Porter / Maintenance Assistant
| Posting date: | 07 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 August 2025 |
| Location: | Lerwick, Shetland Islands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | NHS Shetland Board |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 222051 |
Summary
Porter / Maintenance Assistant (Ref: 222051)
Substantive, Full Time - 37 hours per week
Band 2 Salary £25,694 - £27,900 per annum with enhancements paid for Weekend Working
Distant Island Allowance of £2,482 per annum
We are looking for a self-motivated person to assist in carrying out routine maintenance across all NHS Shetland properties and estate.
You will have previous experience either as a handyperson or in the building trade, together with a good general knowledge of maintenance. Good communication skills, computer literacy, pride in your work and the ability to work alone using your own initiative are all essential requirements. A current full driving licence is essential to carry out this role.
Please note this post is not eligible for sponsorship under current UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship to work with us. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Garry Martin, Maintenance Supervisor, on 01595 743028 or 07585 992 439.
Closing date: 31/08/2025
Interview date: w/c 08/09/25
*Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.
For more information and to apply:
Internal Applicants: if you are currently working for NHS Shetland (including Bank Members) you must apply via the Jobtrain website link:
https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/internal/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173
External Applicants: ie if you are NOT currently an NHS Shetland employee or registered on our Bank, you must apply via the following Jobtrain website link:-
https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173
If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line.
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Substantive, Full Time - 37 hours per week
Band 2 Salary £25,694 - £27,900 per annum with enhancements paid for Weekend Working
Distant Island Allowance of £2,482 per annum
We are looking for a self-motivated person to assist in carrying out routine maintenance across all NHS Shetland properties and estate.
You will have previous experience either as a handyperson or in the building trade, together with a good general knowledge of maintenance. Good communication skills, computer literacy, pride in your work and the ability to work alone using your own initiative are all essential requirements. A current full driving licence is essential to carry out this role.
Please note this post is not eligible for sponsorship under current UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship to work with us. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Garry Martin, Maintenance Supervisor, on 01595 743028 or 07585 992 439.
Closing date: 31/08/2025
Interview date: w/c 08/09/25
*Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.
For more information and to apply:
Internal Applicants: if you are currently working for NHS Shetland (including Bank Members) you must apply via the Jobtrain website link:
https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/internal/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173
External Applicants: ie if you are NOT currently an NHS Shetland employee or registered on our Bank, you must apply via the following Jobtrain website link:-
https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173
If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line.
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.