Job summary
- Main area
- Maintenance
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent: On call requirements
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (37.5 hrs per week 08.00 to 16.30 Monday to Thursday with 1 hour for dinner; Friday 08.00 to 16.00 with a half an hour for dinner)
- Job ref
- 279-7028229-MAR25
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Worthing
- Town
- Worthing
- Salary
- £24,071 - £25,674 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 23/03/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Maintenance Assistant
Band 3
ÌýAbout our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the , we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
ÌýOur hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our .Ìý In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourÌý for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.Ìý
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.Ìý
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Job overview
We have a fantastic opportunity for you to assist our hospitals as a Maintenance Assistant, supporting our busy Estates team. You will be assisting with the maintenance and repair of a wide range of mechanical and electrical plants, equipment and services and minor building fabric repairs.Ìý
To work as a part of the wider Estates team to achieve site-wide engineering compliance, maintaining all building systems and achieving the wider strategic aims as set out by the site Head of Estates.Ìý
We offer extensive training and development opportunities, with access to courses and certifications to help advance your career, alongside a comprehensive benefits package— including the NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave, and health and wellbeing programs— you can also earn additional income if you qualify to participate in the on-call rota, increasing your earning potential.Ìý
This is a great opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to something truly meaningful.Ìý
Before applying for the position, please review the job description and person specifications to ensure your qualifications and experience meet the required criteria.Ìý
ÌýNote in advanceÌý
The interviews will be held in person and a workplace-based assessment may be required.Ìý
Main duties of the job
Carry out routine work such as:Ìý
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Plant room checks and reporting of defectsÌý
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Change of filters on AirÌýHandlingÌýUnitsÌý
-
Clearing drain blockagesÌý
-
Replacement of lampsÌý
-
Checking condition of fire doorsÌý
-
Planned Maintenance tasksÌý
-
Painting and replacing locksÌý
-
Investigation and rectification of minor faultsÌý
-
Generally,ÌýassistÌýcraftspersonsÌýin their workÌýÌý
-
Other semi-skilled mechanical, electrical and buildings repairsÌýor maintenance (within the job holder’s competence and capabilities) as may beÌýdeterminedÌýand directed by Trust Estates officers andÌýteam leaders/supervisors.Ìý
-
Water system flushing for Legionella controlÌý
-
Water sampling for legionella control (once trained and qualified)Ìý
-
Change taps, showers, minor cooper pipeÌýwork alterationsÌýandÌýdrainageÌýpipeworkÌý
-
AssistÌýwith isolation as directed on mechanical ventilation systemsÌý
-
AssistÌýwith medical gas systems works under direction (following training)Ìý
-
First response air conditioning checksÌý
-
To be prepared toÌýworkÌý outsideÌýnormal working (core) hoursÌý(overtime)Ìýwhen required (for emergencies or to complete works that for operational reasons cannot be carried out during normal working hours)Ìý
-
To work as part of the out of hours ‘on-call’ rotaÌý
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourÌý for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.Ìý
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.Ìý
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
CommunicationÌýand RelationshipÌýÌý
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Establish and develop effective communications with all stakeholders, both internal and externalÌý
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Ensuring verbal and written complaints areÌýassistedÌýwith effectively and that any remedial action is undertakenÌýis reported to senior team members for evaluationÌýÌý
Knowledge, Training and ExperienceÌý
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This is an entry level role soÌýpreviousÌýexperience is not necessaryÌý
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PreviousÌýexperience in a similar role is desirableÌý
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Must show demonstrable aptitude for the roleÌý
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Any maintenance, building or engineering qualifications would be desirableÌý
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Must show good attitude with desire to undertake training asÌýrequiredÌýfrom the outsetÌý
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ToÌýmaintainÌýup to date skills and knowledge,Ìýand attend on-going training and development courses asÌýdeemedÌýnecessary by the Trust.ÌýThis will ensureÌýÌýthat the job holder can undertake the full roles and responsibilities of their post andÌýmaintainÌýcurrent and up to date knowledge.Ìý
Analytical and JudgementalÌý
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Ability toÌýassistÌýin decision makingÌýwith regard toÌýsolving maintenance issuesÌý
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Able to understand building systems andÌýidentifyÌýmaintenance or performance issuesÌý
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Ability to review system and compliance documentation and decide on a course of actionÌýÌý
Planning and OrganisationalÌý
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Able to organise and plan own workloadÌý
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Able toÌýassistÌýteam leaders and managers in the longer-Ìýterm planning of the Estates department assets and worksÌý
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Able to liaise withÌýrelevant stakeholders to arrange tasks and associated access asÌýrequiredÌýwithin a hospital environmentÌýÌý
Ìý
Service Delivery andÌýImprovementÌý
Carry out routine work such as:Ìý
-
Plant room checks and reporting of defectsÌý
-
Change of filters on AirÌýHandlingÌýUnitsÌý
-
Clearing drain blockagesÌý
-
Replacement of lampsÌý
-
Checking condition of fire doorsÌý
-
Planned Maintenance tasksÌý
-
Painting and replacing locksÌý
-
Investigation and rectification of minor faultsÌý
-
Generally,ÌýassistÌýcraftspersonsÌýin their workÌýÌý
-
Other semi-skilled mechanical, electrical and buildings repairsÌýor maintenance (within the job holder’s competence and capabilities) as may beÌýdeterminedÌýand directed by Trust Estates officers andÌýteam leaders/supervisors.Ìý
-
Water system flushing for Legionella controlÌý
-
Water sampling for legionella control (once trained and qualified)Ìý
-
Change taps, showers, minor cooper pipeÌýwork alterationsÌýandÌýdrainageÌýpipeworkÌý
-
AssistÌýwith isolation as directed on mechanical ventilation systemsÌý
-
AssistÌýwith medical gas systems works under direction (following training)Ìý
-
First response air conditioning checksÌý
-
To be prepared toÌýworkÌý outsideÌýnormal working (core) hoursÌý(overtime)Ìýwhen required (for emergencies or to complete works that for operational reasons cannot be carried out during normal working hours)Ìý
-
To work as part of the out of hours ‘on-call’ rotaÌý
Ìý
Please see job description & person specs for full details.Ìý
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Consideration will be given to Candidates who can demonstrate relevant experience gained via previous employment history
Desirable criteria
- Have extensive knowledge of hospital operational estates issues, including an in depth understanding of maintenance procedures within a medical environment.
- Any mechanical, electrical or building qualifications
- NVQ 2 or equivalent knowledge and 2 years’ experience.
Skills
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Good interpersonal skills
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Vance Walker
- Job title
- Workshop Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01903 285095
- Additional information
Between 9AM and 3PM
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