Mechanical Craftsperson – Full Time – Birmingham

Catering; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days' annual leave

Life Cover 1.5x salary

Employee discount shopping schemes

Gym membership discounts

Holiday purchase scheme

CSR days (2 per year)

Learning opportunities and training

Employee Referral Rewards

Employee Assistance Program and mental

Job summary

Catering in Birmingham is seeking a Mechanical Craftsperson to maintain essential hospital-grade mechanical systems across NHS Trust sites. The role requires diagnosing, repairing water systems, legionella control, TMV and AHU servicing, with a focus on safety and compliance.

You should hold NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing or Heating and Ventilation, have a valid driving licence, and be comfortable on-call. The position offers a permanent contract, a salary of £38,000 to £43,000, and career

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing or Heating and Ventilation

Responsibilities

• Maintain services to NHS Trust sites
• Perform mechanical craftsperson tasks including diagnostics, repairs, TMV and AHU servicing
• Carry out water system safety and Legionella controls
• Participate in on-call rota and maintain paperwork

Job description

Mechanical Craftsperson

West Midlands - Birmingham

£38,000 - £43,000

Brief

Mechanical Craftsperson needed for a well-known, large Facilities Management organisation based in Birmingham who are looking to employ an experienced and well-rounded Mechanical Craftsperson that takes pride in their work with an in-depth knowledge of Mechanical crafts in diagnostics, repair of mechanical systems, water systems, legionella, TMV and AHU Servicing.

The successful candidate would have a relevant qualification - i.e. NVQ Level 2 or 3 Plumbing or Heating and Ventilation etc. - and have an interest in Mechanical Crafts. If you have commercial experience in healthcare that would be a plus!

Benefits

• Salary: £38,000 - £43,000 per annum
• 24 days' annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes for major brands and retailers, Gym membership discounts
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks and 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

What the role entails:

Some of the main duties of the Mechanical Craftsperson will include:

Responsibilities

• The responsibilities will mainly be at the Mental Health Sites of Barberry, Oleaster & Zinnia, however this could extend to other areas on the contract if requested by Senior Management
• Undertake any reasonable duties directed by TSM/Supervisor/Helpdesk to maintain all services to the NHS Trust, and ensure that all associated paperwork is completed in a satisfactory, accurate and prompt manner
• Perform the complete range of Mechanical Craftsperson tasks as required or directed by management
• Carry out all works in compliance with KPI's and contract
• Have a knowledge of water / mechanical systems within a healthcare environment and maintenance / testing activities
• Have a knowledge of Legionella and other water pathogens
• Undertake temperature monitoring, shower head cleaning and disinfection, Tank visual inspections, TMV servicing, AHU servicing, to name a few
• Drive the company vehicle as required to meet the needs of the service
• Participate in the on-call rota

What experience you need to be the successful Mechanical Craftsperson:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 equivalent qualification relevant to Plumbing
• Legionella/TMV/Disinfection awareness and training
• Water hygiene training (Desirable)
• Valid driving licence (This role includes a DBS Enhanced with Barred Lists, therefore ability to pass is essential.)

This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Craftsperson to progress their career.

Salary: £38000 - £43000/annum

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands