Estates Mobile Technician (Multi-Skilled) | Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Posting date:	06 August 2025
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£32,602 - £39,686 per annum ( Incl of HCAS)
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	06 September 2025
Location:	Reading, RG6 6BZ
Company:	Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	7399916/371-CS288

Summary

We are looking for a self-motivated and reliable individual, with apositivecan-do attitude. You must be a time servedMobile Estates Technicianwith experience working on reactive breakdowns,planned maintenance, minor/project workswithin a healthcare (or similar) building environment.


A genuine multi-trade hard services background is essential, with anypreviousmechanical/electrical/building/plumbingand gastraining/practise anessentialfor the role.Any prior electricalcompetencytraining is a value-add skill for the role.You will play a proactive role within a dynamic and innovative department, delivering keyobjectivesto meet both departmental and Trust requirements.


You will work in our friendly, high performing Estates team across Berkshire, ensuring excellent service at all times. A great communicator, you will enjoy workingin collaborationwith the Estates Supervisor and colleagues of the Estates team.


Working flexibly, you willbenefitfrom working across multiplesites inBerkshire;andbe able to travel independently, whilst transporting any tools and equipment, asrequiredto meet the requirements of the role.Yourenergy and drive will be rewarded with the support of a dedicated team that strives to create a progressive, warm,friendlyand considerate environment.


Working Pattern: 37.5 hours + on call stipend after 2months (on call attractsadditionalpayments of approximately £5,200/annum) + occasional overtime (as scheduled).


• Ensure repair requests arehandled promptly,meetingquality standards, and keepclientsadvised of the status.Oversee complex plant breakdowns and lead recommendations for resolution.

• Provideclear guidance to non-technical end users.

• Ensure Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks are carried out by the Estates team, covering compliance with Legionella prevention, scalding risks, PAT, fire alarm testing, lifts, boilers, and building fabric.

• Responsible forpurchasingstores and parts as needed, using a purchase card system.

• Record time and materials used on jobs via the MICAD Helpdesk software on a Trust-issued device.

• Work from instructions, drawings, and specifications independently and ensure others do the same.

• Diagnose and resolve complex faults using industry best practices.

• Manufacture, assemble, and install new work.

• Manage H&S and risk assessments for staff and contractors.

• Ensure work is completed to a high standard, including finishing and making good.

• Lead discussions with the Estates Supervisor on significant building or engineering faults affecting services.

• Stay flexible and updated onnew technology, recommending innovation when needed.

• Deputise for the Estates Maintenance Supervisor asrequired.

• Always carry a mobile phoneduring duty and respond promptly.


Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:
• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites



The “must haves” for this role:


1. Relevant Qualifications with City Guilds or HNC – apprenticeship or NVQ equivalentorother approved equivalent training


2. Versatility, beingskilled in multiple trades and capable of working independently,withveryminimalor nosupervision


3.Recognisedapprenticeshipwith relevant work experience gained overanumber ofyears


4.Demonstrableknowledge ofPlant and Machineryover wide range of skills,e.g.Boilers, air conditioning, fire alarms, medical gases, sterilisers, nurse call systems and otherequipment


For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.


We strongly encourage you to review how you meet thecriteria in theperson specificationand write about thispoint-by-pointin your supporting statementfor the best chance of being shortlisted.


We’recommitted to equal opportunitiesand welcomeapplications fromall sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected inour accreditations:Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award.Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.


We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedon’thesitate to call:Julius Okot-Chonoon 07884113232or email: julius.okotchono@berkshire.nhs.ukwho’llbe delighted to help. 


Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so pleasesubmityour application as soon as possible.

Interview will be held on 5th September 2025



This advert closes on Thursday 21 Aug 2025

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