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Multi skilled Maintenance Craftsperson – Higher level - Plumber

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Burnley, BB10 2PQ

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

7 September 2026

7 days left

Job description

We require a fully qualified Plumber. You should be qualified to City and Guilds Advanced standard or equivalent NVQ level 3 and have served a recogni...

Working as part of the Maintenance team, principally working on Mechanical services covering heating systems, pipework and pumps, air handling units, ventilation units, plate heat exchangers. Knowledge of steam heated calorifiers for heating and hot water

It is desirable that you have a good range of maintenance experience including a good knowledge of legionella control & prevention.

Have the ability to interpret technical mechanical detailed manuals, undertake complex fault diagnose using cause effect analysis, repair and test complex Trust Engineering installations, plant and equipment and building elements.. Assist in commissioning, problem solve new technical services and communicate technical knowledge to others, particularly in the safe use of equipment.

A full driving licence is essential.

The successful applicant may be required to join our emergency cover rota after a probationary period, which may involve working unsocial hours on occasion

To carry out maintenance work within a safe environment and to a highquality across the full range of Engineering services, plant, equipment, andbuilding fabric which will involve the use of fine hand instrumentation andcalibration of equipment.

Have the ability to interpret technical detailed manuals, undertake complexfault diagnose using cause effect analysis, repair and test complex TrustEngineering installations, plant and equipment and building elements. Thisincludes Environmental Building Management Systems, Lifts, Plumbing,glazing, Steam and LPHW and CW Systems , Ventilation /AC systems,Laundry and Catering Equipment, Fire systems , Gas systems. Assist incommissioning, problem solve new technical services and communicatetechnical knowledge to others, particularly in the safe use of equipment.

Plan and organise the maintenance work associated with the post holdersresponsibilities.

Work within the Facilities Managements Information System and to adhere to all managerial requirements.

Maintain records of work carried out in accordance with working practices.

Ensure the security of all plant, equipment and buildings under thejurisdiction of the Maintenance Department.

Supervise, communicate and develop Maintenance support workers andassess/evaluate the quality of the work.

The post holder shall support the provision of professional supervision,induction training of new starters, Apprentices and other Maintenance staff as part of a Personal Development Programme.

Carry out building fabric installation improvement works.

Drive Trust vehicles to assist in the collection and delivery of maintenanceitems and service delivery in accordance with the Trust Transport Policy

Undertake training where necessary and to learn new techniques across arange of core trade areas.

To support, advise and action Policy and Safe Working Procedures.

Be an active member of the Hospital Fire and Major Incident Team

Assist in the Statutory testing programme to ensure compliance with current legislation.

To work in potentially hazardous areas, confined spaces and contaminatedequipment taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury andprevent damage all in accordance with the Trust and Department Healthand Safety Policies and Safe Working Procedures.

To report any building, plant and equipment failures and request in writing for the supply of goods or services taking reference to Maintenance manuals, manufacturers data etc.

The post holder shall assist in the maintenance of stock levels.

To liaise with Wards and Department staff to ensure the requested complex and routine work is specified correctly to meet the users needs, provided efficiently and completed within the agreed priority response periods.

The post holder shall promptly respond to unpredictable incidents andemergency requests received via Hospital Bleep and or mobile communications.

To assist in site based surveys, including the reporting of defects. The post holder shall also assist in ensuring the full utilisation of the BuildingManagement System.

At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work.

Please note, although this role is being advertised by East Lancashire Hospitals Trust, it will transfer to OneLSC a Corporate Collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals Trust on 1.11.24. There are no plans to change the location of the role.

Education

Essential

  • Attained a recognised City and Guilds Advanced Craft certified qualification or equivalent plus significant post apprenticeship experience
  • NVQ level 3 maintenance engineering or equivalent
  • Be willing and able to participate in an ongoing training development programme within NHS Maintenance services
  • Hold a current UK driving licence.

Desirable

  • Attained or working towards a recognised BTEC/HNC recognised qualification or equivalent
  • Completed and hold a recognised and certified Supervisory /Leadership/Management qualification
  • Relevant accredited NVQ and NHS Technical Qualifications

Experience

Essential

  • Be able to demonstrate competence in the required range of technical aspects applicable to the post
  • Demonstrate a minimum of twelve months previous experience in a maintenance craft role within a large site environment having completed a recognised building/engineering apprenticeship.
  • Proven ability to understand detailed procedures ,concentrate and understand technical drawings and diagrams and diagnose technical faults
  • Be able to demonstrate an ability to manage priorities under pressure
  • Be able to problem solve and rectify faults to fit for purpose standards
  • Be able to demonstrate an ability to manage priorities under pressure

Desirable

  • Be able to demonstrate some continued training across traditional trade groups

Communication

Essential

  • Clear and accurate written and verbal communication skills. Able to listen effectively

Desirable

  • Ability to relate to people at all levels within and beyond the Trust

Flexibility

Essential

  • Demonstrate ability to cover in the department and provide reasonable flexibility in terms of hours worked
  • Proven ability to adapt to change
  • Proven ability to work in a team, be supportive of team members

Learning ability

Essential

  • Proven ability to adapt to new ideas, knowledge and skills
  • Develop the ability to use own initiative and work under supervision

Other skills

Essential

  • Proven ability to keep information confidential

Desirable

  • Demonstrable team leading qualities
  • Actively seeks to develop their own knowledge, skills and ability
  • Have external interests outside of the scope of the job

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

24 August 2026

Last checked

26 August 2026

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About the employer

ELH
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

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