Maintenance Operative | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

ESHT; Lytham St Annes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Lytham St Annes is seeking a Maintenance Operative to join their maintenance team. The ideal candidate will carry out planned maintenance and repairs in a hospital environment, ensuring both mechanical and electrical services are effectively maintained. Key responsibilities include emergency light testing and minor plumbing repairs, while qualifications in mechanical or electrical fields are advantageous. The role offers employee development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Staff development

NHS pension scheme

Onsite nurseries

Parking at £50/year

Free psychological support

Qualifications

• Background in mechanical or electrical maintenance preferred.
• Good driving licence and communication skills.
• A recognised qualification in a Mechanical, Electrical or Building discipline would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Undertake planned preventative and reactive maintenance tasks to mechanical and electrical services.
• Carry out emergency light testing, PAT testing, Legionella monitoring tasks.
• React with both staff and clients to ensure delivery of services.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Communication skills

Driving licence

Education

Qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Building discipline

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Maintenance Operative for our maintenance team comprising various trades, working in a Hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Undertake planned preventative and reactive maintenance tasks to mechanical and electrical services and the building fabric.
• Carry out emergency light testing, PAT testing, Legionella monitoring tasks, water treatment sample testing and dosing, lamp / tube replacements, minor plumbing, engineering and building fabric repairs.
• Assist with works associated with other trades, depending upon your skills.
• React with both staff and clients to ensure delivery of services through verbal, written and IT communication.
• Undertake any necessary training required for the role.

Qualifications

• Background in mechanical or electrical maintenance preferred.
• Good driving licence and communication skills.
• A recognised qualification in a Mechanical, Electrical or Building discipline would be an advantage, but not essential; training can be provided for the right candidate.

Benefits

• Staff development and enrolment in the NHS pension scheme.
• Auto‑enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service.
• Access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation.
• Onsite parking available from only £50 a year.
• Internal Occupational Health department and free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

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Contact

If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.

Submit your application today. This advert closes on Sunday 28 Dec 2025.