Facilities Maintenance Assistant - Site & Mobile Role

Dynamite Recruitment

Preston

On-site

GBP 18,000 - 24,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced sick pay

24 days holiday

Wellbeing support

Buddy induction program

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

Dynamite Recruitment seeks a Facilities Maintenance Assistant for an NHS site at Whittingham, Preston. The role can be site based or mobile, with hours from 8am to 4:30pm and travel to other sites as needed.

A strong maintenance background and DBS clearance are required, with excellent communication and documentation skills. Enjoy a supportive environment with a buddy induction, comprehensive induction, and a benefits package including enhanced sick pay, generous holiday entitlement, wellbeing

Qualifications

Previous experience in a maintenance/facilities role.
Good communication skills.
Comfortable completing paperwork and maintenance records.
Able to pass a DBS check due to the nature of the site.

Responsibilities

Complete planned and reactive maintenance across buildings, including general repairs, fixtures, fittings, utilities and external areas.
Respond to damage or maintenance issues on wards, carrying out repairs or making areas safe where needed.
Carry out regular site checks, including fire alarms, emergency lighting, Legionella flushing and general safety/security inspections.
Manage contractor access to sites, including keys, fobs, access cards and security codes.
Monitor contractors while they are on site, ensuring they follow the correct health and safety procedures and permits.
Provide advice to staff and Service Managers on maintenance issues and support with resolving problems.