Maintenance Craftsperson (XN04)

Job summary

Were looking for someone with a mechanical engineering background, willing to build upon their skills in a learning and development role. A chance for both training and advancement to support long-term future planning.

You will be at the forefront of a dynamic team solving complex problems, repairs and installation work in a collaborative environment.

The Estates Mechanical Craftsperson is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of all facilities, plant and equipment. From fault finding, repairs and installation, you'll play an essential role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and functionality of our facilities.

Responsible for ensuring safe systems of work are maintained in line with HTM by carrying out Competent Person Duties for Lifts, Ventilation Systems, Medical Gases, etc following training, assessment, and formal appointment.

The role is intended to develop an individuals learning and experience, support core qualifications with additional further training and development over a fixed period to fulfil the requirements of a Maintenance Technician. The role has a dual aim, to enhance the individuals current learning qualifications and support the learning with practical experience.

The job package includes: -

Salary pro rata Band 4 £27,485 to £30,162

Annual leave - 27 days per annum + statutory bank holidays rising to 33 days with service.

Training

Contributory pension scheme.

On-site childcare provision

Salary sacrifice schemes

Main duties of the job

This role provides the following services to the Trust: -

Plan own on-going maintenance work including problem solving of technical issues and fault diagnosis.

Learn new techniques and undergo training as necessary to obtain the qualifications/experience for the band 5 Technicians role.

Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance and Day to Day duties involving the maintenance of all types of plant, equipment and installations, including boilers, water testing and stripping down boilers for insurance inspections

Recording, updating and auditing estates records and assisting in the compilation of Plant Histories.

Give assistance in carrying out surveys for future maintenance, alterations or improvements including the preparation and compilation of technical reports.

Maintenance and repair to building sanitary and water distribution systems.

Competent Person duties for working on mechanical systems Ventilation, water and Medical gases. Instruct others on aspects of his/her work relating to their core trade.

Participate in appropriate on-call/shift rotas, subject to appropriate negotiations, and be prepared to work such hours that may be required in an emergency.

Any other duties as may be reasonably required by line management commensurate with the grades of the post.

About us

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one of the largest employers in Leeds, employing over 20,000 staff and providing care to 1.6 million patients every year. The Estates and Facilities team keep the Trust's sites running and manage one of the largest estate portfolios across the NHS. With over 2,300 staff, we provide a range of Estates & Facilities management services and ensure our buildings and environments are fit for purpose, clean and safe.

Whether we're cleaning wards, maintaining buildings, monitoring environmental impact, providing staff childcare, delivering hot meals to patients, or patrolling our sites, we support the delivery of patient care. Guided by our Leeds Way Values, we are committed to creating the best place to work and being the employer of choice for estates and facilities in the region.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.

Expected Shortlisting Date

19/08/2025

Planned Interview Date

26/08/2025

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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