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.
NHS Highland Estates Dept. requires a Maintenance Engineering Fitter/Craftsperson based at Lorn and Islands Hospital, Oban.
Applicants should have an appropriate and relevant trades qualification with significant experience in a maintenance environment.
Familiarity and use of computerised maintenance systems is desirable and a flexible approach to work is essential as is the willingness to work throughout Argyll & Bute HSCP.
The successful candidate will be required to participate on an on-call rota for Lorn and Islands Hospital, which will normally be 1 week in 4.
A full current driving licence is essential.
Starting salary is £30,353 per annum - 37 hrs per week, rising to £33,016. Payments for on-call are approx £216.63 per week on call.
There is also currently long term retention and recruitment premia attached of approx £3,900 per annum (although this is subject to regular review).
Informal enquiries to: Robert Wright
email: robert.wright2@nhs.scot
Tel: 01631 789023
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
* Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part-time hours will be adjusted on a pro-rated basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
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