Job requirements
Essential
15 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- EXPERIENCE
Experience of carrying out planned preventative and reactive maintenance on plumbing systems.
- EXPERIENCE
Experience of fault finding, repair and installation of plumbing services.
- EXPERIENCE
Experience working within a commercial, industrial or healthcare maintenance environment.
- EXPERIENCE
Experience of working safely in accordance with relevant health and safety legislation and safe systems of work.
- EXPERIENCE
Experience of accurately completing maintenance records and documentation.
- SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Able to travel to other sites and off site as necessary
- SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Able to participate in the Estates on-call rota
- SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of plumbing systems, water services and drainage systems
- SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and safe systems of work
- SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Understanding of infection prevention requirements when working in a healthcare environment
- SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Ability to diagnose faults and undertake repairs independently
- SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Ability to work safely and comply with Health & Safety policies, permit-to-work systems and risk assessments
- EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing and Heating or equivalent recognised qualification
- EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Completed recognised apprenticeship in Plumbing or equivalent training and experience
- EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Demonstrable commitment to ongoing professional development
Desirable
15 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- EXPERIENCE
Experience working within an NHS or healthcare environment.
- EXPERIENCE
Experience of water hygiene, legionella control and associated monitoring activities.
- EXPERIENCE
Experience using a CAFM system (e.g. Singu, QFM or similar).
- EXPERIENCE
Experience working alongside contractors and specialist service providers.
- EXPERIENCE
Experience of water hygiene activities including temperature monitoring and flushing regimes
- SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Able to undertake duties involving manual handling, working at height and within confined spaces following appropriate training
- SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Able to work flexibly to meet service requirements, including emergency callouts and planned shutdowns
- SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of NHS Estates compliance requirements.
- SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Understanding of healthcare estate maintenance environments.
- SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs) relevant to plumbing and water systems.
- SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Good written and verbal communication skills in English
- SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Basic IT skills for use of maintenance management systems
- EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Water Regulations qualification
- EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Legionella/Water Hygiene qualification or training
- EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Health and Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH or equivalent)
Job overview
The post holder will carry out planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, fault finding and installation work on a range of plumbing and mechanical systems across the Trust estate. The role supports the delivery of a safe, compliant and operational healthcare environment for patients, staff and visitors. The post contributes to statutory compliance, service continuity and the effective maintenance of clinical and non-clinical areas.
Main duties of the job
Provide a comprehensive reactive and planned plumbing maintenance service across the Trust estate. Undertake inspections, testing, fault-finding, repairs and installation work on hot and cold-water services, drainage systems, sanitaryware and associated plumbing systems. Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and statutory compliance activities in accordance with Trust procedures and relevant legislation. Support water hygiene and legionella control programmes, including monitoring, flushing and remedial works. Respond to plumbing emergencies and support service continuity across clinical and non-clinical areas. Complete maintenance records and documentation accurately using the Trust's CAFM/Singu system. Assist with service shutdowns, isolations and reinstatements to minimise disruption to services. Work collaboratively with Estates colleagues, contractors and users to maintain a safe, compliant and operational healthcare environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
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Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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This advert is for Maintenance Craftsperson - Plumber with Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust in Aylesbury, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Plumber role. The advertised salary is £28,392 - £31,157 Per annum (pro rata for part time). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 03 Nov 2026.
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