Multiskilled Technician Mechanical bias

Overview

Multiskilled Technician (Mechanical bias) – Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services

Location:

Royal Victoria Hospital, Newcastle (with cover at Freeman Hospital)

Shift Pattern: 2 x 12-hour day shifts, 2 x 12-hour night shifts, followed by 4 days off

Position Overview:

Join dedicated maintenance team, delivering high-quality support across hospital facilities. This role is essential in ensuring our contractual obligations are met through effective and safe maintenance practices. While primarily based at the Royal Victoria Hospital, occasional cover at Freeman Hospital may be required.

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks in line with contractual requirements.
• Maintain plant and equipment in accordance with O&M manuals, industry best practices, and relevant legislation.
• Supervise subcontractors and ensure compliance with Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), policies, and procedures.
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests within agreed time frames, completing all necessary documentation.
• Work safely and professionally at all times, adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Operate effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment in plant rooms and service enclosures.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as required during your shift.
• Understand and contribute to the business continuity plan relevant to your area of work.

• Completion of a recognised engineering apprenticeship.
• City & Guilds, BTEC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years post-apprenticeship experience, ideally within a healthcare environment.
• Proven experience in mechanical and/or multi-disciplinary maintenance, including DHW, LTHW, and ventilation systems.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation.
• Ability to work on own initiative and deliver high-quality service.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and customer awareness.
• Competent IT skills, including use of a PDA.

• Electrical qualifications such as 18th Edition or City & Guilds 2391.
• Willingness to develop skills in other areas of building services.
• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.

Our market-leading offering provides benefits that suit your lifestyle. Examples include a virtual GP service, financial wellbeing assistance through Salary Finance (e.g., access to earned pay before payday for a small fee), choices in a flexible lifestyle benefits platform, and options such as holiday purchasing, dental and technology purchase programs. We also offer high street discounts, cycle-to-work schemes, life cover, enhanced pension contributions, and share plans.

Mitie Stars recognition with monthly cash prizes and a potential annual top prize of £10,000 is also available.

We are committed to inclusive recruitment and accessible processes. If you have a disability or long-term condition and need adjustments during the recruitment process, please email Vikrant Verma at

Since 1987, Mitie’s 80,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, serving clients across various sectors including hospitals and schools.

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Location:

Gateshead, Wallsend, Newcastle upon Tyne, Cramlington and surrounding areas.