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Shift Maintenance Assistant
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Shift Maintenance Assistant
Shift Maintenance Assistant + Equityans
Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), Smethwick
About the Role
Equans is seeking a Shift Maintenance Assistant to join our team at Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) in Smethwick, working 40.25 hours per week on a shift-based rota comprising:
- 2 days on (7:00am–7:00pm)
- 2 nights on (7:00pm–7:00am)
- 4 days off
Salary: Up to £26,400 per annum (dependent on skills/experience), plus shift allowance and benefits package.
Key Responsibilities
The Shift Maintenance Assistant will deliver a proactive and reactive maintenance service, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and operational standards:
- Respond to first-call reactive jobs, including:
- Cleaning ventilation grilles and lighting fixtures
- Unblocking toilets and drains
- Managing BMS alerts during night shifts as the first point of contact
- Recording and documenting issues, then handing them over to the Helpdesk for continuity
- Complete meter readings and other routine maintenance tasks
- Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) across site as per scheduled programmes
Requirements & Skills
To apply, you will need:
- Previous experience in a maintenance or facilities management environment
- Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including:
- Ventilation, pumps, compressors, boilers, medical gases, heating systems
- Domestic hot & cold-water systems
- Preferred experience (but not mandatory): Healthcare facilities maintenance
- Ability to pass a DBS Standard Check
- Right to work legally in the UK
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What We Offer
Alongside a competitive salary, this role includes an extensive benefits package:
- 24 days annual leave
- Life cover (1.5x annual salary) Employee benefits:
- Discounts on shopping (major brands/retailers)
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Holiday purchase scheme
- 2 mandatory CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) days per year
- Learning & development opportunities, including:
- Professional qualifications
- Collective/individual training
- Personalized support programmes
- Employee referral rewards scheme
- Membership of growing employee networks, covering:
- AccessAbility (disability representation)
- Encompass (LGBTQ+ community)
- RISE (ethnic minorities)
- Veterans & Reservists
- Women Together (gender diversity)
- Working Parents
- Young Professionals
Who We Are + Our Culture
At Equans (UK & Ireland), we deliver sustainable facilities management, energy, and digital solutions to help accelerate the transition to a low-carbon environment. Our team of 15,000+ employees works across 20+ countries, fostering a culture grounded in:
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- Operational excellence
- Commitment to sustainability & performance
- Core values: Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus
We aim to be the best place to work—where we listen, collaborate, and support one another to drive customer-centric excellence.
Your Equityans Journey Starts Here
Express your interest by registering and applying today. A member of our Resourcing Team will contact you shortly.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We actively encourage applications from:
- Women
- Ethnic minorities
- People with disabilities
- All protected groups under the Equality Act 2010
At Equans, you can expect:
- A inclusive workplace, where everyone feels valued
- Support to embrace your true self
- A self-improvement environment, with Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) networks
Note: This role may require a disclosure check and candidates must provide evidence of the right to work.
No relocation assistance is provided. Queries should be directed to the Resourcing Team. Agency involvement is not required.
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