Job Description

• Week 3: Monday to Tuesday, 14:00 to 22:00, and Friday to Sunday, 22:00 to 06:00
• Week 4: Monday to Thursday, 22:00 to 06:00
• 12.75 to 13.60 per hour, plus 189.64 per week shift allowance for unsocial hours, see rota above
• 27 days of Holidays per year
• Location is Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Hospital, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WL

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Job Introduction
Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.
As a Shift Maintenance Assistant at Sodexo, we're looking for someone who keeps things running smoothly, the one who knows how to solve problems, offer expert advice, and ensure the hospital estate operates at its best. As a Shift Maintenance Assistant at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Hospital, you'll be the go to expert for technical support and maintenance. You belong across equipment, building systems, and utility services.
Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
What You'll Do:

• Perform basic plumbing tasks, including unblocking drains, fixing minor leaks, and maintaining taps, sinks, and toilets.
• Carry out routine electrical and lighting duties such as replacing lamps, fitting plug tops, and maintaining light fittings and shades.
• Complete general maintenance tasks including fitting door hardware, mounting signs and pictures, oiling/greasing equipment, and undertaking basic painting, decorating, and plastering.
• Clean various areas and equipment, including high level brackets, overhangs, plant rooms, workshops, machinery, and entrance areas; remove debris as required.
• Handle, repair, or arrange repairs for items like TVs and ward toasters, including transporting them between wards and repair services.
• Respond to emergencies, analyse and report faults, commission new equipment, and carry out surveys or audits related to own work.
• Communicate and collaborate with colleagues, provide routine information, support new starters, process timesheets, and organise daily workload.
• Ensure safe use of personal equipment, follow hospital policies, and apply knowledge of procedures to resolve straightforward job related issues.

What You Bring:

• Relevant experience or training, including safe use of tools and basic workshop safety.
• Able to work independently and maintain good standards of productivity.
• Willing to undertake further training and understand links between maintenance trades.
• Mechanical aptitude with hand tools; able to carry out basic emergency repairs.
• Effective communication and teamwork across different trades.
• Self motivated, professional, and able to interact well with staff and the public.
• Useful knowledge of other trades (e.g., electrical, plumbing, joinery); maintenance experience preferred.
• Able to communicate clearly and handle emotionally challenging situations.

What we offer:
Working at Sodexo isn't just a job, it's a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice and personal support)
• Free health and wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme and volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.
We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications - so don't wait!
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of Onsite Food and FM Services, Benefits and Rewards Services and Personal and Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Sodexo Disability Network Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents and Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
Sodexo Disability, Ability Network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
Attached documents
Salary 12.75 to 13.60 per hour plus 189.64 per week shift allowance for unsocial hours (rota below).
Frequency Hourly
Job Reference SDX/TP/1941226/151419
Contract Type Permanent - Full Time
Closing Date 17 December, 2025
Job Category Maintenance and Engineering
Business Unit UK Healthcare - Frontline
Location Manchester, United Kingdom
No. of positions 1
Posted on 03 December, 2025

Skills Required