Pilgrims Hospices is looking for an experienced and efficient Maintenance Engineer to join our team, responsible for the reactive and planned maintenance of the buildings and estate at our Ashford Hospice.

ABOUT US

As an award-winning employer, Pilgrims provides end of life care services to patients and their families across east Kent.
Our commitment is to provide open, compassionate care and expertise for patients and their families – both in the community and in-patient units.

HOW TO APPLY

To learn more about this role, please download the full job description document as attached.
If you are interested in applying for the Maintenance Engineer role and wish to join our passionate team, please complete the online application form.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £8,961.20 per year

Benefits:

• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In perso

THE ROLE

The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for carrying out maintenance duties to support the smooth running of the Pilgrims Hospices site:

• Daily inspection of site and maintenance and repairs as required
• Care of Hospice gardens including liaison with a team of volunteer gardeners
• Redecoration/improvements to the building/estate
• Maintain accurate records in relation to fire, electrical and gas and water safety checks
• Portering duties as required which may include visits to pharmacy/hospital/banks/equipment moves/post runs

The post holder must ensure that maintenance is completed to a high standard, in line with standards expected within a healthcare environment.
This list is not exhaustive. Please see the Maintenance Engineer job description for the full list of duties and responsibilities.

To be successful in this role you should:

• Have experience of working in a facilities maintenance role
• Able to work effectively with minimum supervision
• Practical trade skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise a workload based on changing service needs
• Clean driving licence, able to drive cars and van