Job Summary
The Estates Maintenance Department at University Hospital's Bristol and Weston NHS Trust is looking for an experienced Mechanical Assistant based in Bristol.
Starting salary of £28,497 pro rata, plus overtime and unsocial enhancements, generous annual leave and pension.
Responsibilities
* Assist in the delivery of planned preventive maintenance regime as instructed by team leaders.
* React promptly to day‑to‑day breakdowns of mechanical equipment/assets to meet the Trust KPI's.
* Carry out minor repairs to cooling and heating systems (e.g., gasket repairs, replacements).
* Perform manual work safely and physically.
* Participate in LRTP lift release rota (training provided).
* Work rotating shifts (0700‑1700 or 0900‑1900).
Ideal Candidate
* Experience as domestic or commercial plumber in any setting.
* City & Guilds Mechanical/Plumbing qualification Level 2 or equivalent.
* Desire to work in a large healthcare environment.
Salary & Benefits
* Annual basic pay £28,497 – £30,158 plus unsocial overtime.
* Access to overtime pay.
* National leading discounts on shopping, holidays and insurance.
* 27 days + bank holidays annual leave, rising to 29 days and 33 days after long service.
About Us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute trusts in the country, with over 13,000 staff and 100 services across 10 sites, serving more than 500,000 people in the South West.
UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and is an equal opportunities employer.
Qualifications
* City and Guilds Level 2, Mechanical Maintenance NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.
* Part‑qualified craftsman (desirable).
Skills
* Good all‑round knowledge of building services.
* Proficient use of tools and test equipment.
* Current driving licence and willingness to drive a Trust vehicle.
Knowledge
* Flexible working across trade boundaries, customer skills, prioritisation.
* Experience in healthcare building maintenance (desirable).
Disclosure & Barring Service Check
Subject to DBS (formerly CRB) check as per Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
Employer Details
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address: Bristol Royal Infirmary, Upper Maudlin Street, Bristol, BS2 8HW
Website: https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/
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