Maintenance Operative Fabric

NHS Property Services Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary plus on-call allowance

27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Smarter Working Policy

Professional Excellence Framework培训

SMART Pension contribution up to 6%

NHS retail discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Colleague Assistance Programme

Company vehicle and tools

Job summary

NHS Property Services is seeking a skilled Maintenance Operative (Fabric) to maintain NHS properties across Greater Manchester from the Kennedy Way hub. You will perform a broad range of fabric repairs, manage a varied workload, and travel between sites, ensuring safety and compliance.

You will work independently within an operational team, delivering high workmanship and strong customer service, with participation in an on-call rota and opportunities to support planned maintenance and small

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry & Joinery or equivalent experience.
• NVQ Level 3 Carpentry & Joinery.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience in maintenance, facilities management, or property services.
• Knowledge of healthcare/public sector compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with CAFM systems and mobile working tech.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive building fabric maintenance across NHS sites.
• Undertake carpentry and joinery repairs (doors, locks, flooring, ceilings, fixtures).
• Complete fabric inspections and identify remedial works.
• Carry out fire door inspections and related compliance tasks.
• Ensure work meets safety standards and is well-documented in records.
• Update maintenance systems and liaise with site teams to minimise disruption.
• Support minor project works and refurbishment activities.
• Participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools per procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Ability to work independently

Education

NVQ Level 2 Carpentry & Joinery

NVQ Level 3 Carpentry & Joinery

Tools

CAFM systems

Mobile working technology

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 continue to invest in our frontline teams who help us deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality environments across the NHS estate.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and customer-focused Maintenance Operative (Fabric) to join our team covering Greater Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced tradesperson who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and enjoys the variety that comes with maintaining a diverse property portfolio.

About the Role

As a Maintenance Operative (Fabric), you will be responsible for delivering planned and reactive fabric maintenance across a portfolio of NHS properties throughout Greater Manchester. Based from our Kennedy Way hub, you'll carry out a broad range of building fabric repairs and maintenance activities, ensuring our healthcare environments remain safe, compliant, and fit for purpose.

Working independently and as part of a wider operational team, you'll be responsible for delivering high standards of workmanship while providing excellent customer service to colleagues, customers, and stakeholders. The role involves travelling between sites, managing your own workload, responding to priority repairs, and supporting both planned maintenance programmes and project work.

Participation in an on-call rota is required, offering additional earning potential and the opportunity to support essential NHS services outside of normal operating hours.

Who You Are

You are a motivated and experienced maintenance professional with a background in carpentry, joinery, or general building fabric maintenance. You take ownership of your work, communicate effectively with customers, and are committed to delivering a right-first-time approach.

You enjoy problem-solving, have excellent practical skills, and can work confidently in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive building fabric maintenance across multiple NHS sites.
• Undertake carpentry and joinery repairs, including doors, locks, flooring, ceilings, and internal fixtures.
• Complete building fabric inspections and identify remedial works required.
• Carry out fire door inspections, repairs, and associated compliance activities where required.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with agreed service standards.
• Accurately complete job records and update maintenance systems.
• Liaise with site teams and customers to ensure minimal disruption to services.
• Support minor project works and refurbishment activities where required.
• Participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in accordance with procedures.

What You'll Bring

• NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent experience).
• Previous experience within a maintenance, facilities management, or property services environment.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Excellent practical skills across building fabric maintenance.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.
• NVQ Level 3 Carpentry & Joinery.
• Knowledge of compliance requirements within healthcare or public sector environments.
• Experience working within a facilities management environment.
• Understanding of CAFM systems and mobile working technology.

Where You'll Be

This is a full-time permanent position working 37.5 hours per week, based from Kennedy Way, Greater Manchester, with travel required across the local NHS estates including greater Manchester & Oldham. Flexibility will be required to support operational demands and participation in the on-call rota.

What We Can Offer You

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

• Salary starting from £30,000 plus on call allowance
• 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy additional annual leave.
• A Smarter Working Policy, empowering you to work flexibly where operationally appropriate.
• 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.
• Colleague Assistance Programme and wellbeing support services.
• Company vehicle and tools provided for business use.

An Organisation with a Purpose…

We are an organisation with a passion for giving back. Putting money back into the NHS, supporting local communities, and working towards our commitment to become net zero carbon by 2050. We understand that it's important to feel like the work you do is having a meaningful impact on society, and we ensure every colleague has the opportunity to make a difference.

At NHS Property Services, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to support your needs. If you require any support or adjustments, please let us know. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an environment where people love to work and can fulfil their potential.

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