Job summary Carry out planned preventative maintenance, installation, modification and repairs to Hospital plant equipment and property including all aspects of water related systems and any other appropriate plant or systems, within the Trust's estate Main duties of the job Be able to modify and manufacture elements of drainage and pipework, as appropriate Must be able to work on own initiative and as part of a team, assisting other disciplines, where necessary Filling out appropriate documentation Have the ability and training to diagnose and repair faults in plant and equipment Have the ability to understand the working of the building/construction/maintenance requirements of NHS buildings. Use of Hospital Technical Memorandums, Hospital Building Notes and other documents related to safe operation of Hospital Building. The ability to fulfil a requirement to interpret and work from all, drawings, and specifications appropriate to original trade without supervision. Advice on changes required to drawings etc., to keep system up to date following new works Ensure stock and materials are ordered to fulfil the need to ensure the maintenance and repair of Trust properties and equipment. Be able to instruct others on aspects of own work relating to original trade, including other trades staff, maintenance assistants and contractors Learn new techniques with additional training to own trade and that of other trades to enable multi-skilling within the department Working with speed and accuracy, use of relevant power, hand tools and fixed machinery, use of fire tools and maintenance of same. About us The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009. With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 160-6999396 Job locations The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust Lower Lane Liverpool L9 7LJ Job description Job responsibilities For detailed job description and main responsibilities of this postplease see attached Job Description. Job description Job responsibilities For detailed job description and main responsibilities of this postplease see attached Job Description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Apprenticeship in relevant core trade with a Minimum of a City and Guilds with advanced craft certificate or BTEC, ONC in relevant building Maintenance Trade Desirable Knowledge of relevant industry documentation, e.g. HSG274, ACOP L8 HTM 04- 01 Health and Safety qualification Working at Heights Certificate Knowledge & Experience Essential Relevant experience in core trade of plumbing Must understand the workings of a Hospital environment in relation to domestic Hot and cold water systems, drainage systems, CT & VT heating systems, chilled water systems, etc, as well as knowledge of fire compartmentation and the requirement to retain its integrity Have good understanding of the relationship of other craftsmen's work to own work o High level of awareness of health and safety as applied to a building and engineering environment Desirable Minimum 3 years' experience working in a complex Building Maintenance environment in a trade other than core trade Basic electrical safety training to be able to fulfil duties without support of other trades Understand the working of the mechanical and/or electrical and/or plumbing and/or gas systems in NHS buildings. General maintenance/joinery abilities Skills % Attributes Essential Excellent inter-personal and communications skills Ability to fulfil a requirement to interpret and work from all instructions, drawings and specifications appropriate to original trade, without supervision Familiar with hand and power tools Ability to fulfil a requirement to set out new work or set up new production appropriate to original trade using relevant instruments and machinery, without supervision Ability to work safely at all time, particularly at height and within confined spaces Desirable Ability to diagnose and repair faults in other basic trade skills Ability to support and assist with Engineering emergencies using own initiative. Other Essential Self-motivation and the ability to influence/motivate others Co-operative approach To have a professional approach in discharging duties To be sensitive to patient dignity and privacy To possess an ability to prioritise tasks To be able to accommodate frequent interruptions/disruption and recover concentration Willingness to work to service requirements, e.g. unsocial hours Able to meet demands of the role Must be punctual and have a good record of timekeeping and attendance Must be prepared to working in confined conditions, at height and in adverse conditions, as required to complete tasks Person Specification Qualifications Essential Apprenticeship in relevant core trade with a Minimum of a City and Guilds with advanced craft certificate or BTEC, ONC in relevant building Maintenance Trade Desirable Knowledge of relevant industry documentation, e.g. HSG274, ACOP L8 HTM 04- 01 Health and Safety qualification Working at Heights Certificate Knowledge & Experience Essential Relevant experience in core trade of plumbing Must understand the workings of a Hospital environment in relation to domestic Hot and cold water systems, drainage systems, CT & VT heating systems, chilled water systems, etc, as well as knowledge of fire compartmentation and the requirement to retain its integrity Have good understanding of the relationship of other craftsmen's work to own work o High level of awareness of health and safety as applied to a building and engineering environment Desirable Minimum 3 years' experience working in a complex Building Maintenance environment in a trade other than core trade Basic electrical safety training to be able to fulfil duties without support of other trades Understand the working of the mechanical and/or electrical and/or plumbing and/or gas systems in NHS buildings. General maintenance/joinery abilities Skills % Attributes Essential Excellent inter-personal and communications skills Ability to fulfil a requirement to interpret and work from all instructions, drawings and specifications appropriate to original trade, without supervision Familiar with hand and power tools Ability to fulfil a requirement to set out new work or set up new production appropriate to original trade using relevant instruments and machinery, without supervision Ability to work safely at all time, particularly at height and within confined spaces Desirable Ability to diagnose and repair faults in other basic trade skills Ability to support and assist with Engineering emergencies using own initiative. Other Essential Self-motivation and the ability to influence/motivate others Co-operative approach To have a professional approach in discharging duties To be sensitive to patient dignity and privacy To possess an ability to prioritise tasks To be able to accommodate frequent interruptions/disruption and recover concentration Willingness to work to service requirements, e.g. unsocial hours Able to meet demands of the role Must be punctual and have a good record of timekeeping and attendance Must be prepared to working in confined conditions, at height and in adverse conditions, as required to complete tasks Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust Address The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust Lower Lane Liverpool L9 7LJ Employer's website https://www.thewaltoncentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)