Ventilation Maintenance Assistant

Equans; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company based in the United Kingdom is seeking a Ventilation Maintenance Assistant to join their team at the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital. This full-time role offers a salary of £25,400 per annum and includes responsibilities such as assisting in engineering activities and ensuring compliance with health & safety protocols. Ideal candidates should possess previous maintenance experience and a flexible schedule. Benefits include 24 days annual leave and life cover.

Benefits

24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary

Employee discount shopping schemes

Gym membership discounts

Free parking

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Corporate social responsibility days

Learning opportunities

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a maintenance environment.
• Prepared to work a flexible shift system including nights.
• Current valid driving licence is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in engineering activities and undertake trained duties.
• Safely operate access equipment and tools according to guidelines.
• Respond timely to maintenance issues.

Skills

Mechanical Ventilation experience

Flexible shift system

Knowledge of health & safety procedures

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in engineering discipline to City & Guilds level

Job description

Equans is looking for a Ventilation Maintenance Assistant to join our team based at the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital in Smethwick on a permanent basis. This is a full‑time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a salary of £25,400 per annum and a benefits package.

What will you deliver?

• Mechanical Ventilation experience
• Assist in engineering activities and undertake duties for which they are trained and competent to do
• Safely operate all types of access equipment, hand and power tools in accordance with health & safety and manufacturers' guidelines
• Ensure correct use of personal protective equipment and adherence to health & safety and infection control procedures
• Minimise penalty deductions by responding in a timely manner to all maintenance issues in accordance with the requirements of the Contract
• Assist in carrying out installation work involved in minor upgrading and adaptation works

What can we offer you?

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Free parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to a mental wellbeing app

Who are you?

• Previously worked within a maintenance environment
• Previous ventilation experience
• Prepared to work a flexible shift system including nights
• Recognised apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline to City & Guilds level (Desirable)
• Possess a current valid driving licence (Desirable)
• Previously worked within a healthcare maintenance environment (Desirable)

This role includes a DBS Standard check; therefore ability to pass is essential.

Who are we?

Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management, regeneration, and cutting‑edge energy and digital services.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply and track your progress. A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part of our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers and stakeholders.

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks, including AccessAbility, Encompass, RISE, Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together, Working Parents and Young Professionals.

For this role you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately we are not able to offer a re‑location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the Resourcing Team, not directly to Equans managers.