Demonstrate NHSPS values in all activities.
9. Assist in routine maintenance, including repairs across properties.
10. Support basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and decorating tasks.
11. Conduct safety checks and report hazards or faults.
12. Maintain tools, equipment, and workspaces in good condition.
13. Support planned maintenance and emergency repair activities.