Ventilation Maintenance Assistant

Overview

Support mechanical ventilation maintenance and minor engineering work in a hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• ppe compliance
• tool operation
• installation work
• maintenance response
• engineering support
• safety procedures

Tasks

Assist in engineering activities and undertake duties for which their trained and competent to do -Ensure the correct use of personal protective equipment and adherence to health & safety and infection control procedures -Assist in engineering activities and undertake duties for which their trained and competent to do -Safely operate all types of access equipment, hand and power tools in accordance with health & safety and manufacturers’ guidelines -Assist in carrying out installation work involved in minor upgrading and adaptation works -Minimise penalty deductions by responding in a timely manner to all maintenance issues in accordance with the requirements of the Contract

Requirements

• mechanical ventilation
• maintenance
• apprenticeship
• driving licence
• flexible shifts
• dbs check

What You Bring

Possess a current valid driving licence (Desirable) This role includes a DBS Standard check therefore ability to pass is essential. Mechanical Ventilation experience Previously worked within a maintenance environment Previous ventilation experience For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. Recognised apprenticeship in relevant engineering discipline to City & Guilds level. (Desirable) Prepared to work a flexible shift system including nights -Possess a current valid driving licence (Desirable) -Previously worked within a maintenance environment -Prepared to work a flexible shift system including nights -Mechanical Ventilation experience -Recognised apprenticeship in relevant engineering discipline to City & Guilds level. (Desirable) -Previously worked within a healthcare maintenance environment (Desirable) -Previous ventilation experience

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Benefits

On offer is a salary of £25,400 per annum and benefits package, which includes; You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals. Equans is looking for a Ventilation Maintenance Assistant to join our team based at the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital in Smethwick on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a salary of £25,400 per annum and benefits package. At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. -Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary -Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme -Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers -Free parking -Cycle to work scheme -Gym membership discounts -24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app -Access to our growing employee networks -Holiday purchase scheme -24 days annual leave (+ public holidays) -2 corporate social responsibility days per year -Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

About Equans Uk & Ireland

-It’s part of a global powerhouse operating in 20 countries with a €19.2 billion turnover in 2024. -In the UK & Ireland, the company delivers multi‑disciplinary projects—from town regeneration to smart energy systems. -Expertise spans technical services, facilities management, low‑carbon energy, green mobility, district energy and decentralised renewables. -Typical projects include hospital energy upgrades, heat networks at universities, public sector building retrofits and urban regeneration schemes. -A standout fact: it rebranded from ENGIE in mid‑2021 to sharpen focus and agility in technical and energy services. -Now led by a locally appointed CEO, it combines global scale with regional delivery—blending international muscle with UK‑Ireland focus.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-dbs standard check required