Maintenance Technician-Estates

Nhsscotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Glasgow is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair mechanical and electrical systems in the laundry unit. The ideal candidate has a recognized apprenticeship in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and a proven track record in the trade. This full-time role offers varying shift patterns and benefits for shift work. Join us to support ongoing operations of industrial laundry machinery in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

Pay enhancement due to shifts and weekend work

Reduced working hours to 36 from April 2026

Qualifications

• Recognised and registered apprenticeship in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Practical core skills and proven track record within the trade.
• Experience with industrial laundry machinery is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical and electrical systems in the laundry facility.
• Assist with training apprentices and adult trainees.
• Support ongoing maintenance of industrial laundry machinery.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

PLC controls knowledge

Compressed air systems knowledge

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

SVQ Level 4 or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Technician – Estates

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde invites applications for a motivated and skilled Maintenance Technician (mechanical bias) to support the laundry unit at Hillington Industrial Estate in Glasgow.

Shift Pattern

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 06:30‑17:00 (Dayshift) – 5 days
• Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday 06:30‑17:00 (Dayshift) – 2 days
• Week 3: Sunday‑Thursday 22:00‑07:00 (Nightshift) – 5 nights

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical and electrical systems in the laundry facility, including new boiler technology, PLC controls and compressed air systems.
• Assist with training and education of apprentices and adult trainees, ensuring they gain necessary experience and support managers in setting up training programmes.
• Support ongoing maintenance of industrial laundry machinery and operations.
• Work with shift and weekend teams to maintain continuous operation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised and registered apprenticeship in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, equivalent to SVQ Level 4, Higher National Diploma or Modern Apprenticeship Level 4.
• Practical core skills and proven track record within the trade.
• Desirable: knowledge and experience of complex electrical/engineering systems in large healthcare premises, new boiler technology and controls, PLC controls, compressed air systems.
• Experience with industrial laundry machinery and operations is an advantage.

Benefits

• Pay enhancement due to shifts and weekend work.
• Full‑time working hours will be reduced to 36 hours from 1 April 2026 (Agenda for Change).

Contact

Bryce Lever, Estates Supervisor (Laundry) – mobile [phone]. Interview date: TBC
Closing date for applications: 10 January 2026.

Legal & Equality

Applicants are encouraged to apply from all sections of the community. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is a Forces Friendly Employer and supports applications from the Armed Forces Community.