About this role
Job summary The key function of the role 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 accordance with all NHSPS Health, Safety & Wellbeing Policies, relevant NHSPS Technical Guidance, Process and Procedures, Statutory Regulations, Approved Codes of Practice and any applicable aspects of HTMs.
Deliver Scheduled, Reactive and Remedial maintenance services as directed by the PPM planner (CAFM), helpdesk or Technical Services Supervisor, ensuring that operational standards are maintained at all times.
To also support the work that is included in minor works mangers activities.
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 where required, 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
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, 5,600 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.
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 Maintenance Operative - Fabric role to join our team, primarily based out of our Berinsfield Health Centre, Wallingford with travel across multiple sites (covering routes between Oxfordshire and Berkshire)
Starting salary from £30,000 per annumOn call allowanceMonday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pmFulltime, permanentCompany van and tools providedTravel required between sitesNVQ level 2 in Carpentry & Joinery is essential.
Key Responsibilities
This role is responsible for delivering general fabric maintenance services across NHS Property Services sites, ensuring buildings remain safe, compliant, and well maintained for patients, staff, and visitors.
Key responsibilities include: Carrying out general fabric maintenance and responsive repairsCarpentry and joinery worksMinor building and repair worksSupporting with basic plumbing tasks where required (e.g. tap temperature checks)Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with health, safety, and compliance standardsWorking independently across sites using a companyprovided van and tools
Where you'll be
Covering sites between Oxfordshire and Berkshire
Base up will be Berinsfield Health Centre, Wallingford
What we can offer you
We understand how important life is outside of work so, as well as a competitive salary, we also offer: 27 days annual leave + 8 days bank holiday, with the option to buy additional leaveCompany van and tools provided to support you in your roleA Smarter Working Policy, empowering you to choose how and where you work where applicableTraining and development opportunities through our Professional Excellence FrameworkSMART Pension, with up to 6% employer contributionA range of flexible benefits, including NHS retail discounts and Cycle to Work SchemeColleague Assistance Programme offering support for all areas of life
An organisation with a purpose
We are an organisation with a passion for giving back - putting money back into the NHS, supporting our charity partner Young Lives vs Cancer, enabling colleagues to volunteer in their local communities, and working towards our pledge 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 in the workplace.
We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible, as vacancies may close early if high volumes of applications are 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 delivering maintenance services to a specification such as 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 fane drive
Wallingford
OX10 7NE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.property.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)