Shift Maintenance Assistant

About this job

Equans is looking for a Shift Maintenance Assistant to join our team at Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) in Smethwick.

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), Smethwick

Hours: 40.25 hours per week (full time)

Shift Pattern: 2 days on (7am 7pm), 2 nights on (7pm 7am), 4 days off.

Salary: £22,568 to £26,400 per year, dependent upon skills and experience.

Responsibilities

• First response to reactive jobs and tasks such as ventilation grille cleans, light cleans, unblocking toilets, meter readings, etc., in accordance with standards, operational procedures, legislation, and guidance.
• Respond to BMS alerts and phone calls during night shift, acting as the initial point of contact.
• Assess the nature of the issue, allocate tasks to appropriate team members, and complete necessary documentation.
• Ensure all records are handed over to the Helpdesk team at the start of their shift to support effective service continuity.
• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks across the site in accordance with the PPM programme and personal competence and training.

Qualifications

• Previous work within a maintenance environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, including ventilation, pumps, compressors, boilers, medical gases, heating systems, and domestic hot and cold water systems.
• Desirable: Experience in a healthcare maintenance environment.
• DBS Standard check - ability to pass is essential.

Benefits

• Up to £26,400 per annum, plus shift allowance.
• 24 days annual leave.
• Life cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary.
• Employee discount schemes on major brands and retailers.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year.
• Broad range of learning opportunities including professional qualifications, training, and personalized support programmes.
• Employee referral rewards scheme.
• Access to growing employee networks.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and mental wellbeing app.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010.