Maintenance Operative Plumbing

Job summary

The key function of the role is to support NHS Property Services in delivering building services maintenance and repairs across the NHS, to ensure buildings are maintained to the highest standards and to provide a safe and secure environment for visitors, customers, and employees.

Main duties of the job

Ensure compliance in accordance with all NHSPS Health, Safety & Wellbeing Policies, relevant NHSPS Technical Guidance, Process and Procedures, Statutory Regulations, Approved Codes of Practice and any applicable aspects of HTMs. Deliver Scheduled, Reactive and Remedial maintenance services as directed by the PPM planner (CAFM), helpdesk or Technical Services Supervisor, ensuring that operational standards are maintained at all times. To also support the work that is included in minor works mangers activities. Undertake routine repairs or minor works including joinery, painting and decoration, general building works, ground works or general plumbing. To maintain effective site log books at all NHS premises where required, ensuring that they are completed in a timely and accurate manner. Support the Projects/Construction team and Team Leader in delivering minor capital works to NHS premises. Complete suitable risk assessments prior to undertaki

About us

NHS Property Services Ltd is one of the largest property owners in the UK, with a £3 billion asset portfolio, some 4,000 properties, 5,600 employees and an annual income of over £700 million. Established in April 2013, the company is a limited company but also part of the wider NHS family. Having inherited responsibility for the facilities and property management functions previously managed by NHS primary care trusts and strategic health authorities, we own and run properties that range from listed buildings and former workhouses through to award-winning, state-of-the-art integrated health campuses. Our aim is to deliver a fit for purpose estate in partnership with NHS organisations, generating cost efficiencies that will benefit our tenants, patients and the wider health economy.

Job 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 - is all about building a valuesdriven culture where colleagues and customers are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a skilled and reliable Maintenance Operative (Plumbing) to join our team, based from Swindon Health centre with travel across multiple sites covering Wiltshire and Bath.

Salary starting from £30,000 per annum

37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00

NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing is essential

Standard DBS is required

Full driving licence required (mobile role)

On call allowance + Van and tools provided.

Permanent contract

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality reactive and planned maintenance across a healthcare estate. Key Responsibilities

This role will deliver a full plumbing maintenance service within NHS Property Services premises, including:

Completing general plumbing maintenance tasks

Undertaking Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)

Responding to reactive plumbing repairs as required

Support with general fabric maintenance tasks (e.g. minor repairs, fixtures, fittings)

Ensuring compliance with health and safety, statutory requirements, and internal procedures

Participate in the on-call rota

Working collaboratively with the wider Estates & Facilities team

What We're Looking For

Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing.

Experience in commercial maintenance, ideally within healthcare.

We are committed to supporting further development and can provide training opportunities for the right candidate. What We Can Offer You We understand how important life is outside of work so, as well as a competitive salary, we also offer:

27 days annual leave + 8 days bank holiday, with the option to buy additional leave.

Smarter Working Policy, supporting flexible working where roleappropriate.

Training and development opportunities through our Professional Excellence Framework.

SMART Pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution.

Access to NHS retail discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and a range of flexible benefits.

Colleague Assistance Programme supporting your wellbeing.

An Organisation With Purpose We are passionate about giving back - putting money back into the NHS, supporting charity partners, enabling colleagues to volunteer, and driving sustainability through our commitment to become net zero carbon by 2050. At NHS Property Services, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. Please let us know if you require any support or adjustments - we're here to help. We celebrate diversity and are working hard to build an environment where people love to work and feel empowered to reach their potential. We encourage early applications as we may close the vacancy if we receive a high volume of interest.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or higher BTEC/City & Guilds or equivalent.
• Formal apprenticeship or craft trained equivalent.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience working within a buildings maintenance environment.
• Previous experience of undertaking minor works and repairs.
• Working within the requirements of method statements or permit to work.
• Experience delivering maintenance services to a specification such as SFG20.