Maintenance Assistant

at  University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.
We are looking to recruit a maintenance assistant into our team at University Hospital Southampton Foundation NHS Trust.

The ideal candidate will gain experience working on the following systems.

• 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.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities;

• 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 skill set and knowledge

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.
Specific to this role is the suitability for agile working which is a mixture of on-site and remote working. In addition, we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service. UHS employees can 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.

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
The role will include comprehensive training to allow effective delivery of the role. The right candidate will also find opportunities to undertake formal engineering qualifications to allow progression to higher roles such as electrician or mechanical fitter.
The Estates Maintenance department has a demonstrable track record in developing staff to enhance personal learning through training and promotional opportunities. 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 of service)
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.
For additional information, please refer to the job description and person specification