Maintenance Assistant

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Maintenance Assistant The closing date is 01 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary To assist with the effective delivery of both planned & reactive maintenance to a high standard on all plant, engineering systems, building structures and services within the Hospital and associated buildings. Provide an excellent level of customer care, communication and flexibility when completing work which supports the Trusts Clinical services and Patient care. Main duties of the job To work as a flexible member of the Trust's Maintenance Team, largely in an unsupervised capacity. To undertake semi-skilled electrical maintenance repairs e.g. replacing lamps, assist with lift entrapment and release. To undertake semi-skilled electrical planned preventative maintenance e.g. fire alarm testing, testing emergency generators. To undertake semi-skilled plumbing maintenance repairs e.g. unblocking of drains, sluices and macerators, re-washering of taps, assist with isolation and capping off radiators, assist with the installation of replacement radiators, assist with changing thermostatic radiator valves, replacement of toilet seats. To undertake painting tasks this will include e.g. preparing walls & surfaces for painting, using sandpaper, removing old paint, filling holes & cracks with appropriate material. Small and larger areas if required. To undertake semi-skilled plumbing planned preventative maintenance e.g. meter readings (gas, electricity and water), changing filters on ventilation plant, descale showerheads, Legionella management tasks. To undertake minor building trade repairs e.g. replacing mastic to sinks and basins, changing codes to digital locks, adjusting window catches, assembling furniture, fitting blinds, changing fire extinguishers and fixing fire extinguisher brackets, erecting notice boards, towel holders and toilet roll holders. About us Development and staff wellbeing Your growth and happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation. To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities. We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards. Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you. Details Date posted 15 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £30,630 to £32,346 a year pro-rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 396-8324855-DE-DK Job locations Kingston Hospital Galsworthy Road Kingston upon Thames KT2