Maintenance Technician

Gold Group Limited; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A large facilities management organization in Portsmouth seeks an experienced Maintenance Technician - Mechanical biased to support a 24-hour maintenance service at a NHS hospital. The position requires a recognized engineering apprenticeship and NVQ Level 2 or higher. The ideal candidate will handle routine boiler tests, prepare equipment for inspections, and diagnose faults effectively. Competitive benefits include 24 days annual leave, life cover, and access to various employee networks.

Benefits

24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary

Employee discount shopping schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Corporate social responsibility days

Qualifications

• Recognised engineering apprenticeship or approved equivalent required.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance is essential.
• City & Guilds in steam maintenance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine boiler tests and mechanical maintenance tasks.
• Prepare plant and equipment for insurance inspections.
• Support the Estates Management team in delivering a maintenance service.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance experience

Fault diagnosis

Working under Permit to Work systems

Steam maintenance knowledge

Familiarity with other trades

Education

Recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent

NVQ Level 2 (or higher)

Tools

City & Guilds certification

BOAS certification

Job description

Maintenance Technician - Mechanical biased

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Brief

Maintenance Technician needed for a large facilities management organisation based in London who are looking to employ an experienced and well-rounded individual that takes pride in their work with an in-depth knowledge of undertaking the support of the estates management team in delivering a 24-hour maintenance service across the Portsmouth University NHS Hospital SPV, Perform routine boiler tests and mechanical maintenance tasks and Prepare plant and equipment for insurance inspections.

The successful candidate must have a recognised engineering apprenticeship or approved equivalent and NVQ Level 2 (or higher) or equivalent relevant experience. If you have experience working in a hospital setting that would be a plus!

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programs
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER, Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

What the role entails:

Some of the main duties of the role will include:

• Perform routine boiler tests and mechanical maintenance tasks (training provided)
• Prepare plant and equipment for insurance inspections
• Work safely on steam and hot water systems under a Permit to Work system
• Diagnose faults and maintain complex systems in line with PSSR and other regulations
• Support the Estates Management team in delivering a 24-hour maintenance service
• Liaise with hospital departments to resolve maintenance issues professionally and efficiently
• Carry a radio for immediate response and undertake training as required
• Work in confined spaces and challenging environments when necessary

What experience you need to be successful:

• Recognised engineering apprenticeship or approved equivalent (e.g. City & Guilds).
• NVQ Level 2 (or higher) or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrable experience in a relevant mechanical maintenance role.
• City & Guilds in steam maintenance or BOAS certification (desirable).
• Experience with calorifiers, PHEs, pipe fitting, industrial hot water systems (desirable).
• Knowledge of specialist pressure systems (desirable).
• Familiarity with other trades is advantageous (desirable).

This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Maintenance Technician to progress their career. If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.