Maintenance Assistant Higher inSouthampton inSouthampton PUBLISHED 3 DEC 2023

Band 3: £24,071 to £25,674 a year pa or pa pro rata  PERMANENT 

What we are looking for

  • To be able to understand and clarify detailed instructions, interpret operational manuals, finding and demonstrate the best solutions.
  • Analytical and judgement skills
  • Manage own workload, prioritising work and response times
  • Work independently, without direct supervision or as part ofa team and where appropriate, identify any deficiencies and reportthem to the appropriate team leader so there is minimum disruption whilst carrying out work.
  • Demonstrate own activities to less experienced or newemployees and support the induction of new starters.
  • Take responsibility for the collection of materials andconsumables from suppliers, as required.
  • To work safely with tools ensuring a controlled workingarea, in accordance with Health & Safety Regulations, and site-specific protocols.
  • To have a good understanding of all aspects of fire safety.
  • Participate in extended hours activity via rostered overtime.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.

The Estates Maintenance Department is looking to recruit a Maintenance Assistant Higher to join our dedicated team at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust. We operate across Southampton General Hospital and Princess Anne Hospital, this is a large static site. You will work with a team of Assistants and trades staff and assist in the repair and maintenance of various systems throughout the hospital.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting band 2 maintenance assistants
  • Plumbing and drainage
  • Boilers/calorifiers.
  • Nurse call, portable equipment testing
  • Ventilation
  • Lamp/fluorescent tube replacement
  • Minor building fabric repairs
  • Decoration of small areas/rooms as they become available
  • Hanging/rehanging of notice boards/whiteboards
  • General maintenance related cleaning duties
  • Providing backup for craftsmen/contractors
  • Other specialist duties may also be required after appropriate training.

What we are looking for

  • To be able to understand and clarify detailed instructions, interpret operational manuals, finding and demonstrate the best solutions.
  • Analytical and judgement skills
  • Manage own workload, prioritising work and response times
  • Work independently, without direct supervision or as part ofa team and where appropriate, identify any deficiencies and reportthem to the appropriate team leader so there is minimum disruption whilst carrying out work.
  • Demonstrate own activities to less experienced or newemployees and support the induction of new starters.
  • Take responsibility for the collection of materials andconsumables from suppliers, as required.
  • To work safely with tools ensuring a controlled workingarea, in accordance with Health & Safety Regulations, and site-specific protocols.
  • To have a good understanding of all aspects of fire safety.
  • Participate in extended hours activity via rostered overtime.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.

The Estates Maintenance Department is looking to recruit a Maintenance Assistant Higher to join our dedicated team at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust. We operate across Southampton General Hospital and Princess Anne Hospital, this is a large static site. You will work with a team of Assistants and trades staff and assist in the repair and maintenance of various systems throughout the hospital.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting band 2 maintenance assistants
  • Plumbing and drainage
  • Boilers/calorifiers.
  • Nurse call, portable equipment testing
  • Ventilation
  • Lamp/fluorescent tube replacement
  • Minor building fabric repairs
  • Decoration of small areas/rooms as they become available
  • Hanging/rehanging of notice boards/whiteboards
  • General maintenance related cleaning duties
  • Providing backup for craftsmen/contractors
  • Other specialist duties may also be required after appropriate training.



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