Job summary
This is a key role where you will deliver high-quality maintenance services in a healthcare environment, ensuring safety, compliance and excellent service standards.
Main duties of the job
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works
Responding to breakdowns and emergency call-outs
Ensuring all work is completed in line with statutory regulations and NHS standards
Maintaining accurate compliance documentation and records
Working collaboratively with the wider maintenance team and on-site stakeholders
Following company policies and procedures within a healthcare environment
About us
We are passionate about giving back - reinvesting in the NHS, supporting charitable causes, and working towards our ambition to become net zero carbon by 2050. We want every colleague to feel the work they do genuinely makes a difference.At NHS Property Services, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace.We encourage early applications, as we may close the vacancy early should we receive a high number of applications.Find out more about Life at NHSPS on our LinkedIn pageJob responsibilities
At NHS Property Services, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That's why we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Our People Strategy - Get, Grow and Keep Great People - focuses on building a values-driven culture where both colleagues and customers sit at the heart of everything we do.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Technician - Combustion to join our team, based at Steppingley Hospital covering multiple sites across Bedfordshire.
This is a key role where you will deliver high-quality maintenance services in a healthcare environment, ensuring safety, compliance and excellent service standards.
Salary & Benefits
Salary from £41,000 per annum (depending on experience)On-call allowance (rota-based)Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pmCompany van and tools providedFull-time, permanent role
What You'll Be Doing
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive worksResponding to breakdowns and emergency call-outsEnsuring all work is completed in line with statutory regulations and NHS standardsMaintaining accurate compliance documentation and recordsWorking collaboratively with the wider maintenance team and on-site stakeholdersFollowing company policies and procedures within a healthcare environment
Who We're Looking For
You are a reliable and experienced combustion professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality work.
You thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, understand the importance of safety and compliance, and bring a positive, proactive attitude to the team.
Essential Requirements
NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing & Heating (or equivalent)Domestic & commercial gas qualifications: CCN1, CENWAT, HTR1, CPA1, COCN1/CODNCO1, CIGA1, TPCP1AExperience working on commercial mechanical systemsStrong knowledge of mechanical and plumbing building servicesFull UK driving licence
Additional Requirements
Comfortable using technology to log and manage jobsWillingness to participate in an on-call rotaAbility to work independently and as part of a teamExperience within a similar environment (desirable)
Please note: DBS and DVLA checks will be required.
What We Can Offer You
We understand how important life is outside of work, so alongside a competitive salary we offer:
27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (with option to buy more)On-call allowance (rota dependent)Flexible/Smarter Working PolicyOngoing training via our Professional Excellence FrameworkSMART pension (up to 6% employer contributions)NHS retail discounts & Cycle to Work SchemeAccess to our Colleague Assistance Programme
An Organisation with a Purpose
We are passionate about giving back - reinvesting in the NHS, supporting charitable causes, and working towards our ambition to become net zero carbon by 2050. We want every colleague to feel the work they do genuinely makes a difference.At NHS Property Services, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace.We encourage early applications, as we may close the vacancy early should we receive a high number of applications.Find out more about Life at NHSPS on our LinkedIn pagePerson Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing & Heating (or equivalent)
- Domestic & commercial gas qualifications: CCN1, CENWAT, HTR1, CPA1, COCN1/CODNCO1, CIGA1, TPCP1A
Experience
Essential
- Experience working on commercial mechanical systems
- Strong knowledge of mechanical and plumbing building services
- Full UK driving licence
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
