Maintenance Assistant

EQUANS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company is seeking a Maintenance Assistant in Barnet Hospital, UK. This role involves supporting maintenance technicians, performing minor plumbing tasks, and ensuring safety protocols. Ideal candidates are proactive, reliable, and can work in a team-oriented environment. Opportunities for training and progression are offered.

Benefits

Supportive and inclusive working environment

Opportunities for training and progression

Part of a high-performing team in healthcare

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and support various trades across the maintenance team.
• Flexible attitude with a can-do mindset.
• Previous experience in a maintenance or facilities support role is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support technicians in day-to-day maintenance across the site.
• Carry out minor plumbing and drainage works.
• Complete PPM and reactive tasks as directed.

Skills

Proactive and reliable team player

Strong awareness of health and safety standards

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Overview

Job Opportunity: Maintenance Assistant
Location: Barnet Hospital
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time (Mon - Fri 8-5)
Reporting To: M&E Supervisor

Are you a hands-on, motivated individual looking to build your career in building maintenance? We're looking for a Maintenance Assistant to join our dedicated engineering team at Barnet Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Support technicians in day-to-day maintenance across the site.
• Carry out minor plumbing and drainage works, including unblocking soil, waste, and domestic drainage systems.
• Complete PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) and reactive tasks as directed.
• Follow all safety protocols and company procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Uphold a professional image and courteous approach with staff, patients, and visitors.
• Embrace a team culture that delivers top-quality service with pride and professionalism.
• Actively participate in training and ongoing development opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• A proactive and reliable team player.
• Willingness to learn and support various trades across the maintenance team.
• Strong awareness of health and safety standards.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently when required.
• A flexible attitude with a can-do mindset.
• Previous experience in a maintenance or facilities support role is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for training and progression.
• The chance to be part of a high-performing team in a critical healthcare setting.

Who We Are

Equans provides sustainable facilities management, energy, and digital services across the UK & Ireland. With 15,000 employees, we help accelerate the transition to a low-carbon world. Globally, Equans operates in 20 countries, with 90,000 employees and a €19.2 billion turnover in 2024.

Our Values

We are driven by values of accountability, respect, teamwork, and service focus. At Equans, we take ownership, act with integrity, and collaborate to deliver excellence every day.

Ready to Apply?

If you're enthusiastic about building maintenance and want to be part of a dedicated team that makes a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.