Maintenance Fitter

37.5 hours per week.

Includes a Recruitment & Retention payment (£3,277) & On call after probationary period.

The Livewell

Southwest Estates team provide both planned and reactive maintenance to

buildings across Plymouth and the surrounding area. It is the responsibility of the Estates team

to ensure that buildings are compliant with all current legislation and are

kept in good condition to enhance the patient and staff experience.

Must be able to work independently or as part

of a team and with limited direct supervision as circumstances require. Required to foster good working relationship

with customers, service users, managers and staff at all levels and at all

times.

Main duties of the job

To undertake maintenance and installation work

for mechanical services and equipment.

The post holder will be required to carry out routine maintenance and repair of

a range of electro-mechanical equipment within Livewell Southwest hospitals,

health centres, clinics and administration buildings.

Including

Heating systems, Plumbing, Building management systems, motors, engineering

plant, equipment and processes.

To

serve as part of the maintenance team to deliver high quality care through

effective and efficient operation and maintenance of all healthcare building

services.

To

comply with all relevant Health, Safety and Statutory legislation and seek to

apply best working practice at all times.

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route; please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility.

Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline if a high number of applications are submitted. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

All Livewell staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service.

About us

Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs.

As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values, kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve.

We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives.

We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.

Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year

pa, pro-rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,

Part-time,

Job share,

Flexible working

Reference number

B9832-2026-MC-242

Job locations

Livewell Southwest

Mount Gould Road

Mount Gould

Plymouth

Devon

PL4 7QD

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Undertake

tasks appropriate to the Fitters role as delegated by line management or

helpdesk.

The

post holder will be expected to undertake mechanical and minor electrical work

associated with a variety of systems and equipment including but not limited

to:

Hospital

beds

Medical

suction equipment

Heating

systems and component parts thereof

Patient

trolleys and plinths

Water

distribution systems

Patient

lifting equipment

Ventilation

equipment; including Fire Dampers

Evacuation

chairs

Air

compressors

Windows

and window restrictors

Physio

and gym equipment

Macerators

Advise

the Line Manager of any problems or hazards likely to be encountered including

existing installations that appear substandard or fail to meet current

regulations as it becomes apparent.

Isolate or make safe any installation that presents a danger to staff,

visitors or patients to ensure highest levels of safety at all times.

Undertake appropriate fault finding,

investigation and testing as appropriate to the work.

Ascertain

and obtain materials, equipment and components that in your judgment represent

value for money for the maintenance task.

Keep accurate records of stock levels for stores. Undertake the work in a safe and workmanlike

manner, within reasonable timescales. Post

holder will only undertake financial transactions on behalf of the organisation

with prior authorisation from an appointed manager or supervisor.

The

position is likely to necessitate training either to keep up to date with new

regulations, or to implement safe systems of work.

Liaise

with contractors where they have been employed to work in conjunction with the

work detailed to ensure efficient and effective operations.

Job responsibilities

Undertake

tasks appropriate to the Fitters role as delegated by line management or

helpdesk.

The

post holder will be expected to undertake mechanical and minor electrical work

associated with a variety of systems and equipment including but not limited

to:

Hospital

beds

Medical

suction equipment

Heating

systems and component parts thereof

Patient

trolleys and plinths

Water

distribution systems

Patient

lifting equipment

Ventilation

equipment; including Fire Dampers

Evacuation

chairs

Air

compressors

Windows

and window restrictors

Physio

and gym equipment

Macerators

Advise

the Line Manager of any problems or hazards likely to be encountered including

existing installations that appear substandard or fail to meet current

regulations as it becomes apparent.

Isolate or make safe any installation that presents a danger to staff,

visitors or patients to ensure highest levels of safety at all times.

Undertake appropriate fault finding,

investigation and testing as appropriate to the work.

Ascertain

and obtain materials, equipment and components that in your judgment represent

value for money for the maintenance task.

Keep accurate records of stock levels for stores. Undertake the work in a safe and workmanlike

manner, within reasonable timescales. Post

holder will only undertake financial transactions on behalf of the organisation

with prior authorisation from an appointed manager or supervisor.

The

position is likely to necessitate training either to keep up to date with new

regulations, or to implement safe systems of work.

Liaise

with contractors where they have been employed to work in conjunction with the

work detailed to ensure efficient and effective operations.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• City and Guilds as a Mechanical Fitter
• Basic computer skills relevant to the job role
• GCSE in maths and English at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Enhanced trade qualifications cross training in other disciplines such as electrical training
• Health & Safety qualification
• Trained First Aider at Work
• 5 GCSEs at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of H&SaWA and its relevance to the role
• Knowledge and understanding of building services/trades
• Safe working practices
• Computer recording programmes pertinent to the role

Desirable

• Detailed knowledge of Estate and services
• Good knowledge of the organisation structure
• Level of understanding of other roles
• Mechanical and Electrical craft knowledge

Specific skills

Essential

• A Good communication skills
• Reasonable level of technical ability
• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport

