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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
This is an exciting opportunity to join NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde as a motivated and skilled Maintenance Technician (Mechanical Bias) based at the Hillington Industrial Estate laundry facility. The post holder will play a key role in maintaining, repairing, and supporting the safe operation of a wide range of mechanical and engineering systems within a busy industrial healthcare environment.
The role also includes supporting the training and development of apprentices and adult trainees, contributing to their learning and assisting managers with planning training programmes. This position includes shift and weekend working and is eligible for a pay enhancement.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- Location based in Hillington Laundry
- Permanent Contract
- Full-time (37 hours per week)
- Shift pattern for this post are 5 over 7 days to include night shift and weekends
Key responsibilities:
Provide a safe and comfortable environment for the provision of clinical care
Ascertain desired action using acquired skills and abilities to expedite best solution for desired outcome and assist putting solutions into practice
Interpret detailed manufacturers installation manuals and specification, technical data and wiring diagrams and schematic drawings for building services, systems, plant and equipment.
Complete Planned Preventative Maintenance in accordance with organisational and manufacturers recommendation, using appropriate tools, test equipment and recording details of work carried out, to prevent breakdowns and maintain optimal operational ability.
Respond to breakdowns, evaluate situation and take corrective action to ensure minimal disruption and damage.
In depth effective use of BMS (Building Management System) computer to set parameters and record data on a wide range of building services to provide correct environmental conditions throughout the hospital and provide an early warning of service faults ( Medical gas, heating, water, power etc.)
Maintain repair & commission patient related equipment & services such as sterilisers, washer disinfectors, Operating lights and Tables, Dental Chairs, Medical gas, plant etc. to maintain and ensure there is a safe environment for staff and patients in these areas.
Carry out checks, repair, test and maintain specialised multi-faceted hospital equipment e.g. sterilisers, washer-disinfectors to the required standards as per Hospital Technical Memorandum.
Measure up jobs for new installations and alterations, check plan drawings & on site plans, work out best route to run supplies and services, measure up & advise Supervisor of materials required to complete work
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- Served a recognised apprenticeship in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or Plumbing. Equivalent to SVQ Level 4 Higher National Diploma, Modern Apprenticeship - Level 4, Professional Development Awards (SCQF - 8-9)
- Knowledge of procedures for mechanical and gas maintenance and repair of electrical equipment; BTEC/ HNC Level plus relevant post apprenticeship training or equivalent experience.
- Attend training courses as required by Estates Managements and NHS policies, procedures The post holder must undergo specialised training in systems and equipment to gain the in depth theoretical knowledge required to comply with numerous laws, national guidelines and standards. In order to fulfil these requirements within a health care environment, the post holder requires training and regular re-certification in order to maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) of their competency and expertise on revised regulations. e.g.
- Low Voltage SHTM 06-02 (One week training and certification and appointed in writing by AP, revalidation training and certification every three years) plus BS 7671 IEE wiring regulations
- Mandatory first Aid duties for working with electricity; to level of competence and training to meet requirements of safe code of practice for working with electricity
- Level 3 C&G 2391 Award in the Inspection, testing and verification of fixed wiring systems.
- Level 3 Awards in the In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment (PAT) G&C 2377 Pt 1 and the Management Requirements for the Maintenance of Electrical Equipment G&C 2377 Pt 2.
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Bryce Lever, Estates Supervisor (Laundry), Mob: 07814070862
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
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From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part-time working hours will be reduced on a pro-rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.
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