Mechanical/Plumbing Assistant | University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Mechanical Assistant in Bristol. This role involves maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, offering a starting salary of £28,497 pro rata with opportunities for overtime, an extensive training package, and generous annual leave. Ideal candidates will have plumbing experience and a commitment to healthcare quality.

Benefits

Further training opportunities

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to national leading discounts

Access to overtime to boost earnings

Qualifications

• Experience of working as a domestic or commercial plumber in any setting.
• Desire to work in a large healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planned preventative maintenance.
• Respond to breakdowns of mechanical equipment.
• Help with minor repairs to cooling and heating systems.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Plumbing skills

Problem-solving

Education

City & Guild Mechanical/Plumbing qualification at Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Estates Maintenance Department at University Hospital’s Bristol and Weston NHS Trust has an exciting opportunity arise for an experienced Mechanical Assistant based in Bristol.

With a starting salary of £28,497 pro rata, overtime and unsocial enhancements, and a great annual leave and pension offer there isn't a better time to consider joining the team!

You’ll join an experienced and dedicated mechanical team, working as part of a larger estate’s workforce of around 100 people.

If you’re looking to expand your skills and move into commercial buildings – this is an ideal opportunity for you! We provide an extensive training package to support you in understanding a complex healthcare estate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in playing a role in the delivery of planned preventative maintenance regime as instructed by team leaders and completion of jobs on agility and Zetasafe via PDAs.
• React promptly to day-to-day breakdowns of mechanical equipment/assets as instructed by team leader / help desk ensuring response and completion times meet the Trust KPI’s.
• Assist with minor repairs to cooling and heating systems such as gasket repairs, replacements etc.
• To physically carry out manual work using safe working practice.
• Be part of LRTP lift release of trapped passenger/s rota (training provided).
• To work shifts as agreed on a rotating pattern i.e. 0700 – 1700 Hours & 09:00-19:00 Hours.

Qualifications

• Experience of working as a domestic or commercial plumber in any setting.
• A City & Guild Mechanical/Plumbing qualification at Level 2 or equivalent.
• Have a desire to work in a large healthcare environment.

Benefits

• Further training opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge as a qualified tradesperson.
• An attractive salary of £28,497 - £30,158 per annum basic + unsocial hours payments for evening and weekend working.
• Access to overtime to boost your earnings.
• Access to a multitude of national leading discounts in shopping, holidays & insurance.
• 27 days + bank holidays annual leave, rising to 29 days and 33 days after long service.

About the Trust

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.

UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

Application

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description attached to this vacancy.

This advert closes on Wednesday 15 Oct 2025