Maintenance Craftsperson Mechanical (plumbing bias)

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Remote; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facilities provider is seeking a Maintenance Craftsperson with a plumbing bias to join their team. This role involves maintaining mechanical systems and plumbing within healthcare facilities. Candidates should hold a Level 3 in mechanical engineering and have hands-on experience in the trade. The position offers competitive salary, benefits including flexible working options and an NHS pension scheme, as well as access to career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship and two years experience in industry.
• Driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plumbing and pipework in hospitals.
• Repair mechanical systems including heating and ventilation.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance.

Skills

Plumbing

Mechanical repair

Fault finding

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 in mechanical engineering

Engineering Apprenticeship or NVQ L3

Job description

Maintenance Craftsperson Mechanical (plumbing bias)

Are you a skilled mechanical engineer or plumber looking for a rewarding role in healthcare facilities management? Join Simply Serve Limited, a trusted provider of Estates and Facilities services to Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, and help maintain essential systems that keep our hospitals running smoothly.

Main duties of the job

As a Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical), you’ll play a key role in the day‑to‑day maintenance and operation of engineering plant and equipment across our community hospitals. This includes:

• Plumbing and pipework repairs and installations, including hot and cold water systems.
• Fault‑finding and repair on mechanical systems such as heating and ventilation, pumps, compressors, motors, and emergency generators.
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, ward staff and contractors to minimise disruption to patient care.
• Occasionally performing basic electrical tasks and supporting other trades where required.

You’ll also be expected to prioritise your workload using our Facilities Management system and maintain accurate records of all work completed.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we’re committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life.
• NHS pension scheme for long‑term financial security.
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax.
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential.

Additionally, you’ll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining and leisure activities, as well as NHS‑specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled and inclusive workforce, and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath and Exeter just a short drive away – and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it’s a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all – the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship or NVQ L3 and two years continuous experience in the industry, together with the required minimum qualifications of a Level 3 in mechanical engineering.
• Driving licence.

Desirable

• Recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship or ONC/HNC in building services or mechanical discipline.
• Working knowledge of Legionella ACOP L8.

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in the relevant trade.
• Having worked alongside other trades.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

South Petherton Hospital
Bernard Way
South Petherton
Somerset
TA13 5EF

Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

£27,485 to £30,162 a year
RRP of £3500.00