Mechanical Technician - Dayshift

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking 3 Mechanical Maintenance Technicians for the estates day shift at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Candidates should have experience in mechanical engineering and be qualified to HNC level or working towards it. The role involves maintenance across various systems and mentoring apprentices.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years post-apprenticeship experience.
• Participate in training and mentoring apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Perform reactive and preventative maintenance across the hospital campus.
• Work within a multi-skilled team delivering technical services.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Flexibility

Education

HNC Level Qualification

Job description

Job Details

Client: NHS Scotland

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Additional Information

Job Reference: 23714544ab08

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, one of the UK's largest healthcare systems, employs around 40,000 staff across various clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to over 1.15 million people, expanding to 2.2 million with regional and national services.

The role involves working Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm, at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. We are seeking 3 Mechanical Maintenance Technicians for the estates day shift to perform reactive and preventative maintenance across the hospital campus.

Candidates should be experienced mechanical engineers, qualified to HNC level or working towards it, with at least 5 years post-apprenticeship experience. The primary focus is on mechanical tasks, but the role also involves working within a multi-skilled team, delivering technical services across building disciplines such as HVAC, hot water, ventilation, pressure, and medical gas systems. Flexibility across trades is essential to maintain high standards of service.

The successful candidates will also participate in training and mentoring apprentices and trainees, collaborating with managers to develop training programs.

For contact details, refer to the Candidate Information Packs. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde values diversity and encourages applications from all community sections. We are committed to being a Forces Friendly Employer, supporting military community applications.

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