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Reference: 2374508
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 undertaking works and undertake works as per instructions within any relevant permit or work plan. Understand the principles of fire risk assessment and relevant precautions within the workplace. Record and report any risk, loss or defect to the Technical Services Supervisor or helpdesk as appropriate for corrective action.
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.
Details
Date posted
30 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£30,000 to £30,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
012777
Job locations
Link avenue
Swindon
SN5 7DL
United Kingdom
Job description
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.
Job description
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.
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.
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.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Property Services Ltd
Address
Link avenue
Swindon
SN5 7DL
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
NHS Property Services Ltd
Address
Link avenue
Swindon
SN5 7DL
United Kingdom