Job summaryAre you a time-served, experienced and motivated maintenance engineer who strives on making a difference and is looking for their next challenge?The Estate Maintenance Department within NHS Solent Trust, are proud of their high standards and collaborative teamwork and are looking for a like-minded individual with a proactive attitude to join the team.For this post, you will need to hold a full UK driving licence and have access to the use of a car.If you want to be part of a great team and shape maintenance services for the future, then we want to hear from you.The Estate Maintenance Department is responsible for operating and maintaining healthcare buildings and services to a safe and compliant level for use by patients, visitors and staff. This also reflects the expectation to innovate and minimise energy wastage where opportunity present and deliver on national and industry centred Net Zero Carbon commitments.The role will be focused on the Hard FM aspects of engineering services maintenance, specialising in either mechanical or electrical technical disciplines with robust allied competencies.The maintenance service aligns with the principles of the Estates Strategy and the wider facilities management team and works seamlessly with the Premise Management Team, Estates Projects and Asset Management Team.We are looking for a confident, good communicator who is able to work in pubic facing spaces.Main duties of the jobTo perform repair, preventative and predictive maintenance work activity of a complex and/or non-routine nature. Responsible for technical fault finding, diagnostic assessment and repair, acceptance and commissioning testing with calibration across a wide range of engineering plant, services and equipment (e.g. electrical distribution, lighting, fire detection, building control and automation, standby generator plant, security access control, nurse call systems and lifts, heating, hot and cold water and specialised ventilation. This is not an exhaustive list but provides examples of the type and range of systems and equipment expected to be worked on).To embrace and adapt to emerging technologies within the healthcare estate environment and act as a knowledge expert for the Solent NHS Trust Estate.Undertaking maintenance, repairs, minor improvement schemes, and capital work encompassing Net Carbon Zero related projects across the Trust as directed by management, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures. Assisting the Maintenance Supervisor and Estate Officers to deliver business plans, review planned maintenance procedures and support the wider organisation.The role will enhance the technical competency of the maintenance operation and fault-finding skillset, allowing the service to operate at an elevated multi-discipline level supporting a 'first time right' culture. The role will provide mentoring support to lesser experienced and developing team members.About usAt Solent, our teams mirror the communities we serve. The Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging plan fosters authenticity, ensuring every Solent NHS Trust member feels visible, validated, and valued.The Annual Staff survey positions us among top-performing Community and Mental Health trusts in 3 of 9 themes:Compassion and inclusivityEach voice mattersStaff EngagementOur commitment to enhancing diversity, inclusion, and belonging fosters a strong sense of uniqueness, celebrated among colleagues, contributing to excellent patient outcomes.We welcome applications from underrepresented communities, offering an informal chat for those uncertain about job fit. Our revamped recruitment process prioritizes inclusivity, aligned with Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant guaranteed interviews.Join our 7 staff networks:DisAbilityLGBTQ+AlliesCarers50+Multi FaithBlack, Asian, and minority ethnicVeteransSolent supports flexible working, providing a carer's passport. Our award-winning Health and Wellbeing service, including Employment Disability, Neurodivergent, and Menopause support, makes Solent NHS an inclusive workplace.We promote staff vaccination as the primary defence against Flu and Covid-19. Join us in contributing to outstanding patient outcomes in a diverse and inclusive environment.Job descriptionJob responsibilities*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialBTEC HNC HND Approved Apprenticeship, City and Guilds or NVQ Level 3 Technicians Certificate or equivalent qualification in relevant topicExperienceEssentialSignificant experience of working within a hospital estates environmentExperience of maintaining large electrical or mechanical installations in a non-residential settingDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 detailsEmployer nameSolent NHS TrustAddressWestern Community HospitalWilliam Macleod WaySouthamptonHampshireSO16 4XEEmployer's websitehttps://www.solent.nhs.uk/join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)