Maintenance Technician (Mechanical)

NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Liverpool is looking for a highly motivated Maintenance Technician (Mechanical) to join their Estates and Facilities team. Responsibilities include undertaking mechanical repairs, planned maintenance, and supporting a multi-skilled maintenance team. Applicants should have a completed apprenticeship, a track record in building services maintenance, and the ability to diagnose complex faults. This position offers a competitive salary and a commitment to diversity in hiring.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable track record in building services maintenance.
• Multi-skilled capability across mechanical, building, and electrical maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Undertake mechanical repairs, planned maintenance, and improvements.
• Install mechanical new work.
• Support a multi-skilled maintenance team.
• Analyze faults and carry out rectifications.

Skills

Complex fault diagnosis ability

Ability to plan and prioritise workload

Education

Completed a 4‑year apprenticeship (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3)

Mechanical or plumbing training for electricians

Job description

Maintenance Technician – Mechanical (Band 5)

Location: Royal Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool. Job Ref: 287-CEF-290-25-A. Permanent, full time, 37.5 hrs/week. Salary £31,049 – £37,796 + RRP £5,000 per annum. Closing date 18/12/2025.

Job Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated, professional Maintenance Technician (Mechanical) to join our busy Estates and Facilities team. The role requires prioritising workloads, identifying opportunities for improvement and supporting efficient service delivery.

Main Duties

• Undertake mechanical repairs, planned maintenance and improvements to Trust buildings in compliance with statutory regulations and codes of practice.
• Install mechanical new work.
• Support a multi‑skilled maintenance team and participate in emergency on‑call rota.
• Make repair calls to approved contractors.
• Analyse faults and carry out rectifications to ensure service continuity.
• Maintain appearance in line with Trust dress code, uphold values, and build respectful, inclusive relationships.

Person Specification

Qualifications – Essential

• Completed a 4‑year apprenticeship (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3) or equivalent national qualification (Level 3 or above).
• Mechanical or plumbing training for electricians, or electrical training for mechanical technicians.

Qualifications – Desirable

• Continuing training to latest Electrical Regulations.
• Competent person – Medical Gas; authorised person for electrical training for technicians; Legionella responsible person training.
• Qualification in building services, Legionella/Water systems, Asbestos awareness.

Experience – Essential

• Demonstrable track record in building services maintenance.
• Multi‑skilled capability across mechanical, building and electrical maintenance.

Experience – Desirable

• Experience in a large acute hospital setting.
• Risk assessment completion, manual handling competencies.

Knowledge – Desirable

• Basic electrical knowledge.
• Understanding of building maintenance issues.
• Knowledge of NHS working in clinical areas and estates maintenance.

Skills – Essential

• Complex fault diagnosis ability.
• Ability to plan and prioritise workload.

Skills – Desirable

• Planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Self‑motivation and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency with risk and asbestos register systems; BMS experience.

Legal and Equality

The Trust is committed to promoting equality and diversity, welcoming applicants from all under‑represented groups. Applicants will be required to complete a DBS check; any costs will be recovered through salary deduction.

How to Apply

Please apply promptly as the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Ensure you keep an eye on the email account used for your application as the Trust will contact you via this channel.