Maintenance Technician - Multi-Skilled

NHS; Brighton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking dedicated Multi-skilled Engineers to enhance patient care and outcomes. This role offers the chance to tackle unique engineering challenges while being part of a collaborative team. You'll receive extensive training and development opportunities, ensuring your career growth. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous leave policy and health programs. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in your community and are eager to grow professionally, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Health and wellbeing programs

Opportunity to earn additional income through on-call rota

Qualifications

• Completed a 4-year apprenticeship with City & Guilds or NVQ level 3 qualification.
• Proven communication skills and multiskilled in Mechanical, Building, and Electrical Maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair Mechanical, Electrical, Medical Plant & Equipment.
• Deputise for Team Leaders and coordinate with approved Contractors.
• Respond to Major incidents and assist in motivating the maintenance team.

Skills

Complex fault diagnosis skills

Ability to plan and prioritize work

Proficiency with computer-controlled systems

Commitment to personal development

Experience with computer-based Risk and Asbestos Registers

Education

4-year apprenticeship with City & Guilds or NVQ level 3

Mechanical/plumbing training for Electricians

Ongoing training to stay current with Electrical Regulations

Job description

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

We have great opportunities for experienced or newly qualified Multi-skilled (Electrical/Mechanical/Building) Engineers who are eager to make a positive impact in their community. Do you want to feel like you're doing something more than just 'turning up' every day?

You'll be part of a collaborative and dynamic team that values your expertise and encourages innovation.

In this role, you will tackle a wide range of unique challenges, using your engineering skills to directly improve patient care and outcomes, making a real difference in people's lives.

You will receive extensive training and development opportunities, including access to courses and certifications to help you advance in your career.

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave, health and wellbeing programs, and the opportunity to earn additional income through participation in the on-call rota.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to something truly meaningful.

Main duties of the job

1. Maintain and repair a wide range of Mechanical, Electrical, Medical Plant & Equipment, and Building faults.
2. Deputise for Team Leaders.
3. Undertake Authorised Person/Competent Person roles, e.g., Legionella, medical gases pipeline systems, electrical safety, and ventilation.
4. Coordinate with approved Contractors for maintenance, breakdowns, and repairs.
5. Be included on the On-Call Rota to handle emergency and urgent situations outside of core hours.
6. Respond to Major incidents such as loss of electrical services, medical gases, heating, and hot water in critical areas.
7. Assist in motivating, training, and developing the maintenance team and apprenticeship schemes, ensuring efficient use of resources.
8. Plan and execute maintenance and repairs of Mechanical and Electrical plant, equipment, and services.
9. Escalate calls to team leaders for contractor involvement during breakdowns and repairs.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength. We want you to feel included and help us always put the Patient First. Your unique experiences will contribute to our innovative community. We offer Staff Networks, buddy schemes, and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with compassion and empathy. Our Wellbeing Programme supports staff needs, including flexible working options to promote work-life balance.

As a university trust and leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training. We are committed to your growth and development throughout your career with us.

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to UHSussex.

Job responsibilities

Please review the attached job description and person specification for detailed information about the position.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Completed a 4-year apprenticeship with City & Guilds or NVQ level 3 qualification.
• Mechanical/plumbing training for Electricians or Electrical training for Mechanical Technicians.
• Ongoing training to stay current with Electrical Regulations.
• Competent person status, e.g., Medical Gas Authorised Person, Electrical Training, Legionella responsible person training.

Knowledge and Experience

• Significant post-qualification experience as an Engineering Maintenance Craftsman, Electrician, or Mechanical Engineer, with the ability to be on call.
• Proven communication skills.
• Multiskilled in Mechanical, Building, and Electrical Maintenance.
• Deep knowledge of Engineering Systems and maintenance experience, ideally in healthcare.

Skills

• Complex fault diagnosis skills.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work.
• Proficiency with computer-controlled systems.
• Commitment to personal development and understanding of equalities issues.
• Experience with computer-based Risk and Asbestos Registers.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Experience championing diversity in previous roles.
• Personal development efforts to improve understanding of equalities issues.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check due to the nature of the work and compliance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.