Shift Maintenance Technician | Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an engineer to work 37.5 hours per week on a rotary shift pattern. Candidates should hold a relevant engineering qualification and have experience with mechanical and electrical systems. The position offers opportunities for professional growth within a welcoming environment, located in a scenic area with excellent transport links.

Qualifications

• Five years post apprenticeship experience working on mechanical and electrical plant and equipment.
• Experience with electrical distribution systems, generators, HVAC, compressors, and medical gases is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide shift cover for annual leave and sickness.
• Work on a 5-person rotary shift pattern of 4 on, 4 off.

Education

Advanced City and Guilds / NVQ Level 3 qualification

Job description

The advertised post is for 37.5 hrs per week, Monday to Sunday participating on a 5-person rotary shift pattern working on a 4 on, 4 off basis, the post holder will be required to provide shift cover for annual leave and sickness as required.

Experience of the following is not essential but would be beneficial: Electrical distribution systems, generators, CHP, nurse call systems, fire alarm systems, boiler plant, steam and condensate systems, HVAC, compressors, and piped medical gases.

Ideally you will have completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship gaining Advanced City and Guilds / NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent, with five years post apprenticeship experience, working on mechanical and electrical plant and equipment. However, candidates who can demonstrate relevant experience will be considered.

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as “competent and caring staff” by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents. We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral’s only Emergency Department.

We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint. We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Please note that this advert closes on Wednesday 1 Oct 2025.