Maintenance Assistant

7 months ago


Southampton, United Kingdom University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust Full time

We are looking to recruit a maintenance assistant into our team at University Hospital Southampton Foundation NHS Trust.
- Air Handling Units & Ventilation Plant
- Electrical Systems such as lighting circuits/UPS
- Heating & Cooling systems
- Nurse-call Systems
- Softening plant
- Fire Systems

This is an entry level role and has no formal experience or qualification requirements; however a general aptitude for physical and practical tasks is advantageous. Experience performing “DIY” activities such as home renovations or vehicle maintenance will give transferable skills as would any other activity that involves use of basic hand tools.
- Good communication skills
- Spatial Awareness & manual dexterity
- Ability to work physical tasks (Lifting, carrying etc)
- Working knowledge of basic hand-tools
- Keenness to develop their skillset and knowledge

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

**Typical Duties Include**:

- Routine maintenance tasks such as component replacement, recording performance data and plant room inspections
- Working with contractors to deliver maintenance works
- Working under direction of trade & supervisory staff to undertake engineering repairs
- Co-ordinating materials and resources to ensure they are available when & where required
- Basic plumbing & electrical tasks

Requirements and Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Physically fit; able to climb a ladder and manoeuvre loads upto 25kg

Desirable
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Previous experience performing similar tasks such as DIY, Vehicle Repair or Metal/woodwork
- Understanding of engineering principles and safe working practices

We Offer
An attractive benefits package including enrolment into the NHS pension scheme and access to discounts at a wide selection of retailers.

Annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) starting at 35 days and rising to 41 days (after 10 years service)
Basic salary is dependent on previous relevant experience and is in the range of £18,545- £19,917 pa
Core working hours are Mon - Fri 07:30 - 15:30 however you will be expected to participate in an out-of-hours roster that requires weekday working 1400 - 2200 approximately 1-weekday-in-10 and weekend working 0730 - 1530 approximately 1 weekend in 10.
The Estates Maintenance department has a demonstrable track record in developing staff to enhance personal learning through training and promotional opportunities.


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