Maintenance Craftsman

Nhsayrshireandarran; Ayr; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Ayr is looking for a Maintenance Craftsman (Plumber) to join their Estates Department at University Hospital Ayr. This permanent position requires a City & Guilds Craft Certificate and experience in plumbing maintenance within a hospital setting. Candidates should possess effective communication skills and must hold a valid UK driving licence. The role involves participating in an on-call rota and performing maintenance tasks across various locations in Ayrshire. Competitive salary and full-time hours offered.

Qualifications

• Essential UK driving licence required.
• Experience with Legionella control in water systems advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering services in a hospital environment.
• Perform complex plumbing maintenance tasks.

Skills

Effective communication

Versatility in plumbing

Experience in hospital maintenance

Education

City & Guilds Craft Certificate/Level 3 Certificate

Job description

Overview

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who We Are

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Craftsman (Plumber) within our Estates Department based at University Hospital Ayr.

Hours

From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings. 37 per week (8.00am to 4.30 pm Monday to Thursday and 8.00am to 1.00pm Friday). With the requirement to participate in an on-call rota. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

Requirements

A UK driving licence is essential to this role.

What You Will Do

Following completion of a recognised apprenticeship and having gained extensive experience in this field, you will be part of a team reporting directly to the Plumbing Supervisor, responsible for the delivery of engineering services within a hospital environment and across community premises. You should be able to demonstrate versatility and experience on a range of complex plumbing maintenance work task schedules in addition to being an effective communicator.

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Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The Job

• A City & Guilds Craft Certificate/Level 3 Certificate, or equivalent for the trade is essential.
• Experience in building services within a hospital environment including the control of Legionella in hot and cold water systems would be an advantage.
• You will also be required to take part in an on call rota and be able to work at other hospitals within Ayrshire to meet the demands of the service. Due to the requirement to participate in an on call rota it is desirable that the successful applicant should live no more than 30 minutes travelling time from the hospital.

Person Specification

If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:

Paul Reid, Estate Officer on 01292 614384 or alternatively by email to [e-mail]

Additional Information

For Overseas Candidates: To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement to demonstrate permission to work. This permission is granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. Further information can be found in the attached Candidate Information Pack. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked you have the right to work in the UK or that the post is eligible for sponsorship BEFORE submitting your application. The Recruitment Team cannot answer queries at application stage. We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.

All Candidates

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