Hospice Facilities Maintenance Specialist

St Peter & St James Hospice; Lewes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Maternity pay

Occupational health

Shop discount

Job summary

St Peter & St James Hospice in Lewes, England, is seeking a practical Maintenance Assistant to keep our buildings, grounds and facilities safe, welcoming and well‑maintained. You will work with the Facilities Manager, handle routine inspections, assist with planned preventive maintenance, and help with room setups, moves and stock control.

The role offers a permanent, full‑time contract, 37.5 hours a week, with a salary of £26,496–£27,014 per annum, and a supportive team committed to

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of general building maintenance and repair techniques.
• Awareness of health and safety practices and safe systems of work.
• Basic understanding of compliance requirements, including fire safety, water hygiene and workplace health and safety.
• Ability to undertake manual handling tasks safely and effectively.
• Strong practical problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Experience within a maintenance, facilities, healthcare, hospice or similar environment, knowledge of planned preventative maintenance systems, and relevant maintenance or facilities qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day maintenance, repair and upkeep of hospice buildings, grounds and facilities.
• Carry out routine inspections and checks, identifying, reporting and where appropriate resolving minor building, fabric and equipment defects.
• Assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities and help maintain accurate maintenance and compliance records.
• Support the organisation's health and safety responsibilities by helping ensure facilities and equipment remain safe and operational.
• Set up meeting rooms, training spaces and event areas as required.
• Assist with office moves, furniture installation and equipment relocation across the hospice estate.
• Monitor stock levels of maintenance materials, equipment and supplies.
• Support waste management and recycling processes, ensuring correct disposal procedures are followed.
• Liaise with contractors carrying out maintenance, servicing and inspection work, ensuring compliance with site procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Participate in emergency procedures and business continuity arrangements when required.
• Occasionally travel to our retail shops and warehouse to support maintenance activities.

Skills

General building maintenance

Health and safety awareness

Compliance awareness

Manual handling

Problem solving

Communication

Organisation

Driving licence

Job description

St Peter & St James Hospice in Lewes, England, is seeking a practical Maintenance Assistant to keep our buildings, grounds and facilities safe, welcoming and well‑maintained. You will work with the Facilities Manager, handle routine inspections, assist with planned preventive maintenance, and help with room setups, moves and stock control.

The role offers a permanent, full‑time contract, 37.5 hours a week, with a salary of £26,496–£27,014 per annum, and a supportive team committed to