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Job summary

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Engineering Maintenance
Grade
Band 4
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
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199-7646667-MT
Employer
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Croydon University Hospital
Town
Croydon
Salary
£32,199 - £34,876 per annum (pro rata) Incl. HCAS (Outer)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
07/04/2026 23:59
Interview date
16/04/2026

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Croydon Health Services NHS Trust logo

Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical)

Band 4

Croydon is a busy, exciting and diverse place to work. The borough has one of the youngest populations in London and continues to grow.

Croydon Health Services cares for local people at Croydon University Hospital, Purley Memorial Hospital and in clinics and people’s homes all across the borough.

We are a very close-knit and friendly organisation where everyone of our 3600 members of staff is valued. We strongly believe that our employees are our greatest asset and so through Listening into Action – our way of engaging staff - we empower everyone at any level to initiate and bring about real improvements in our care.

Join us and be a part of the team that is making Croydon proud.  #choosecroydon

Job overview

Performs work including activities which are complex and/or non-routine in mechanical services.  Responsible for calibration and fault finding on a wide range of engineering plant and equipment (Low Pressure Hot Water Systems, General Air  Conditioning Controls and Systems, Steam Raising Plant and associated  equipment, Steam Sterilisers, Medical Gas Pipe Systems and Natural Gas  Systems).

Undertaking maintenance, repairs, minor improvement and capital work across the Trust as directed by management, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.

Main duties of the job

Maintenance  Craftsperson  (Mechanical) - Band 4 

The post will close once we have received a sufficient number of applications.

The craftsperson performs work including activities which are complex and/or non-routine in electrical/ mechanical services. To maintain and repair the Hospital’s plant, equipment and services.

To manufacture, assemble, erect, install and test new installations, services and equipment.

To undertake any duties which may be required commensurate with grade and competence as deemed necessary by the changing needs of the Trust.

Carry out fault analysis, testing, manufacturing, replacing, isolation, modifying, inspecting, improving, installing, maintaining and repairing of all electrical services, plant and equipment in compliance with all good practice guides, operational maintenance manuals and statutory requirements. Be proactive with regard to all forms of maintenance, good site resource management and security.

Maintain and record service records and break down reports using the current FM system. Provide to other members of the team technical input and guidance on all electrical issues. Complete surveys as required by the Estates Manager and supply technically detailed reports.

Proposed Interview Date: 16th April 2026

Working for our organisation

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity. 

Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We’re also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people’s homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children’s Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital. 

Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we’re no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.

 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

Person specification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Mechanical/Plumbing Experience
Desirable criteria
  • NHS Experience

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Trade Qualifications
Desirable criteria
  • Proof of further learning in selected field

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Health and Safety Knowledge
Desirable criteria
  • Permit to work system
  • HTM Knowlege

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Trust IDCapital Nurse, LondonNo smoking policyLondon Living Wage is a voluntary commitment made by employers, who can become accredited with the Living Wage FoundationAge positiveImproving working livesDisability confident committedDisability Advice Line

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.

Application numbers

This vacancy may have an application cap, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment. Ensure your supporting statement clearly shows how you meet the job specifications.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Garry Thomson
Job title
Estates Manager
Email address
[email protected]
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