Job Description

The postholder will report to the Estates Mechanical &

Electrical (M&E) Manager.



The postholder will possess the necessary skills and qualifications to ensure the safe and continuous operation of the Mechanical & Electrical Engineering services and building plant.



The postholder will be an integral member of the Maintenance Team and should be able to demonstrate leadership skills. This will involve planning, organising activities and working across trade groups and with contractors to provide an effective maintenance, repair and installation service which is responsive to the building users.



The postholder will be required to carry out technical fault diagnosis, repair and planned preventative maintenance work on all Trust mechanical, electrical, BMS services and related assets. Including any other local Trusts/organisations to which SCFT provides a service.

Please note:

Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role may not be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

Skilled Worker visa:

going rates for eligible occupation codes - GOV.UK

Health and Care Worker visa:

If you'll need to meet different salary requirements - GOV.UK



Able to diagnose faults of a complex and technical nature and carry out maintenance and repair work on mechanical and electronic plant and equipment including associated pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and electronic controls and instrumentation. Where applicable, provide the Estates M&E Manager with alternative options to remedy faults and repairs.



4. Assist the Estates M&E Manager in the operation of the Building Energy Management System (BEMS), including system interrogation and investigation/remedy of reported faults and alarms.

5. Use digital test and monitoring instruments for effective plant control, calibration and monitoring.

6. Assist the Estates M&E Manager and the Head of Estates Operations in surveying engineering plant and equipment for plant performance and condition, producing associated basic condition reports.

7. To assist the Estates M&E Manager in the planning and updating of the planned preventative maintenance system. Will adjust the programme in response to service needs.

8. Interpret and work from appropriate instructions, drawings and technical specifications.

9. To accurately record details of works completed including time, date, job content, location and materials used. Update logbooks, registers and other statutory records as directed by the Estates M&E Manager.

10. Assist other Estates staff as instructed by the Estates M&E Manager



We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.



Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.



Why work for us?

Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing Varied environments: community hospitals, patients' homes, and bases across Sussex Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement Excellent training, development, and research opportunities Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast

Our values -- Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence --guide everything we do.



We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.



This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.



For a comprehensive overview of the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Please note:

Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.