Maintenance Assistant

Nhs Property Services; Swanley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Tools provided

Uniform provided

27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

SMART Pension contributions up to 6%

NHS retail discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

NHS Property Services is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support healthcare sites across Sheppey and Sittingbourne. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance to keep buildings safe and welcoming for patients and staff, with a company van and tools provided.

The role requires practical maintenance skills, a strong health and safety mindset, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. A full UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, caretaking, facilities or building services.
• Strong health and safety awareness and practical repair skills.
• Good communication and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repair tasks across multiple healthcare sites.
• Undertaking basic carpentry, plumbing, decorating and general building maintenance.
• Supporting the upkeep and presentation of NHS facilities to ensure a safe environment for all building users.
• Conducting routine inspections and reporting defects or maintenance issues.
• Assisting specialist contractors and supporting larger maintenance projects when required.
• Ensuring all work complies with health and safety procedures and company standards.
• Maintaining tools, equipment and work areas in a safe, organised manner.
• Travelling between sites within Sheppey and Sittingbourne area as required.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Health and safety awareness

Customer service

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

At NHS Property Services, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to creating a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. As part of our mission to Get, Grow, and Keep Great People, we're looking for a dedicated and proactive Maintenance Assistant to help us deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality environments across our healthcare estate.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Assistant to join our team supporting healthcare sites across Sheppey and Sittingbourne area.

As a Maintenance Assistant, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our buildings remain safe, functional, and welcoming for patients, visitors, and NHS colleagues. You'll undertake a range of planned and reactive maintenance tasks, supporting the day-to-day operation of healthcare facilities and helping to maintain high standards across the estate.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with maintenance, caretaker, facilities, or building services experience, or an individual looking to develop a career within property and facilities management.

Who You Are

You are a practical, reliable, and customer-focused individual who enjoys solving problems and takes pride in delivering a high standard of work. You can work independently, manage your workload effectively, and build positive relationships with colleagues and customers alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repair tasks across multiple healthcare sites.
• Undertaking basic repairs including carpentry, plumbing, decorating, and general building maintenance.
• Supporting the upkeep and presentation of NHS facilities to ensure a safe environment for all building users.
• Conducting routine inspections and reporting any defects or maintenance issues.
• Assisting specialist contractors and supporting larger maintenance projects when required.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with health and safety procedures and company standards.
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organised manner.
• Travelling between sites within the Sheppey and Sittingbourne area as required.

What You'll Bring

• Previous experience in a maintenance, caretaking, facilities, or building services environment is desirable.
• Good practical skills with the ability to undertake a range of general maintenance tasks.
• A strong awareness of health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Where You'll Be

This is a field-based role covering healthcare sites across Sheppey and Sittingbourne area. A company van, tools, and uniform will be provided to support you in carrying out your duties.

What We Can Offer You

We understand how important life is outside of work, so as well as a competitive salary from £25,000, we also offer:

• 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave.
• Company van, tools, and uniform provided.
• Training and development opportunities through our Professional Excellence Framework.
• SMART Pension contribution with company contributions of up to 6%.
• A range of flexible benefits, including NHS retail discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing support across all areas of life.

An Organisation with a Purpose

We're passionate about making a difference. From reinvesting money back into the NHS to supporting our charity partners and driving our commitment to become net zero carbon by 2050, every colleague has the opportunity to contribute to something bigger.

At NHS Property Services, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to support individual needs.

We encourage applications as soon as possible, as vacancies may close early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.