Maintenance Support Assistant

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  • Plymouth
  • £24,465 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
The Estates Department at University Hospitals Plymouth are looking to recruit 2 x Band 2 General Maintenance Assistants to undertake a wide range of basic maintenance tasks across the Trust's properties.An enthusiastic attitude and willingness to help others is more important than previous demonstrable engineering or healthcare experience.Successful applicants will need to have a flexible approach to work and be able to turn their hand to assisting with various maintenance/housekeeping tasks across all engineering and building disciplines. The workload will be varied but there will be a requirement to undertake some repetitive tasks such as temperature testing and maintaining plant room cleanliness.For more information please contact Operations Lead Bryan Kidger via 01752 431296 for further details.Main duties of the jobPrimarily to support the Estates Engineering department with mechanical & electrical safety compliance work. Also, to assist in undertaking engineering and building maintenance, repairs and minor improvements across the Trust as directed by supervisor/line manager, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***About usWe are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.DetailsDate posted28 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2Salary£24,465 a year Per AnnumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number216-CB-A7416664Job locationsUniversity Hospitals PlymouthDerriford RdPlymouthPL6 8DHJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesOperational Engineering Service (as required).
  • Electrical duties Carry out minor electrical duties as instructed by team leaders, e.g. rewire plugs, change light bulbs, check condition of wiring and carry out shade cleaning etc. assist Craftsmen when required.
  • Mechanical duties - Undertake water safety & compliance duties including recording tap temperatures, undertake outlet flushing and disinfection, change tap washers, assist in unblocking of drains and toilets change filters on air handling units. Assist Craftsmen when required.
  • Building / Carpentry duties carry out minor carpentry duties e.g. replace ceiling tiles, painting, plastering, repairs to skirting boards, flooring and fitting digi- locks
  • Boiler Work clean inside if boilers for insurance inspections as instructed (confined space working)
  • VIE Plant carry out defrosting of VIE evaporators and check plant for leaks.
  • Domestic Water System Maintenance (HSE L8 & HTM 04 Compliance) Assist in
  • Thermostatic Mixer Valve Maintenance and Disinfection
  • Tank Cleaning
  • Calorifier Cleaning
  • Tap & Shower Outlet Cleaning and Disinfection
  • Take and Record Water Outlet Temperatures, report findings to Maintenance Operations Manager if outside of parameters
  • Ventilation System Maintenance (HTM 03 Compliance) Assist in
  • AHU Cleaning (Internal & External) & Disinfection
  • Duct Cleaning
  • Grille Cleaning
  • Utility Meter Readings - after training & instruction, carry out meter readings for electric, water & gas on a monthly basis.
  • Assist Craftsperson - provide assistance to craftspersons through full range of Electrical, Mechanical and Building duties where applicable.
  • Plant Room & Workshop Duties be responsible for keeping the plant rooms clean and tidy, free of rubbish and trip hazards.
  • Undertake any duties which may arise and may reasonably be deemed to be within the scope of the post
  • Undertake training which the management requires that would enhance and develop the post holder
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesOperational Engineering Service (as required).
  • Electrical duties Carry out minor electrical duties as instructed by team leaders, e.g. rewire plugs, change light bulbs, check condition of wiring and carry out shade cleaning etc. assist Craftsmen when required.
  • Mechanical duties - Undertake water safety & compliance duties including recording tap temperatures, undertake outlet flushing and disinfection, change tap washers, assist in unblocking of drains and toilets change filters on air handling units. Assist Craftsmen when required.
  • Building / Carpentry duties carry out minor carpentry duties e.g. replace ceiling tiles, painting, plastering, repairs to skirting boards, flooring and fitting digi- locks
  • Boiler Work clean inside if boilers for insurance inspections as instructed (confined space working)
  • VIE Plant carry out defrosting of VIE evaporators and check plant for leaks.
  • Domestic Water System Maintenance (HSE L8 & HTM 04 Compliance) Assist in
  • Thermostatic Mixer Valve Maintenance and Disinfection
  • Tank Cleaning
  • Calorifier Cleaning
  • Tap & Shower Outlet Cleaning and Disinfection
  • Take and Record Water Outlet Temperatures, report findings to Maintenance Operations Manager if outside of parameters
  • Ventilation System Maintenance (HTM 03 Compliance) Assist in
  • AHU Cleaning (Internal & External) & Disinfection
  • Duct Cleaning
  • Grille Cleaning
  • Utility Meter Readings - after training & instruction, carry out meter readings for electric, water & gas on a monthly basis.
  • Assist Craftsperson - provide assistance to craftspersons through full range of Electrical, Mechanical and Building duties where applicable.
  • Plant Room & Workshop Duties be responsible for keeping the plant rooms clean and tidy, free of rubbish and trip hazards.
  • Undertake any duties which may arise and may reasonably be deemed to be within the scope of the post
  • Undertake training which the management requires that would enhance and develop the post holder
Person SpecificationKnowledge & ExperienceEssential
  • Basic demonstrable Engineering/Building maintenance experience in an industrial/commercial environment or other related demonstrable experience with transferable skills.
Desirable
  • Proven knowledge of electrical and/or mechanical systems
  • Demonstrable experience of working in a hospital environment
QualificationsEssential
  • GCSE qualification (Grades A-C/4-9) in English & Maths (or equivalent level of qualification) or equivalent demonstrable experience gained within a working environment.
Desirable
  • First aid training
Aptitude & AbilitiesEssential
  • Good communication skills
  • Good team player
  • Able to work in confined spaces
  • Willing to learn
Person SpecificationKnowledge & ExperienceEssential
  • Basic demonstrable Engineering/Building maintenance experience in an industrial/commercial environment or other related demonstrable experience with transferable skills.
Desirable
  • Proven knowledge of electrical and/or mechanical systems
  • Demonstrable experience of working in a hospital environment
QualificationsEssential
  • GCSE qualification (Grades A-C/4-9) in English & Maths (or equivalent level of qualification) or equivalent demonstrable experience gained within a working environment.
Desirable
  • First aid training
Aptitude & AbilitiesEssential
  • Good communication skills
  • Good team player
  • Able to work in confined spaces
  • Willing to learn

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