Flexible NHS Maintenance Technician (Mechanical/Electrical)

Esneft; Colchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT) is seeking a Maintenance Assistant (mechanical/electrical/building) for Colchester Hospital. The role involves assisting higher skilled staff, carrying out portable appliance testing, and supporting repairs on ESNEFT properties across sites.

The post requires a valid UK driving licence and practical knowledge of Building Services maintenance. Training and development opportunities are offered within the NHS framework.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience is required.
• Good standard level of education.
• In-house training related to Building Services is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out core mechanical tasks across estates, including basic plumbing and general ward works.
• Carry out electrical tasks such as replacing lamps and portable appliance testing.
• Support building maintenance, repairs, and safety checks across ESNEFT sites.
• Travel to ESNEFT sites as required, based at Colchester Hospital.

Skills

Maintenance

Electrical

Building services

Driver's license

IT literate

Education

NVQ Level 2

Good standard education

Building services training

Tools

Tools & equipment knowledge

Job description

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT) is seeking a Maintenance Assistant (mechanical/electrical/building) for Colchester Hospital. The role involves assisting higher skilled staff, carrying out portable appliance testing, and supporting repairs on ESNEFT properties across sites.

The post requires a valid UK driving licence and practical knowledge of Building Services maintenance. Training and development opportunities are offered within the NHS framework.