Maintenance Technician

NHS Tayside; Dundee (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Tayside invites applications for a multi-skilled Technician to join the Facilities team at Carseview Centre, NHS Tayside's primary adult acute mental health inpatient facility. You will provide a first-line maintenance service across mechanical, electrical, and building systems, ensuring a safe, compliant environment for patients, staff and visitors.

The role covers 24/7 service with shift rota, planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs and minor improvements.

Qualifications

• Holds a recognised apprenticeship (CITB/EITB or equivalent) and relevant engineering qualification (e.g. City & Guilds / ONC / BTEC).
• Significant maintenance experience in healthcare or complex environments across electrical, mechanical and building services.
• Ability to work independently, under pressure and during out-of-hours shifts.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve faults across multiple engineering systems.
• Maintain and repair HVAC, boilers, ventilation, electrical distribution, lighting and fire alarms.
• Provide technical support and supervision to contractors and junior staff.
• Act as point of contact for permits to work and contractor management.
• Respond to emergencies including fire alarms, equipment breakdowns, lift entrapments and infrastructure damage.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation and NHS standards.
• Maintain records using electronic maintenance systems.

Skills

Apprenticeship

Maintenance experience

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Independent work

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

CITB/EITB apprenticeship

City & Guilds / ONC / BTEC

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

We are looking for a multi-skilled Technician to join our Facilities team at Carseview Centre, NHS Tayside's primary adult acute mental health inpatient facility.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will provide a first-line maintenance service, including reactive, preventative, and emergency works across a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and building systems. You will play a key role in ensuring a safe, compliant, and well-maintained environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities

Working as part of a dedicated team, you will contribute to a 24/7 service, including participation in a shift rota covering on call, weekends, and public holidays. Deliver planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and minor improvement works. The key responsibilities for this post include:

• Diagnose and resolve complex faults across multiple engineering systems
• Maintain and repair:
  • HVAC systems, boilers, and ventilation
  • Electrical distribution, lighting, and fire alarms
  • Emergency generators and standby systems
  • Water, drainage, and medical gas systems
• Provide technical support and supervision to contractors and junior staff
• Act as a point of contact for permits to work and contractor management
• Respond to emergency situations including:
  • Fire alarms
  • Equipment breakdowns
  • Lift entrapments
  • Damage to Infrastructure
• Ensure all work complies with health & safety legislation and NHS standards
• Maintain accurate records using electronic maintenance systems
  

We Are Seeking An Adaptable And Skilled Technician Who

• Holds a recognised apprenticeship (CITB/EITB or equivalent) and relevant engineering qualification (e.g. City & Guilds / ONC / BTEC)
• Has significant experience in multi-skilled maintenance, ideally within a healthcare or complex environment
• Demonstrates strong knowledge across electrical, mechanical, and building services systems
• Has the ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure, particularly during out-of-hours shifts
• Possesses excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
• Is flexible and committed to delivering a high-quality, responsive maintenance service

Essential Requirements Include

• Competency in relevant systems (e.g. LV electrical, medical gases)
• Working knowledge across multiple trades
• Commitment to ongoing training and professional development

Informal enquiries to Maggie Simeon or Andy Kyle on 01382 423018

Hours of work are: 36

You will be required to comply with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland throughout your employment.

Additional Information For Candidates

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