Plumbing and Heating Engineer
Abergavenny, Wales, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 3 days ago
We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics, including disabled and neurodiverse candidates and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications made in English.
Each job advert includes the relevant manager’s contact details, and you are encouraged to discuss any adjustments you may require directly with them. There is no obligation to disclose any personal or medical information—simply let us know what support would help you to participate fully.
Please let us know if you have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application and selection process. We will be pleased to discuss any reasonable adjustments or support needed. If you need any documents in a larger font or a different format (such as braille) please either contact the recruiting manager named in the job advert or alternatively contact the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team on 01495 745805 option 3 or email abb.vacancyrequests@wales.nhs.uk
If you are successful at interview for this post you will receive your conditional offer of appointment and information pack via email.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post. If you are short listed for this post, you will be contacted via your email account you used to apply for this post, therefore please check your account regularly.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board support flexible working.
Health Board grounds are required to be smoke-free by law. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on ABUHB sites. This applies to all staff, contractors, patients and visitors. More details are available in our Smoke-Free Environment Policy . For help to quit smoking please contact our Help Me Quit Team About Help Me Quit - Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process
The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Plumbing & Heating Engineer to join our Estates Team within Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. You will support the safe and effective delivery of patient care by maintaining essential building services and mechanical systems across our sites.
This advert covers potential vacancies across Aneurin Bevan University Health Board's Pan-Gwent sites, namely Nevill Hall Hospital, Abergavenny; Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport; Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, Caerphilly; and The Grange University Hospital, Cwmbran. Successful applicants may be required to work flexibly across more than one site. Flexible working options may be discussed during the recruitment process.
Apply Now
If you are an enthusiastic and skilled Plumbing & Heating Engineer looking for a rewarding opportunity within the NHS, we would be delighted to receive your application.
Main duties of the job
As a Plumbing & Heating Engineer, You Will
Carry out planned, reactive, and emergency maintenance on a wide range of mechanical, plumbing, and heating systems.
Diagnose and repair complex faults on plant, equipment, and building services.
Work On Systems Including
Heating and hot water systems
Air Handling Units (including theatre environments)
Compressed air systems
Steam and pressurised systems
BMS controls
Domestic plumbing, sanitary ware, and drainage
Liaise with clinical and non‑clinical staff to minimise disruption to patient areas.
Participate in shift cover, shift relief, and/or on‑call duties as required.
Ensure compliance with HTMs, Water Regulations, ACOP L8, Health Board procedures and safe systems of work.
Provide technical advice and support to colleagues, contractors, and apprentices.
Maintain accurate records to support statutory compliance.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your speciality or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 employing over 16,000 staff
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home providing high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is committed to maintaining safe, comfortable, and effective environments for patients, staff, and visitors. Our Estates team plays a key role in achieving this
Qualifications And Knowledge
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Each job advert includes the relevant manager’s contact details, and you are encouraged to discuss any adjustments you may require directly with them. There is no obligation to disclose any personal or medical information—simply let us know what support would help you to participate fully.
Please let us know if you have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application and selection process. We will be pleased to discuss any reasonable adjustments or support needed. If you need any documents in a larger font or a different format (such as braille) please either contact the recruiting manager named in the job advert or alternatively contact the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team on 01495 745805 option 3 or email abb.vacancyrequests@wales.nhs.uk
If you are successful at interview for this post you will receive your conditional offer of appointment and information pack via email.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post. If you are short listed for this post, you will be contacted via your email account you used to apply for this post, therefore please check your account regularly.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board support flexible working.
Health Board grounds are required to be smoke-free by law. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on ABUHB sites. This applies to all staff, contractors, patients and visitors. More details are available in our Smoke-Free Environment Policy . For help to quit smoking please contact our Help Me Quit Team About Help Me Quit - Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process
The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Plumbing & Heating Engineer to join our Estates Team within Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. You will support the safe and effective delivery of patient care by maintaining essential building services and mechanical systems across our sites.
This advert covers potential vacancies across Aneurin Bevan University Health Board's Pan-Gwent sites, namely Nevill Hall Hospital, Abergavenny; Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport; Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, Caerphilly; and The Grange University Hospital, Cwmbran. Successful applicants may be required to work flexibly across more than one site. Flexible working options may be discussed during the recruitment process.
Apply Now
If you are an enthusiastic and skilled Plumbing & Heating Engineer looking for a rewarding opportunity within the NHS, we would be delighted to receive your application.
Main duties of the job
As a Plumbing & Heating Engineer, You Will
Carry out planned, reactive, and emergency maintenance on a wide range of mechanical, plumbing, and heating systems.
Diagnose and repair complex faults on plant, equipment, and building services.
Work On Systems Including
Heating and hot water systems
Air Handling Units (including theatre environments)
Compressed air systems
Steam and pressurised systems
BMS controls
Domestic plumbing, sanitary ware, and drainage
Liaise with clinical and non‑clinical staff to minimise disruption to patient areas.
Participate in shift cover, shift relief, and/or on‑call duties as required.
Ensure compliance with HTMs, Water Regulations, ACOP L8, Health Board procedures and safe systems of work.
Provide technical advice and support to colleagues, contractors, and apprentices.
Maintain accurate records to support statutory compliance.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your speciality or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 employing over 16,000 staff
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home providing high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is committed to maintaining safe, comfortable, and effective environments for patients, staff, and visitors. Our Estates team plays a key role in achieving this
Qualifications And Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Completed an accredited Mechanical apprenticeship training course to a minimum level 3 vocational qualification or equivalent plus relevant training or equivalent experience, plus additional training and developed skills e.g. air conditioning
- High level of knowledge and understanding of electrical/mechanical services/systems and a working knowledge of other associated trades. Familiarity with approved guidance documents
- Evidence of significant CPD
- JIB Registration
- Knowledge of Health Technical Memoranda
- General awareness of other engineering maintenance related statutory legislation
Essential criteria
- H&V Systems
- LTHW Systems
- DHW Systems
- BMS engineering maintenance
- Completion of a structured training programme
- Previous experience of working within the NHS
Essential criteria
- Excellent communication skills. Willing to develop individual knowledge
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Current Full Driving licence
- Highly motivated, enthusiastic, conscientious
- Participate in on-call and/or shift relief duties
- Available to undertake overtime
- Motivation skills
- Experience in team leading
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Essential criteria
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work as part of a team
