Job Introduction
- Maintenance Plumber
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£16.96 per hour
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Additional 20% uplift in pay for shift workers
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40 Hours Per Week
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Monday to Friday, Shifts are 08:00 to 16:30
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Driving license is desirable
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Location is Wythenshawe Hospital, Southmoor Road, Wythenshawe, M23 9LT
NVQ Level 3 Qualification or Equivalent required in Plumbing
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Please take the time to read the attached job description
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Plumber to join our Technical Services team at Wythenshawe Hospital. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and repairing plumbing systems across a busy healthcare environment, responding to work orders, conducting fault diagnostics, and ensuring health and safety compliance. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, participate in emergency cover, and contribute to a high standard healthcare facility. If you have a strong background in plumbing, excellent problem solving skills, and a proactive approach, we invite you to apply and become a vital part of our dedicated team.
What You’ll Do:
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Responsible for responding to PDA work orders, completing with supporting evidence, and ensuring timely resolution.
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Conduct installation, repair, and corrective maintenance following Sodexo SSOW and health AND safety requirements.
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Perform fault finding diagnostics on plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and building systems within a healthcare environment.
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Participate in emergency response duties, including out of hours on call, 15 minute response, and lift release procedures.
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Work independently and may be required to work out of hours, including pre planned maintenance and working at heights.
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Use all relevant tools, equipment, and access equipment safely and effectively within the field.
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Engage in Continued Professional Development (CPD) at onsite and external training providers to enhance skills and knowledge.
What You Bring:
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NVQ Level 3 Qualification in Plumbing
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Knowledge of ACOP L8 and HSG274
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Willing to learn and go on courses to add to current qualifications
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Experience in healthcare or large, complex sites is an advantage, but not essential.
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Confidence diagnosing faults and carrying out effective repairs
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A good working knowledge of health and safety regulations
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Experience of working with live drains
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Ability to use Microsoft applications and PDA
What we offer:
Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:
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Mental health and wellbeing resources
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Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice and personal support)
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Free health and wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
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Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
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Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
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Retirement savings plan and life insurance
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Full training and protective uniform provided.
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Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
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Cycle to Work scheme and volunteering opportunities.
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Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
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Competitive pay
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.
We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of Onsite Food and FM Services, Benefits and Rewards Services and Personal and Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents and Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
