Mechanical Craftsperson – NHS On-Call Maintenance

NHS; Carmarthen; Remote; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hywel Dda University Health Board in Carmarthen is seeking a Main area Mechanical Craftsperson (Band 5) on a full-time basis. The role covers maintaining mechanical, electrical and building services, including boilers, steam systems and medical gases, with a 37.5-hour week and an on-call rota every 7th week.

The site is Glangwili General Hospital. Welsh language skills are desirable; applicants may apply in Welsh.

Qualifications

• HNC or HND or equivalent experience plus completion of a time-served apprenticeship.
• Fully conversant with core mechanical trade and working knowledge of electrical and gas.
• Good understanding of asbestos awareness and working near asbestos products.
• Empowered via training/experience to undertake statutory tasks (e.g., Gas Safe, sterilisers).
• Familiar with Health Board Fire Defence Policy and HTMs; Gas Safe/Oftec registered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mechanical/electrical/building services to support clinical departments.
• Support day-to-day operational maintenance of boilers, steam systems, medical gases, heating and hot water.
• Cover morning/afternoon shifts and participate in an on-call rota.
• Contribute to site operational management and safety compliance.

Skills

Mechanical trade knowledge

Electrical & gas knowledge

Asbestos awareness

Welsh language (Level 1)

Education

HNC or HND or equivalent

Time-served apprenticeship

Job description

Hywel Dda University Health Board in Carmarthen is seeking a Main area Mechanical Craftsperson (Band 5) on a full-time basis. The role covers maintaining mechanical, electrical and building services, including boilers, steam systems and medical gases, with a 37.5-hour week and an on-call rota every 7th week.

The site is Glangwili General Hospital. Welsh language skills are desirable; applicants may apply in Welsh.