Job Description

Multi-skilled Maintenance Technician - Mechanical Bias
To carry out the repair, maintenance or installation of all plant, equipment, systems and building structure/fabric associated with all Trust properties. This will consist of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), testing and calibration, fault finding, emergency response, defect correction and minor works. This work will be undertaken on a partial shift system.
Please note that this advertised vacancy does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa and therefore HUTH would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role
Main duties of the job
The suitable candidates shall have successfully completed a recognised mechanical craft apprenticeship or relevant experience
All applicants shall have suitable relevant maintenance experience (previous NHS experience would be an advantage) and be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation and Safe Working Practices.
The role will involve routine maintenance, installation and repair work on a wide range of mechanical engineering systems.

• Domestic hot and cold water systems and plumbing services.
• Steam boilers, steam and condensate systems.
• Low temperature hot water heating systems, pumps and controls.
• Ventilation, air handling and chilled water systems.
• Hydrotherapy pool and water treatment plant maintenance.
• Compressed air systems.
• Site transport vehicle maintenance.
• Legionella and pseudomonas control.
• Compliance with current water regulations.
• Medical gas systems

The successful candidate will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota and a partial shift system. Must be able to attend within 30 minutes
The post is site based but the successful candidate may be required to work at any Trust property and therefore are required to hold a full driving licence.
About us
The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community Partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over 1.3 billion.
Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve.
Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital, for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH.
As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology.
We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership and our community.
Details
Date posted
14 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
31,049 to 37,796 a year PRO RATA
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
356-25-7539757
Job locations
hull royal infirmary
anlaby road
Hull
HU3 2JZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached and Person Specification.
Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached and Person Specification.
Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential

• Recognized trade apprenticeship
• BTEC/HNC/Diploma in Building or Engineering or equivalent City & Guilds qualification
• Intermediate practical and theoretical knowledge

Desirable

• Additional trade relevant certification e.g. Refrigeration, Pressure Systems, Fixed Wiring. Accredited HTM Competent Person Course. Resuscitation/First Aid Training.
• Resuscitation/First Aid Training
• Infection Control Awareness Training

Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential

• Post apprenticeship experience in non-routine maintenance of complex engineering plant and equipment
• Broad understanding of other trade disciplines.
• Experience of liaison with and supervising building and engineering contractors.

Desirable

• Computer systems experience.
• Previous experience in a hospital maintenance

Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Essential

• Good communication and inter-personal skills.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in difficult environments and under pressure

Desirable

• Knowledge of statutory legislation and relevant Codes of Practice.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety Policy and Safe Working Procedures

Special Attributes and other
Essential

• Understand and analyse complex engineering systems and drawings
• Good planning skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft software and general computer literacy.

Desirable

• Lifting & Handling Training.
• Fire Training.
• Confined Space Training
• Asbestos Awareness Training.

Other Requirements
Essential

• Hold a full valid driving licence.
• Must be able to participate in an emergency on call rota

Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential

• Recognized trade apprenticeship
• BTEC/HNC/Diploma in Building or Engineering or equivalent City & Guilds qualification
• Intermediate practical and theoretical knowledge

Desirable

• Additional trade relevant certification e.g. Refrigeration, Pressure Systems, Fixed Wiring. Accredited HTM Competent Person Course. Resuscitation/First Aid Training.
• Resuscitation/First Aid Training
• Infection Control Awareness Training

Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential

• Post apprenticeship experience in non-routine maintenance of complex engineering plant and equipment
• Broad understanding of other trade disciplines.
• Experience of liaison with and supervising building and engineering contractors.

Desirable

• Computer systems experience.
• Previous experience in a hospital maintenance

Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Essential

• Good communication and inter-personal skills.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in difficult environments and under pressure

Desirable

• Knowledge of statutory legislation and relevant Codes of Practice.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety Policy and Safe Working Procedures

Special Attributes and other
Essential

• Understand and analyse complex engineering systems and drawings
• Good planning skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft software and general computer literacy.

Desirable

• Lifting & Handling Training.
• Fire Training.
• Confined Space Training
• Asbestos Awareness Training.

Other Requirements
Essential

• Hold a full valid driving licence.
• Must be able to participate in an emergency on call rota

Skills Required