Joiner, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

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Equans is recruiting a Joiner to be part of our team in Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, EH16 4SA
. This is a permanent full‑time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is salary of £32,500 per annum and a benefits package.

Monday to Friday 0800 – 1600. This role includes a Disclosure Scotland Check to PVG Level, therefore ability to pass is essential.

• Undertake essential repair works and general maintenance activities as directed by the Fabric Supervisor/Fabric Manager.
• Liaise with the Fabric Supervisor and Fabric Manager to request the supply of goods and/or services when necessary.
• Use cause and effect analysis along with detailed examination techniques to diagnose faults, utilizing all relevant drawings and schematics.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) inspections in line with published procedures.
• Complete all required report sheets, test certificates, and update drawings with any alterations.
• Prepare and complete all Task and Risk Assessment sheets related to assigned work.
• Operate all relevant tools and equipment safely, strictly adhering to Equans Guidelines and Controls (e.g., Risk Assessment, Site Safety, Fire Safety, Control of Infection, Hazardous Substances).
• Maintain an understanding of how other craftsmen’s work relates to and impacts your own tasks.
• Commit to ongoing training to learn new techniques and maintain up‑to‑date skills.
• Fully understand the inter‑relationships between various maintenance crafts.
• Perform any other duties as requested by supervisors or managers.
• Work overtime to perform emergency repairs as required.
• Execute planned and preventative maintenance tasks effectively.

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to a mental wellbeing app

• Qualified with an appropriately recognised Certificate & Grade (C&G), SCOTVEC (SVQ3), or equivalent qualification in joinery.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities using technical schematics and cause‑effect analysis.
• Commitment to safety standards and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work flexibly including overtime for emergency situations.
• Collaborative mindset to work within a multi‑craft team.
• Willingness to undergo continuous training and development.

We encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals, and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a relocation package with this job role.