Maintenance Assistant

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EQUANS are looking for 2x Maintenance Assistants for our Pinderfield & Pontefract Hospital contract in Wakefield. This will be a permanent full-time role working 37.5 hours per week, with a competitive salary and benefits package.

About the Company

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees in more than 50 countries. We provide technical, FM, regeneration and energy services in the UK & Ireland, specialising in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. As part of the Bouygues Group, we help businesses, public sector organisations and government embrace the energy transition towards net zero.

General Overview

As part of the Technical Services team, the post holder will ensure the safe completion of repairs, minor planned installations, and maintenance work on a wide range of equipment, building fixtures and plant, to the highest of standards for our clients.

Responsibilities

Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities on lighting, water and heating services, and reactive repairs to building fabric such as plasterwork, floor coverings, and ceramic tiles as required. Work collaboratively with the wider M&E team and other trades, and undertake additional tasks as required.

Complexity

• Work with and assist electrical, mechanical, plumbing, joinery trade personnel as directed.
• Work and assist external contractors as required.
• Liaise with hospital staff on a daily basis.
• Carry out minor maintenance works and repairs to mechanical, electrical, plumbing and joinery equipment (e.g., blocked sinks, toilets, lamp replacement, general repairs to fixtures and fittings, minor redecoration).
• Conduct HTM 04-01 Legionella and water hygiene checks.
• Perform general labouring duties and other works commensurate with the grade, personal abilities and experience.
• Maintain records and complete service reports as appropriate.
• Adhere to H&S policies and comply with Safe Systems of work, and statutory regulations such as Health & Safety, COSHH, etc.
• Maintain, adjust and operate associated trades machinery.
• Assist in maintaining accurate work and maintenance records.

The MA role may require participation on a shift roster, including unsocial hours (shift allowance paid). The post holder is responsible for reporting any accidents, complaints, equipment defects, near misses, and untoward incidents following WQUANS procedure.

Qualifications or Required Experience

• Basic education to GCSE/\’O\’ Level in Maths and English or equivalent.
• Previous experience of general maintenance (beneficial).
• Previous experience in a similar role (desirable, but not essential).
• C&G Certificate – Inspection and testing of Portable Electrical Appliances (desirable).
• Must have or be able to obtain Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

What can we offer you?

• 24 days annual leave, increasing to 25 after 1 year’s service (+ public holidays).
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary.
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year.
• Broad range of learning opportunities, including professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes.
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme.
• Access to our growing employee networks (WiE, RISE, LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN, Disability Network).
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to a mental wellbeing app.

Inclusion & Equality

Equal opportunities are core to what we do. If you join Equans, you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll benefit from our expanding employee networks and are encouraged to be part of a diverse workforce that delivers better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders.

How to Apply

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress. A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and get in touch. Please note that you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Certain roles may require a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. Agency involvement is not required; all related enquiries must go to the Resourcing Team.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Building Structure and Exterior Contractors