Hospital Facilities Maintenance Technician

NHS; South Shields; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare facilities management firm in South Shields seeks a Maintenance Assistant to support the maintenance of various engineering and building systems across NHS Health buildings. The successful candidate will assist in daily trade activities, participate in emergency on-call rotas when necessary, and benefit from a competitive salary and generous working conditions, including opportunities for professional growth. A full UK driving license is required. This role offers a diverse and fulfilling work environment.

Benefits

Generous sickness and annual leave entitlements

Salary sacrifice schemes

Access to a Fitness Centre

Childcare support

Qualifications

• Experience of maintaining Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing systems.
• Experience working in hospital settings.
• Experience working with the public.

Responsibilities

• Assist trades persons in maintenance and repair activities.
• Undertake non-complex maintenance tasks on engineering/building systems.
• Participate in planned and reactive maintenance tasks.

Skills

Knowledge of Mechanical systems

Knowledge of Electrical systems

Basic IT Skills

Use of power and hand tools

Ability to manage deadlines

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Engineering

Basic Numeracy & Literacy Skills to level 1

Certificates supporting industry experience

Formal completion of relatable Level 3 qualification

Job description

A regional healthcare facilities management firm in South Shields seeks a Maintenance Assistant to support the maintenance of various engineering and building systems across NHS Health buildings. The successful candidate will assist in daily trade activities, participate in emergency on-call rotas when necessary, and benefit from a competitive salary and generous working conditions, including opportunities for professional growth. A full UK driving license is required. This role offers a diverse and fulfilling work environment.