Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical)

Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical)

The closing date is 16 April 2026

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, conscientious and dedicated maintenance craftsperson (Mechanical) to join a team of engineering craftsperson responsible for the maintenance and repair of mechanical plant and equipment at buildings maintained by CHoICE Facilities Services. The role will require the post holder to undertake the role of Competent Person (CP) as defined within Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) 00 for multiple engineer services and support CHoICE to meet its statutory, mandatory and best practice commitments to its existing partners.

As part of the role, the post holder will be required to be flexible and have a wide ranging knowledge of mechanical systems to ensure maintenance, repair and installation activities can be completed in the most efficient and effective manner whilst providing the best possible services. The role involves operating and maintaining large scale mechanical systems, including AHUs, LTHW systems, steam plant, pressure systems, medical gas system, refrigeration plant and BMS control.

The role will also require participation in the current CFS rolling 365 days shift pattern/system, as well as an on‑call rota and overtime when the service needs dictate. Appropriate payments will be made.

Main duties of the job

All applicants must have a positive, friendly and co‑operative manner while being prepared to be flexible to meet the service needs of the Trust. The role requires initiative in problem‑solving scenarios and the ability to adapt to changing demands. The post holder will provide technical advice, guidance and supervision to other CFS staff, contractors and Trust colleagues.

Successful applicants will have knowledge of electrical systems and detailed knowledge of mechanical and plumbing systems typically found within an NHS Trust. A City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 in mechanical engineering or equivalent, plus a formally recognised, relevant and accredited apprenticeship, is essential.

Expected earnings is not intended to provide a guarantee of earnings.

The base salary is £33,127 – £40,327. Additional monetary rewards will be generated through on‑call rota, shift rota and overtime (call‑outs / planned / emergency).

About us

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust. CHoICE provides a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions, including cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists.

Commitment, Care and Compassion – our team contributes to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that offers opportunities to grow and develop. Many staff work flexibly, including part‑time, and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including a Fitness Centre, cycle‑to‑work scheme and access to a Care Coordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

We welcome all applications regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and in particular those from under‑represented groups.

If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Job responsibilities

To undertake actual maintenance and installation work/activities across the whole range of engineering services managed/maintained by CFS. This includes surveys, inspections, fault finding, servicing and rectification of engineering system faults, with technical advice, guidance and supervision to other CFS staff, contractors and Trust colleagues.

The post holder will also participate in the current CFS shift pattern, on‑call rota and undertake overtime as required, with appropriate payments.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold requirements. Applicants should consider this when making their application. Please visit Gov.UK for further information.

Person Specification

Experience

• Knowledge and experience of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing systems typically found within a large NHS Acute Trust
• Detailed knowledge and experience of mechanical system requirements and regulations typical of large NHS Acute Trust acquired through qualifications and relevant experience
• Complex fault diagnosis required, interpreting technical issues and formulating technical solutions to improve performance and maintain the service
• Suitable and sufficient experience as a competent person to a level able to accept a permit to work from an authorised person
• Experience of working within an NHS Hospital Environment
• Experience of operating Building Management Systems (BMS)

Physical Skills

• Is able to travel and work at all Trust sites
• Is able to undertake moderate physical activities for long periods throughout a typical working day
• Is able to complete tasks that require short intensive bursts of effort before returning to moderate physical activity
• Undertakes regular moving and handling activities
• Requisite for highly developed physical dexterity, hand and eye coordination and manipulation of fine tools

Qualifications

• Basic numeracy & literacy skills to level 1 or equivalent
• Basic IT Skills
• BTEC/ONC, City & Guilds or NVQ level 3 or equivalent in suitable engineering related discipline
• Completion of recognised and accredited apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline
• Completion of specialist engineering related training via formulated training or suitable experience
• City & Guilds Quarterly testing of large porous load sterilisers
• City & Guilds Quarterly Testing of Washers Disinfectors
• HVAC Competent Person Certificate

Skills and Knowledge

• Able to use own initiative when undertaking a range of problem‑solving scenarios to allow for a satisfactory completion
• Ability to adapt to changing demands of the role, including reaction to emergency situations
• Able to prioritise own workload and others’ workloads ensuring high quality patient care and SLA targets are met
• Regularly provide and receive routine information and occasionally complex or sensitive information with Estate work colleagues, other Trust colleagues and external Trust/CFS contacts
• Self‑motivated with a desire to improve current practices
• Understand and sympathise with issues relating to clinical staff/patients where Estate works have an impact on the clinical environment
• Able to operate and use computer systems such as electronic asbestos register, labour management system, pneumatic tube system, building management system, fire alarm systems
• Able to adopt a flexible approach to working hours and on‑call shift requirements
• Knowledge of HTMs
• Knowledge of planned preventative maintenance systems
• Knowledge of building management systems (BMS)

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.

Employer name

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

£33,127 to £40,327 a year. Expected earnings £37,627 – £44,827.