Maintenance Craftsperson; Mechanical

Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical)

The closing date is 20 January 2026.

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, conscientious and dedicated maintenance craftsperson (Mechanical) to join a team of engineering craftsperson responsible for the maintenance and repair of mechanical plant and equipment at buildings maintained by CHoICE Facilities Services. The role will require the post holder to undertake the role of Competent Person (CP) as defined within Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) 00 for multiple engineering services and support CHoICE to meet its statutory, mandatory and best practice commitments to its existing partners.

As part of the role the post holder will be required to be flexible and have broad knowledge of mechanical systems to ensure maintenance, repair and installation activities can be completed efficiently, providing the best possible services. The successful candidate will operate and maintain large‑scale mechanical systems which includes AHUs, LTHW systems, steam plant, pressure systems, medical gas system, refrigeration plant and BMS control.

The role requires participation in the current CFS rolling 365‑day shift pattern/system, on‑call rota and overtime when the service needs dictate. Appropriate payments will be made.

All applicants must have a positive, friendly and co‑operative manner and be prepared to be flexible to meet the service needs of the Trust. The role will require the applicant to use their own initiative in problem‑solving scenarios to allow a satisfactory outcome while adapting to the changing demands of the role. The post holder will provide technical advice, guidance and, where necessary, supervision to other CFS staff, contractors and Trust colleagues.

Successful applicants will need knowledge of electrical systems with detailed knowledge of mechanical and plumbing systems typically found within an NHS Trust. Completion of a City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 in mechanical engineering or equivalent is essential, as well as completion of a formally recognised, relevant and accredited apprenticeship.

Expected earnings is not intended to provide a guarantee of earnings.

The base salary is £33,127–£40,327. The role also involves an on‑call rota, shift rota and overtime (call‑outs / planned / emergency); additional monetary rewards will be generated as part of the role.

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust. CHoICE provides a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions: cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists.

Commitment, Care and Compassion – our team contributes to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part‑time, and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible.

We provide a range of benefits including a Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle‑to‑work scheme and access to a Care Co‑ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

We welcome all applications regardless of people's race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under‑represented groups.

To undertake actual maintenance and installation work/activities where appropriate across the whole range of engineering services managed/maintained by CFS. The role will require the undertaking of surveys, inspections, fault‑finding, servicing and rectification of engineering system faults while also providing technical advice, guidance and, where appropriate, supervision to other CFS staff, contractors and Trust colleagues.

The post holder will also participate in the current CFS shift pattern/system, on‑call rota and undertake overtime when the service needs dictate.…