Estates Tradesperson (Mechanical / Plumber / HVAC)

Manchester Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking an experienced tradesperson with a mechanical bias to support the Director of Estates. The role involves maintaining properties, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and providing technical advice. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving patient outcomes in a collaborative environment. With development pathways and a culture that supports wellbeing, you'll make a real impact from day one.

Responsibilities

• Ensure properties are maintained according to service level agreements.
• Maintain a high-quality environment for staff and patients.
• Provide technical advice to comply with safety standards.
• Assist in planning and organizing operational maintenance.
• Execute controlled operations under guidance.
• Review and develop maintenance procedures and programs.
• Provide assistance across MFT sites as needed.
• Participation in the Estates on-call rota.

Job description

Overview

North Manchester General Hospital are looking to recruit an experienced tradesperson with a mechanical bias to our expanding team.

The Hospital is undergoing a huge redevelopment since being brought into the MFT umbrella of hospitals. Our vision is to improve the health and quality of life of our diverse population by building an organisation that

• Excels in quality, safety, patient experience, research, innovation and teaching
• Attracts, develops and retains great people
• Is recognised internationally as a leading healthcare provider

This role is to directly support the Director of Estates in ensuring that the Directorate both creates and supports a caring environment through the delivery of an effective estates service at best value and quality.

Responsibilities

• To ensure that the properties are maintained in accordance with the service level agreements and to the appropriate quality and standards expected
• To maintain a high-quality environment for both clinical and non-clinical staff, patients, and visitors
• Provide technical advice to other estates staff and contractors to ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures
• To assist, plan and organise operational maintenance for the Trust under guidance
• Execute a range of controlled operations e.g. isolations, interruptions of mechanical supplies, under guidance
• Review and develop maintenance procedures including maintenance programmes for new equipment and regulatory changes
• Provide estates assistance across MFT sites as required for resilience and as instructed by senior staff
• Participation in the Estates on-call rota or any other rota as required to meet the service demands

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to shape your career.

With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.

Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.

At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.

Whether you\'re just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.

At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you’re part of something bigger from day one.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Ed Bond
Job title: Business Support Manager
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 0161 9223255