Desirable

• High level of technical ability relative to the role

Experience

Essential

• Experienced in the maintenance and repair of Electro-mechanical equipment
• Previous experience of electrical controls associated with heating and domestic hot water systems. Familiarity with computerised Building Management System
• Permit to Work systems

Desirable

• Previous experience of specialist healthcare systems such as steriliser and washer/disinfector maintenance or of hospital maintenance routines
• Experience in the role within a healthcare environment
• Ability to carry out all aspects of the role without additional supervision

Additional requirements

Essential

• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a maintenance team to provide an effective service to client groups
• Ability to get on with people
• Willingness to undergo training
• Customer focused
• Flexible approach

Desirable

• Self-motivated

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• City and Guilds as a Mechanical Fitter
• Basic computer skills relevant to the job role
• GCSE in maths and English at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Enhanced trade qualifications cross training in other disciplines such as electrical training
• Health & Safety qualification
• Trained First Aider at Work
• 5 GCSEs at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of H&SaWA and its relevance to the role
• Knowledge and understanding of building services/trades
• Safe working practices
• Computer recording programmes pertinent to the role

Desirable

• Detailed knowledge of Estate and services
• Good knowledge of the organisation structure
• Level of understanding of other roles
• Mechanical and Electrical craft knowledge

Specific skills

Essential

• A Good communication skills
• Reasonable level of technical ability
• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport

Desirable

• High level of technical ability relative to the role

Experience

Essential

• Experienced in the maintenance and repair of Electro-mechanical equipment
• Previous experience of electrical controls associated with heating and domestic hot water systems. Familiarity with computerised Building Management System
• Permit to Work systems

Desirable

• Previous experience of specialist healthcare systems such as steriliser and washer/disinfector maintenance or of hospital maintenance routines
• Experience in the role within a healthcare environment
• Ability to carry out all aspects of the role without additional supervision

Additional requirements

Essential

• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a maintenance team to provide an effective service to client groups
• Ability to get on with people
• Willingness to undergo training
• Customer focused
• Flexible approach

Desirable

• Self-motivated

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Livewell Southwest

Address

Livewell Southwest

Mount Gould Road

Mount Gould

Plymouth

Devon

PL4 7QD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Livewell Southwest

Address

Livewell Southwest

Mount Gould Road

Mount Gould

Plymouth

Devon

PL4 7QD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

Undertake

tasks appropriate to the Fitters role as delegated by line management or

helpdesk.

The

post holder will be expected to undertake mechanical and minor electrical work

associated with a variety of systems and equipment including but not limited

to:

Hospital

beds

Medical

suction equipment

Heating

systems and component parts thereof

Patient

trolleys and plinths

Water

distribution systems

Patient

lifting equipment

Ventilation

equipment; including Fire Dampers

Evacuation

chairs

Air

compressors

Windows

and window restrictors

Physio

and gym equipment

Macerators

Advise

the Line Manager of any problems or hazards likely to be encountered including

existing installations that appear substandard or fail to meet current

regulations as it becomes apparent.

Isolate or make safe any installation that presents a danger to staff,

visitors or patients to ensure highest levels of safety at all times.

Undertake appropriate fault finding,

investigation and testing as appropriate to the work.

Ascertain

and obtain materials, equipment and components that in your judgment represent

value for money for the maintenance task.

Keep accurate records of stock levels for stores. Undertake the work in a safe and workmanlike

manner, within reasonable timescales. Post

holder will only undertake financial transactions on behalf of the organisation

with prior authorisation from an appointed manager or supervisor.

The

position is likely to necessitate training either to keep up to date with new

regulations, or to implement safe systems of work.

Liaise

with contractors where they have been employed to work in conjunction with the

work detailed to ensure efficient and effective operations.

Qualifications

Essential

• City and Guilds as a Mechanical Fitter
• Basic computer skills relevant to the job role
• GCSE in maths and English at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Enhanced trade qualifications cross training in other disciplines such as electrical training
• Health & Safety qualification
• Trained First Aider at Work
• 5 GCSEs at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of H&SaWA and its relevance to the role
• Knowledge and understanding of building services/trades
• Safe working practices
• Computer recording programmes pertinent to the role

Desirable

• Detailed knowledge of Estate and services
• Good knowledge of the organisation structure
• Level of understanding of other roles
• Mechanical and Electrical craft knowledge

Specific skills

Essential

• A Good communication skills
• Reasonable level of technical ability
• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport

Desirable

• High level of technical ability relative to the role

Experience

Essential

• Experienced in the maintenance and repair of Electro-mechanical equipment
• Previous experience of electrical controls associated with heating and domestic hot water systems. Familiarity with computerised Building Management System
• Permit to Work systems

Desirable

• Previous experience of specialist healthcare systems such as steriliser and washer/disinfector maintenance or of hospital maintenance routines
• Experience in the role within a healthcare environment
• Ability to carry out all aspects of the role without additional supervision

Additional requirements

Essential

• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a maintenance team to provide an effective service to client groups
• Ability to get on with people
• Willingness to undergo training
• Customer focused
• Flexible approach

Desirable

• Self-motivated