Building Services Craftsman (Mechanical)
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The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Building Services Craftsman (Mechanical)
The closing date is 18 November 2026
Job summary
The Estates Department operate and maintain, energy and environmental resources, controls, electrical and mechanical services providing power, lighting, heating, air conditioning to wards, outpatients and operating theatres. Estates directly impacts on patient welfare, frontline clinical care, infection prevention and control and energy efficiency and sustainability across the Estates Trust. We have an exciting opportunity for a committed highly self-motivated individual. The Royal Marsden is looking for a Building Services Craftsman (Electrical) to join the Estates Team in Chelsea. This is a highly valuable broad ranging role, which will expose the Building Services Craftsman (Electrcial) to the whole range of Estates services including mechanical, electrical, building & energy control systems and project management. The candidate must be highly proactive in all aspects of training and work undertaken, engage in active discussions about skills, techniques, methods and approach to tasks in order to develop to their full potential. Behaviour at all times must be conducted in a professional manner and consistent with Trust Values.
Main duties of the job
Work proactively with and support the Supervisor in delivering an optimised service:
- To undertake on-call and overtime including weekend work from time to time.
- To use their skills and opportunities in the role to enhance the service delivered by the Trust.
- Be part of a team of building services engineers and carry out work and tasks effectively and maximise productivity of this team.
- Maximise value from subcontractors and specialists.
- Conduct and communication with staff, visitors and patients is professional at all times;
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Details
Date posted
04 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£34,186 to £37,389 a year per annum inc HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
282-E1683-B
Job locations
Royal Marsden Chelsea
Fulham Road
SW3 6JJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification
2.1 To understand the workings of engineering services and systems in NHS/Trust premises. Ensuring that they are maintained to a high standard and that all plant and equipment are utilised in a safe and efficient manner.
2.2 Identify and communicate defects and action plans to the supervisor through physical inspections, when undertaking normal course of duties, reviewing statutory inspection reports, observations for the way building /plant /equipment is being operated and used and from information in the CAFM system
2.3 Support the development of quality management processes and capture tasks undertaken in simple flow charts reflecting the steps and procedures used.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification
2.1 To understand the workings of engineering services and systems in NHS/Trust premises. Ensuring that they are maintained to a high standard and that all plant and equipment are utilised in a safe and efficient manner.
2.2 Identify and communicate defects and action plans to the supervisor through physical inspections, when undertaking normal course of duties, reviewing statutory inspection reports, observations for the way building /plant /equipment is being operated and used and from information in the CAFM system
2.3 Support the development of quality management processes and capture tasks undertaken in simple flow charts reflecting the steps and procedures used.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Extensive experience working in an Engineering environment, and ability to demonstrate competency through skills gained and training courses.
- A recognised trade apprenticeship and educated to City & Guilds/NVQ in core skill, or equivalent working experience and responsibilities.
- A good standard of education
Desirable
- Service training certificates. Evidence of self-advancement
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience working in a service led maintenance environment working on a large variety of engineering services.
- Highly aware of Health & Safety issues as applied to building and engineering functions.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a large diverse organisation.
- Working in an ISO 9001 framework
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Professional expertise with a logical and systematic approach to work tasks
- Competence and confidence in dealing with a wide range of engineering equipment within the built environment.
- Knowledge of Engineering services in complex buildings and how they are installed and maintained.
Desirable
- Basic Electrical and building /carpentry training and certifications
- Attended courses and experience of using control and BEMS systems.
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Extensive experience working in an Engineering environment, and ability to demonstrate competency through skills gained and training courses.
- A recognised trade apprenticeship and educated to City & Guilds/NVQ in core skill, or equivalent working experience and responsibilities.
- A good standard of education
Desirable
- Service training certificates. Evidence of self-advancement
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience working in a service led maintenance environment working on a large variety of engineering services.
- Highly aware of Health & Safety issues as applied to building and engineering functions.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a large diverse organisation.
- Working in an ISO 9001 framework
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Professional expertise with a logical and systematic approach to work tasks
- Competence and confidence in dealing with a wide range of engineering equipment within the built environment.
- Knowledge of Engineering services in complex buildings and how they are installed and maintained.
Desirable
- Basic Electrical and building /carpentry training and certifications
- Attended courses and experience of using control and BEMS systems.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Marsden Chelsea
Fulham Road
SW3 6JJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Marsden Chelsea
Fulham Road
SW3 6JJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Business Manager
Laura Jaldin
Details
Date posted
04 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£34,186 to £37,389 a year per annum inc HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
282-E1683-B
Job locations
Royal Marsden Chelsea
Fulham Road
SW3 6JJ
United Kingdom
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