NHS Property Services Ltd

Maintenance Operative Fabric

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.

Date posted

08 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£29,000 to £29,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

011592

Job locations

bewley drive

Liverpool

L32 9PF

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 (Fabric) role to join our team, based at South Dean Primary Care Resource Centre, covering the Liverpool & Cheshire (N6) region.

£29,000 per annum (starting salary)

Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00

Permanent contract

Company van & tools provided

Oncall allowance included

Key Responsibilities This role will deliver a full fabric maintenance service within NHS Property Services premises, ensuring safe, compliant and wellmaintained buildings across the region. Key responsibilities include:

Carrying out a wide range of fabric maintenance tasks, including basic carpentry and joinery

Completing both planned and reactive maintenance activities

Supporting fire door checks and repair work (desirable skill)

Ensuring all works meet statutory, regulatory and internal NHSPS standards

Representing the organisation professionally with a strong customerfocused approach

Working collaboratively with colleagues across multiple NHS sites in Liverpool & Cheshire

Where You'll Be Base location:

South Dean Primary Care Resource Centre

Operational patch:

Liverpool & Cheshire (N6 region)

What We're Looking For Essential

NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry & Joinery (suitable for fabric maintenance roles)

Experience in fabric maintenance

Ability to work independently across multiple sites

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Driving licence

Desirable

Experience working with fire doors

Firedoor maintenance qualifications

Behavioural Fit We are looking for someone who will complement the strong, supportive team culture already in place. You will be:

Positive, reliable and professional

Customerfocused and approachable

A team player who contributes to a healthy and motivated working environment

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 flexibility where appropriate

Training and development opportunities through our Professional Excellence Framework

SMART Pension contribution, with up to 6% employer contribution

A range of flexible benefits including NHS retail discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to our Colleague Assistance Programme for wellbeing support

An organisation with a purpose We reinvest into the NHS, support national charities, enable colleague volunteering, and are committed to becoming net zero carbon by 2050. We're proud of the meaningful impact our colleagues make through their daily work. We are 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 in the workplace to support your needs. We encourage early applications as we may close the vacancy ahead of schedule if we receive a high number of applications.