NHS Property Services Ltd

Maintenance Operative Plumbing

The closing date is 13 April 2026

Job summary

The key function 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 line with all processes/procedures and policies that meets organisational standards/requirements including but not limited to our Health & Safety Policy/HTMs (Health Technical Memoranda) and SFG20. Undertake routine planned and reactive maintenance service as instructed by the Team Leader, ensuring that operational standards are maintained at all times. To also support the work that is included in minor work. 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 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

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, 5,300 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

08 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£29,000 to £29,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

012009

Job locations

vicarage lane

Preston

PR2 8DW


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 have a permanent Maintenance Operative (Plumbing) role to join our team supporting multiple sites across Leyland, Chorley, Preston and Blackpool, with a base at Preston Healthport.

  • £29,000 per annum (starting salary)
  • On call allowance
  • Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00
  • Permanent contract
  • NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing required
  • Key Responsibilities This role will deliver a full plumbing maintenance service within NHS Property Services premises, including:
  • Completing general plumbing maintenance tasks
  • Undertaking Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
  • Responding to reactive plumbing repairs as required
  • Ensuring compliance with health and safety, statutory requirements, and internal procedures
  • Working collaboratively with the wider Estates & Facilities team
  • This position is purely plumbing-focused - no multiskilled requirement. Driving licence is essential. Where You'll Be You will work across the following NHSPS sites:
  • Leyland
  • Chorley
  • Preston (base: Preston Healthport)
  • Blackpool
  • What We Can Offer You We understand how important life is outside of work so, as well as a competitive salary, we will also offer:
  • 27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave
  • Smarter Working Policy, empowering you to choose how and where you work according to your daily activity (where applicable)
  • Training and development opportunities through our Professional Excellence Framework
  • SMART Pension with up to 6% company contribution
  • A range of flexible benefits, including NHS retail discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Access to our Colleague Assistance Programme for support across all areas of life
  • Van & tools provided
  • An Organisation with Purpose We are passionate about giving back - reinvesting into the NHS, raising funds for our charity partner, supporting colleague volunteering, and working towards our commitment to become net zero carbon by 2050. At NHS Property Services, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace. We encourage early applications as the vacancy may close sooner if a high volume of interest is received.

    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 have a permanent Maintenance Operative (Plumbing) role to join our team supporting multiple sites across Leyland, Chorley, Preston and Blackpool, with a base at Preston Healthport.

  • £29,000 per annum (starting salary)
  • On call allowance
  • Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00
  • Permanent contract
  • NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing required
  • Key Responsibilities This role will deliver a full plumbing maintenance service within NHS Property Services premises, including:
  • Completing general plumbing maintenance tasks
  • Undertaking Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
  • Responding to reactive plumbing repairs as required
  • Ensuring compliance with health and safety, statutory requirements, and internal procedures
  • Working collaboratively with the wider Estates & Facilities team
  • This position is purely plumbing-focused - no multiskilled requirement. Driving licence is essential. Where You'll Be You will work across the following NHSPS sites:
  • Leyland
  • Chorley
  • Preston (base: Preston Healthport)
  • Blackpool
  • What We Can Offer You We understand how important life is outside of work so, as well as a competitive salary, we will also offer:
  • 27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave
  • Smarter Working Policy, empowering you to choose how and where you work according to your daily activity (where applicable)
  • Training and development opportunities through our Professional Excellence Framework
  • SMART Pension with up to 6% company contribution
  • A range of flexible benefits, including NHS retail discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Access to our Colleague Assistance Programme for support across all areas of life
  • Van & tools provided
  • An Organisation with Purpose We are passionate about giving back - reinvesting into the NHS, raising funds for our charity partner, supporting colleague volunteering, and working towards our commitment to become net zero carbon by 2050. At NHS Property Services, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace. We encourage early applications as the vacancy may close sooner if a high volume of interest is received.

    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 maintaining services to 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 maintaining services to 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

    vicarage lane

    Preston

    PR2 8DW


    Employer's website

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

    Employer details

    Employer name

    NHS Property Services Ltd

    Address

    vicarage lane

    Preston

    PR2 8DW


    Employer's website

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

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Talent acquisition

    Talent acquisition team

    Careers@property.nhs.uk

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    Details

    Date posted

    08 April 2026

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    £29,000 to £29,000 a year

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    012009

    Job locations

    vicarage lane

    Preston

    PR2 8DW


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