Multi-Skilled Maintenance Operative

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS pension

Travel discounts

Blue light discounts

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is seeking a resourceful multi skilled operative to join the North Manchester General site. The role focuses on supporting and fixing issues across the hospital to ensure a consistent, high‑quality experience for visitors, staff and patients.

You will perform planned and reactive maintenance across electrical, mechanical, carpentry, landscaping and related services, prioritising workload and following safety standards.

Qualifications

• Basic education standard and relevant training in building maintenance.
• 18th Edition electrical regulations knowledge.
• NVQ Level 3/ ONC or equivalent in engineering subjects.

Responsibilities

• Undertake robust estates maintenance and repair works across hospital equipment including electrical, mechanical, carpentry, landscaping and related services.
• Prioritise workload to effect changes and maintain a safe environment for staff, patients and visitors.
• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance and be trained on new systems while following safety practices.

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Building Services

Customer Skills

Education

NVQ Level 3/ ONC in relevant Engineering subject

City and Guilds Level 3 in relevant Building Services Engineering

Job description

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We are looking for a resourceful and energetic multi skilled operative to join our expanding team. Come and join us at North Manchester General where you will enjoy a role which can showcase your expertise and knowledge in an ever-changing environment.

With one of the most varied roles with the hospital, you be on hand to help support and fix issues across the site, making sure that visitors, workers, and patients all receive the same great experience.

No day will ever be the same with some analysis to resolve technical issues included, you’ll be able to use your skills liaising with all types of stakeholders and clinical staff to support the running of a busy hospital.

With benefits to NHS pension scheme, travel discounts and blue light discounts, a great opportunity to work at the NHS biggest trust awaits you.

Main duties of the job

Each day will bring a new duty and test your knowledge. You will undertake robust estates maintenance and repair works on hospital equipment which will include installation of electrical, mechanical, carpentry, landscaping and constructive service and hardware. You will have the basic skills that the properties are maintained in accordance with the service level agreements and to the appropriate quality and standards expected.

You will use your knowledge and experience to prioritise your workload to affect change within the hospital to build a safe environment for clients, visitors, and staff. The multi skilled demands of the role will include carrying out planned preventative maintenance, and reactive maintenance and repair of mechanical systems as well as being trained on new systems.

You will ensure the safe and responsible use and manual handling of equipment, whilst working in potentially hazardous environments (switch/plant rooms and workshop) and/or environmental conditions (confined spaces, heat, cold, wet, and dirty) observing H&S and Codes of Practice

There is plenty of scope for progression and up-skilling your current knowledge with on-site training and courses that will expand your comprehension of the role. You will be part of a team who will welcome a start of the art, leading edge hospital facility as NMGH is one of the health infrastructure plan (HIP) hospitals to be redeveloped.

Working for our organisation

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to shape your career.
With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.
Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.
At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.
At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you’re part of something bigger from day one.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police that’s considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the children’s and/or adults’ barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person specification

Qualifications and Training

• Good education standard
• 18th Edition
• NVQ Level 3/ ONC in relevant Engineering subject
• City and Guilds Level 3 in relevant Building Services Engineering or significant equivalent experience
• First Aid Trained
• Full Clean Valid Driving license
• Customer Skills
• Health & Safety Certificates

Experience

• Basic Experience in electrical, mechanical, landscape and general construction works
• NHS experience
• Installation and Maintenance Processes and Procedures
• Experience in the production and development of estate related audits and control procedures
• Working Knowledge of HTM’s, HBN’s
• Experience of working in a pressurised reactive environment
• Knowledge of a variety of computer-based Building Management Systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people and professionals at all levels in the organisation and externally
• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety and COSHH requirements related to gardening services
• Ability to present information in clear and understandable format
• Ability to prioritise workload
• A good working knowledge of IT packages including Microsoft Office, Excel and Word
• A sound working knowledge of relevant Health and Safety legislation and associate safe working practices
• Understanding of acute hospitals and healthcare environment
• Knowledge of legislation requirements as they relate to estates and environmental issues within the NHS Trust estate
• Developed problem-solving ability
• Good interpersonal skills

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivation and act on own initiative
• Has a control and results orientated perspective
• Ability to influence others
• Ability to build good working relationships.
• Able to work with high degree of flexibility and adaptability.
• Perform well under pressure with demonstrable copying skills
• Problem solving approach

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.