Maintenance Engineer / Plumber

Maintenance Engineer/plumber - 2 weeks, £220 pd (based on 8 working hrs)
Location: Lewisham Hospital
Rate: £220 pd (only umbrella PAYE payment)

We are seeking reliable and experienced Maintenance Mechanical operatives with strong mechanical skills to join the Facilities & Estates team at Lewisham Hospital.
This hands-on role is ideal for someone with solid plumbing/mechanical knowledge and experience working in a commercial, estates, or healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPMs), including drainage PPMs, strainer maintenance, and basic pump maintenance
Work across plant rooms and mechanical infrastructure to ensure smooth operation
Diagnose and resolve plumbing/mechanical faults independently where possible
Respond to reactive maintenance requests promptly and professionally
Follow hospital health & safety and operational procedures at all timesRequirements:

Proven experience as a maintenance plumber or mechanical engineer
Basic DBS certificate (essential to start) or enhanced in-date DBS
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detailDBS Requirements:
The initial contract is for a minimum of 2 weeks, and candidates with a clear Basic DBS can start.
However, an Enhanced DBS is generally required for this position. Candidates must either already hold a valid Enhanced DBS or be willing to apply for one. We can arrange the application, or the end client may arrange it if they are happy to retain the candidate for a longer period. The cost of the Enhanced DBS application must be covered by the candidate.

Contract Details:

2 weeks +
Rate: £220 pd, must be paid umbrella PAYE, no CIS or LTD payment (£23.70 ph PAYE, £27.50 umbrella PAYE)
Start: 09/11/2026Please apply to be considered, or call Gosia at Tech People on (phone number removed) for more information.
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