Maintenance Assistant

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Estates & Property Services Department, for a Maintenance Assistant based in Dumfries working on a defined shift pattern.

• Carry out fault finding and minor repairs on equipment.
• Change medical gas cylinders, test fire alarms, replace broken glasses, and perform other routine maintenance tasks.
• Operate mechanical and electrical machinery safely, including boiler plant and chemical dosing plant.
• Travel independently between sites and to wholesalers as required.
• Maintain a flexible approach to work; be available to accommodate variations to the standard working week.

• Good verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate computer‑based software, e.g. boiler management systems.
• Awareness of health and safety legislation and relevant technical standards (training will be provided).

NHS Dumfries and Galloway is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for its workforce to be truly representative and for every employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Dumfries and Galloway welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

Some of our posts may require a criminal records check. Any required checks will be communicated post‑selection.

NHS Dumfries and Galloway will only employ individuals with legal right to work in the UK. UK Border Agency permission is required. If you need a work visa, check eligibility on the Home Office website: