Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical) | Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local NHS Trust is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to handle fault diagnosis and repair of various mechanical services and equipment. The role is critical for maintaining the operational integrity of NHS services across Sussex. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications such as Gas Safe and OFTEC certifications, alongside a flexible approach to work. This position offers attractive benefits, including flexible working options and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Excellent training opportunities

Living Wage Employer

Workplace nurseries

Qualifications

• Experience working with gas and oil fired appliances.
• Ability to use diagnostic tools effectively.
• Experience in maintenance of mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair various mechanical equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed.
• Interpret instructions and specifications.

Skills

Gas Safe Qualified

OFTEC Qualified

Analytical skills

Flexibility

Tools

Digital test instruments

Analogue test instruments

Job description

To carry out fault diagnosis, repair and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) work on all Mechanical building services and equipment within Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust (SCFT) and any other local Trusts/organisations to which SCFT provide a service.

The postholder will apply a flexible attitude and approach to carrying out all assigned tasks.

The postholder will have incidental contact with patients such as giving wayfinding instructions.

Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role may not be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on thegov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

Responsibilities and duties

Enable effective fault diagnosis and repair to a wide range of plant and equipment as detailed below, including:

• Gas fired appliances (if Gas Safe Qualified)
• Oil fired boilers (if OFTEC Qualified)
• Catering equipment (mechanical element)
• Heating, hot and cold-water systems
• Pumps
• Waste-water systems including macerators.
• Laundry equipment
• Emergency generators (mechanical element)
• Fire alarm systems and fire-fighting equipment (testing)
• Lifts (Passenger and goods)
• Air Conditioning systems
• Domestic appliances
• Various other types of mechanical equipment

Use digital and analogue test and monitoring instruments for effective testing and fault finding. Ability to analyse results.

Carry out minor new works as directed by the Estates Operations Manager or Estates M and E Manager.

Interpret and work from appropriate instructions, drawing’s and specifications.

Record accurately details of works completed including time, date, job content, location and materials used. Update logbooks, registers and other statutory records as directed by the Estates Operations Manager or Estates M and E Manager.

About the Trust

We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.

Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.

Why work for us?

• Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing
• Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex
• Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement
• Excellent training, development, and research opportunities
• Accredited Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all our staff
• Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton
• Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks
• Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust

Our values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide everything we do.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

Closing information

This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.

This advert closes on Monday 22 Dec 2025.