General information
City/town: Sutton in Ashfield Job field: Other Operations External closing date: Friday, April 3, 2026 Type of contract: Permanent ID: 5986
Description and requirements
At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society.
You will be working in Building Services OU in Mansfield Hospital in Sutton in Ashford in where we are responsible for creating healthy workplaces, comfortable homes and efficient facilities that improve people’s lives. Through collaboration and innovation, we deliver high-quality solutions that make a lasting, positive impact for people and communities.
We are currently looking for a Maintenance Assistant (Fire Damper and Fan Coil Unit) who will efficiently and effectively carry out planned, breakdown and emergency maintenance of a wide range of engineering or building related services, fabric and finishes, either in support of a craftsperson or when working on an individual basis.
As the Maintenance Assistant (Fire Damper and Fan Coil Unit), you will:
1. Complete documentation as part of the record systems management requirements.
2. Completion of tasks either as part of the reactive or planned work programme to a high standard associated with Trust sites.
3. Assisting with the maintenance and testing of the fire alarm systems and attending when alarms are activated.
4. Perform visual inspections and functional drop tests; reset and verify free movement.
5. Clean damper blades/frames and remove obstructions; lubricate where manufacturer guidance permits.
We are looking for:
6. Hold a full UK driving licence.
7. Possess knowledge of building services and general building maintenance.
8. Have completed recognised training at Assistant Craft Level.
9. Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working within building and building services maintenance.
10. Evidence of working within acute health care premises would be advantageous.
11. Methodical approach to inspections, testing, and documentation.
What we offer:
12. 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
13. Financial wellbeing and employeeassistance
14. Professional development
15. Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity,dependentsand parental bereavement leave)
Inclusion and Diversity
We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way.
Flexible working
Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore.
Reasonable adjustments
Closing date
We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.
If this role would be of interest, please click apply and join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success – every step of the way.