Maintenance Technician - Mechanical or Electrical
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Position Overview & Specifications
We have an opportunity for an experienced Engineer with either Mechanical or Electrical background to join our team and provide flexible maintenance across the Demelza estate, in line with statutory and Demelza regulations. You will provide a high-quality maintenance service to all infrastructure, plant and services.
You will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance work on plant/machinery, domestic hot and cold-water systems, drainage, air conditioning and ventilation plant.
You will have recent relevant experience in a similar role, able to demonstrate competence to carry out electrical isolations/ maintenance safely. You will need to have a flexible approach and be prepared to undertake building maintenance demands on other disciplines, assisting with tasks outside of your core skills but within established competence to meet service needs.
This role requires regular travel across our operating region. Full driving licence and access to own vehicle for business use or access to reliable transport arrangements - will be essential. There will be a requirement to be part of an on-call rota.
Demelza offers a large range of benefits and rewards. Head to our Benefits, Rewards and Wellbeing page, found under the Work with Us section on our website.
We may close the vacancy early when we have reached a maximum number of applications. You are advised to submit your application in full as early as possible as we will interview promptly. This may differ from the advertised interview date.
Demelza provides specialist care and emotional support for children and young people with serious and terminal conditions and their loved ones, across Kent, East Sussex and South East London. Every role at Demelza contributes and impacts on our ability to support each child, young person and their family achieve the best possible life, whatever their challenges.
Apply now to join #TeamDemelza and be part of our passion and dedication to be there when we are needed the most.
For an informal chat please call Dave Bruce, Lead Engineer, on 01795 845246.
Closing Date - Sunday 26th March 2023
Interview Date - Wednesday 5th April 2023
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A DBS Disclosure check may be undertaken dependant on role. Demelza is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No 1039651. Demelza is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To see how we process your data, please visit our website and view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Maintenance Technician - Mechanical or Electrical roles across Demelza Hospice Care for Children's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £27,043 - £27,043 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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