# Craftsperson (Mechanical) Plumber > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/craftsperson-mechanical-plumber/daaf0d43-a371-4230-bc9c-5bf616653b42 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/craftsperson-mechanical-plumber/daaf0d43-a371-4230-bc9c-5bf616653b42.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Darlington - **Region:** North East and Yorkshire - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Estates and facilities - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £32,073 - £39,043 per annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (0800-1600) - **Closing date:** 2026-08-05T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-22T07:51:39.066Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/Durham/Tees_Esk_Wear_Valleys_NHS_Trust/Estates_Facilities/Estates_Facilities-v8173298 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8173298?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.tewv.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview We are looking to recruit a full time, permanent Craftsperson (Mechanical) Plumber based at Lanchester Road Hospital. The main purpose of the role is to carry out a schedule of pre-planned maintenance works to comply with statutory and mandatory compliance regulations. You will also be carrying out reactive works as a part of our PPM programme. You will be part of a small, busy team maintaining the Trusts properties in the Durham areas using the Estates Transport where necessary. Due to the nature of the role, it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Work is distributed using the MICAD and Zetasafe programs so an awareness of this type of system would be an advantage, but all relevant training will be given. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa ### Main duties of the job The successful candidate will provide an efficient and cost-effective maintenance and repair service to all properties owned or leased by the Trust. You will carry out installation and improvement work across all contracted sites, in accordance with organisational standards and national legislation. In addition, you will assist other trades and contractors, in accordance with service need. The post holder will ensure that all tools, equipment and machinery used in the performance of duties are tested and maintained to meet current requirements at all times. You will ensure that work is undertaken at all times in accordance with Health and Safety requirements to ensure the environment remains safe for patients, staff, contractors and visitors to the Trust. Employees will participate in the Estates out of hours on-call service. Whilst on-call the post holder is required to demonstrate a high degree of cross trade flexibility beyond the boundaries of their core skills including electrical and building maintenance works supported with in-house training. You will perform duties covering the maintenance and operation of equipment including statutory testing of safety devices and specialised plant. You will promote at all times a positive image of people with mental health conditions and/or learning disabilities and promote at all times a positive image of the Estates Department and the wider Trust. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities You will be working with a small engineering team based in Durham. We regularly liaise with our building colleagues to assist each other where necessary to carry out our workloads. Potentially you could be asked to work in the Durham or Scarborough area on a temporary basis should the need arise. Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying. This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible. ## Person Specification ### Qualifications **Essential** - Successful completion of a recognised Plumbing bias apprenticeship - NVQ Level 3 (Plumbing) or equivalent and relevant qualification - Numeracy and Literacy to level 2 ### Personal Attributes **Essential** - Able to work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and behaviours - Able to use own initiative and work effectively as part of a team - Willingness to undertake semi-skilled and non-plumbing tasks as required - Willing to undertake further multi-skilled training - Able to work effectively under pressure. - Committed to continual quality and service improvement - Committed to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities - Committed to promoting a positive image of the Estates Department. - Self-aware and committed to continual personal development ### Knowledge, Skills and Experience **Essential** - Working knowledge of mechanical (H&C water systems) in complex properties - Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical plant including boilers and diesel engines - Good working knowledge of health and safety legislation - Good working knowledge of British Standards and ACOPs relevant to the trade - Understanding of associated trades and relationships - Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need. - This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. - Will participate in the on-call rota as required. - Able to manage time and prioritise effectively. - Able to demonstrate thoroughness and attention to detail. - Able to work in confined spaces **Desirable** - Experience of working in an NHS environment - Multi-skilled mechanical experience - Significant post apprenticeship experience - Working knowledge of Gas Safe legislation - Working knowledge of the Water Regulation Advisory Scheme ## Documents - [our journey to change (pdf, 595.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2498) - [mindful employer recruitment (pdf, 93.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1595) - [probationary period procedure (pdf, 303.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1903) - [job description and person specification (pdf, 800.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10475751) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.