Mechanical Plumber / Fitter plus 30% R&R | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Milton Keynes is seeking a Mechanical Plumber/Fitter to conduct planned and reactive work on complex mechanical systems. Ideal candidates will have experience in plumbing, strong technical skills, and understanding of health and safety regulations. This full-time role offers a salary of £35,730 - £39,210 per annum with flexible working options. Applications close on 14 Oct 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience as a plumber with mechanical systems knowledge.
• Ability to diagnose and repair complex engineering systems.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive mechanical work.
• Diagnose and repair faults on mechanical systems.
• Provide technical support on clinical equipment.

Skills

Mechanical Systems Knowledge

Fault Diagnosis

Technical Support

Health and Safety Compliance

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Plumber / Fitter plus 30% R&R
Department Estates
Band 4 £35,730 - £39,210 per annum (including 30% recruitment and retention payment)
Hours 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Secondments/Fixed Term will be considered
Are you an experience plumber? Are you wanting some healthcare experience to add to your career?

Main duties and responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive work appropriate to core skills in addition to other duties (Dependent on relevant training) in order to achieve flexibility and efficiency.
• Diagnose and repair faults on complex Mechanical and plant, engineering systems, and equipment in accordance with current regulations and guidance.
• Work on a wide range of hospital mechanical systems including but not limited to heating systems, hot and cold-water systems, control systems, electrical motors / drive systems, domestic equipment, catering equipment, ventilation plant, boiler plant, building energy management system and communication systems.
• Manufacture, assemble, erect, and install new installation work unsupervised to a recognised standard within an acceptable timescale.
• Perform a wide range of work of other trades.
• Carry out repairs, maintain and efficiently run engineering plant & equipment.
• Carry out water system inspections, tests and maintain records in conjunction with the Trusts Water Management Policy.
• Use all relevant test equipment, tools and equipment.
• To interpret and work from, complex engineering drawings & wiring diagrams and specifications with appropriate methods and sequence of operation.
• To plan and manage the working day based on work orders issued by Supervisor.
• To carry out work in accordance with health and safety requirements, Trust policies, procedures and regulations.
• To carry out the completion of installation inspections, tests and surveys including associated reports.
• To compile lists for the ordering of materials and spare parts.
• Provide technical support and advice to staff and patients on clinical equipment being used by them which is the maintenance responsibility of the Estates Department
• The Ability to give advice, instruction and training to Apprentices, assistants and support workers.
• To undertake the day to day planned preventive maintenance duties and repairs
• To work in accordance with the requirements of Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs) on Sterilisation (HTM 2010), and Washer Disinfectors (HTM 2030) after appropriate training.
• Undertake on-call duties as part of the on-call team to ensure that emergency repairs occurring out of normal hours are attended to, including at short notice, to ensure this essential service is maintained.
• To record the progress of all tasks by keeping electronic records up to date.
• To undertake other duties consistent with the role/grade of the post as requested by Management.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details

This advert closes on Tuesday 14 Oct 2025