Job summary
- Main area
- Maintenance
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent: On call requirements
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 279-6719144-FEB25
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- St Richard's Hospital, Chichester
- Town
- Chichester
- Salary
- £24,071 - £25,674 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 12/03/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Maintenance Assistant
Band 3
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
We have a great opportunity for you to assist in our hospitals buy supporting our busy Estates team. We are looking for Maintenance Assistant. You will be assisting with the maintenance and repair of a wide range of mechanical and electrical plant, equipment and services and minor building fabric repairs.
To work as a part of the wider Estates team to achieve site-wide engineering compliance, maintaining all building systems and achieving the wider strategic aims as set out by the site Head of Estates.
We offer extensive training and development opportunities, with access to courses and certifications to help advance your career. Alongside a comprehensive benefits package— including the NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave, and health and wellbeing programs—you can also earn additional income if you qualify to participate in the on-call rota, increasing your earning potential.
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to something truly meaningful.
The interviews will be held in person and a workplace-based assessment may be required.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will undertake Grounds keeping duties and assist in the repair, service and inspection of building, mechanical, electrical and their associated systems, in accordance with relevant legislative standards and operational procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients, public and staff.
- Interested in gardening and grounds maintenance
- Willing to work outside in all weathers
- Able to use tools, including power tools
- Physically fit for digging, lifting, carrying, etc
- Able to work flexibly, according to seasons and weather
- Working in a team
- Communication skills
- Practical skills
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate information pack - University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Maintain cleanliness and safety of St Richards Hospital grounds including, but not limited to, emptying bins, removal of vegetation including weeding/maintenance of hospital grounds.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of work areas and workshops. Carry out plant room cleaning and ensure all plant areas are maintained at all times.
• Complete regular utilities meter readings for water, gas, electricity.
• To record accurately and fully participate in the effective running of a Labour Management system. To keep accurate details of works completed including time, date, job content, location and materials used. Update logbooks, registers, and other statutory records.
• A set of tools appropriate to the duties of the post will be supplied and maintained by the post holder. Power tools and access equipment will be provided for which the post holder will be responsible for the maintenance and security.
• Attend training courses for engineering plant and equipment, statutory training sessions, seminars and courses for the purpose of self-development.
• The post holder must use the personal protection equipment provided and follow health and safety, COSHH and fire safety precautions and ensure that safe working practices are adhered to in compliance with HTM’s, HBN’s and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
Before applying for the position, ensure you read the job description and person specifications to see if they align with your qualifications and experience.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Consideration will be given to Candidates who can demonstrate relevant experience gained via previous employment history
- Experience in Gardening and Grounds Maintenance
Desirable criteria
- Have extensive knowledge of hospital operational estates issues, including an in depth understanding of maintenance procedures within a medical environment.
- Any mechanical, electrical or building qualifications
- NVQ 2 or equivalent knowledge and 2 years’ experience.
Skills
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Good interpersonal skills
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Kevin Haines
- Job title
- Workshop Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01243 788122
- Additional information
Estates Department,
St Richards Hospital,
Spitalfield Lane,
Chichester,
West Sussex,
PO19 6SE.
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