Estates Shift Maintenance Craftsperson

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM) is looking to recruit an Estates Shift Maintenance Craftsperson on a permanent basis. The closing date for applications is 06 May 2026.

As a key member of the Estates team, you will be responsible for the day to day maintenance and repair of engineering and building services across UHNM sites. You will work a shift rota, based primarily at County Hospital, for 37.5 hours per week and may be required to support other facilities. The role includes unsocial hours payments and shift enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical and electrical installations on site.
• Respond to maintenance requests and provide timely service to support hospital operations.
• Work with a skilled team to ensure high levels of safety and reliability.
• Follow health and safety procedures and identify improvement opportunities.

Salary and Benefits

The position is band 4, with an annual basic pay starting at £28,392 and rising to £31,157 over three years. You will also receive a £3,000 recruitment and retention premium in the first 12 months, increasing to 16 % thereafter, plus unsocial hours payments and shift enhancements.

Education & Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship or C&G/BTEC/NVQ3 (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline.
• Additional specialist training or certification within engineering.

Experience

• Proven substantial experience within engineering maintenance.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of electrical and mechanical installations.
• Previous experience in a health service context.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 check and a Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) submission for any prior criminal convictions.