Mechanical Craftsperson (Plumbing) | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
| Posting date: | 11 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £31,049 - £37,796 per annum, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 March 2026 |
| Location: | St Leonard's On Sea, TN37 7RD |
| Company: | ESHT |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7719410/374-LC3226 |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Conquest Estates Department at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust as a Maintenance Craftsperson, working as part of the Estates Operational Team to support the day-to-day operational maintenance of the ESHT estate.
Are you an experienced and motivated Mechanical Engineer or Plumber looking for your next challenge? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you.
We are seeking an individual who can deliver an organised, highly efficient service, demonstrates innovative thinking, and is confident in making decisions independently. The successful candidate will also contribute to the development and delivery of service improvements, helping to ensure the department is well positioned for the future.
You will have relevant knowledge and practical experience in a mechanical engineering or plumbing role and will have successfully completed a recognised mechanical or plumbing apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3) or an equivalent qualification.
To undertake diagnostic, repair, testing and preventive maintenance tasks which require specific training on the complex building services, plant and equipment of a modern health estate as directed.
Undertake responsibilities of Competent Person as defined within Health Technical Memoranda (HTM) as appropriate and designated.
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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Please refer to the job description attached.
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This advert closes on Wednesday 25 Feb 2026
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