Maintenance Assistant

Main area Estates, Facilities & Capital Development Grade Band 3 Contract Permanent: x 2 roles available Hours

• Full time
• Part time

Employer UHS Estates Ltd ( UEL ) Employer type NHS Site University Hospital Southampton Town Southampton Salary £25,760 - £27,476 Per Annum, Pro Rata Closing 15/10/2026 23:59

UHS Estates Ltd (UEL) is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Job Title:

Maintenance Assistant Higher

UHS Estates Limited (UEL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). The company is responsible for the design and construction of new buildings, and the ongoing provision of services, including estates maintenance, soft facilities management and the management of equipment, consumables and materials, in support of one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England

Are you a practical, hands‑on individual looking to make a real difference in a vital healthcare setting? We are seeking a proactive Band 3 Maintenance Assistant Higher to join our dedicated Estates team and help keep our hospital running safely and efficiently.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Estates Maintenance Assistant , playing a key role in maintaining the safety, reliability and performance of the Trust’s buildings, plant and equipment. Working within your mechanical, electrical or fabric specialism, you will undertake complex fault‑finding, repairs, planned maintenance and installation work, while also supervising staff and contractors when required.

You will play a key role in our Chief Operating Officer / EFCD Estates team, reporting directly to a Designated Supervisor (Mechanical, Electrical, or Building) as part of a replacement post. Most of your time will be spent carrying out routine, semi‑skilled planned preventive maintenance (PPM), responding to maintenance faults, and assisting our skilled craftspeople. Your immediate priorities will be maintaining critical systems across our premises, including plumbing, drainage, ventilation, and electrical installations.

UHS Estates Limited (UEL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). The company is responsible for the design and construction of new buildings, and the ongoing provision of services, including estates maintenance, soft facilities management and the management of equipment, consumables and materials, in support of one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England.

Employee Benefits:

• NHS terms of service and annual leave
• Access to an employee benefits platform offering discounts on groceries, high street shopping, family outings, holidays, and more

Southampton offers an excellent quality of life, located on the south coast with an international airport and direct train links to London. The area boasts the stunning New Forest National Park, beautiful beaches along the Jurassic Coast, and living costs around 20% lower than London. With 14 Ofsted-rated "Outstanding" schools, it's a great place to live and work.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will carry out routine, semi‑skilled maintenance across the hospital’s buildings, engineering systems and equipment, supporting a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. Working under a designated Team Leader, you will manage allocated tasks independently within your competence and assist skilled craftspeople and contractors.

Your main responsibilities will include:

Carrying out planned preventive maintenance, basic…