Maintenance Carpenter

Job title:

Maintenance Carpenter

Company

NHS

Job description

We are looking for a Maintenance Carpenter To work as a member of a multi-tasking maintenance team providing professional and technical expertise within an effective and efficient customer focused maintenance service to provide a fit for purpose estate and environment to all Trust owned, leased or rented properties.The post will be Initially based at Springfield Hospital and will be required to be based or work in any property owned, leased or rented by the Trust. This role includes on call duties.Main duties of the jobTo work as a member of a multi-tasking maintenance team providing professional and technical expertise within an effective and efficient customer focused maintenance service to provide a fit for purpose estate and environment to all Trust owned, leased or rented properties.The post holder is also accountable within the facilities Department to ensure adequate processes and procedures exist for the improvement, promotion and delivery of safe, quality and value for money services. This responsibility extends to contributing to all necessary auditing procedures and ensuring the Maintenance Department promotes itself through effective communication to all customers.About usWe are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust.We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as ‘good’ – we aspire to be ‘outstanding’.This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services.We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.We offer flexible working, career development and a variety ofbenefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey.Date posted31 December 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 4Salary£31,944 to £34,937 a year per annum inclusive of inner London HCASContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number294-CORP-6900184-JB-AJob locationsSpringfield University Hospital15 Springfield DriveLondonSW17 0YFJob descriptionJob responsibilities

• To carry out all work in a safe and efficient manner and bring to the attention of the Supervisors and management any known defect requiring further attention.
• To liaise with contractors in regards to minor project work.
• To attend a process of effective communication/team briefing, with supervisors under sphere of responsibility.
• To communicate with all disciplines in an effective manner using tact and diplomacy in often difficult situations ensuring confidentiality is maintained when appropriate.
• To communicate with supervisors to ensure that stores and equipment are kept at the correct levels to provide a quick efficient service.
• To communicate with ward managers, ward staff and customers any delays in maintenance requests as required to provide a customer focused service.
• To promote the delivery of safe, quality, value for money Maintenance Services across the Trust.
• To comply with statutory and mandatory requirements relating to Maintenance services and procedures.

Job descriptionJob responsibilities

• To carry out all work in a safe and efficient manner and bring to the attention of the Supervisors and management any known defect requiring further attention.
• To liaise with contractors in regards to minor project work.
• To attend a process of effective communication/team briefing, with supervisors under sphere of responsibility.
• To communicate with all disciplines in an effective manner using tact and diplomacy in often difficult situations ensuring confidentiality is maintained when appropriate.
• To communicate with supervisors to ensure that stores and equipment are kept at the correct levels to provide a quick efficient service.
• To communicate with ward managers, ward staff and customers any delays in maintenance requests as required to provide a customer focused service.
• To promote the delivery of safe, quality, value for money Maintenance Services across the Trust.
• To comply with statutory and mandatory requirements relating to Maintenance services and procedures.

Person SpecificationTraining & QualificationsEssential

• Carpentry & Joinery related City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Evidence of continuing professional and personal development
• Full and clean driving licence

ExperienceEssential

• Demonstrable experience of working in a range of Carpentry related services e.g. joinery, glazing, roofing, practical maintenance, installations and fault finding
• Experience of providing effective customer service

Desirable

• Experience and knowledge of other trades
• Experience of working with other trades
• Experience of working in a mental health environment

Knowledge & SkillsEssential

• Knowledge of the application of standards and regulations in regards to; Health & Safety, Fire Compartmentation, DDA, Asbestos handling, Estates HTM standards
• Ability to read building drawings
• Basic Numerate and literacy skills (level 1)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of our business and how it supports patient care
• Basic IT skills

Desirable

• Basic electrical and mechanical knowledge
• Basic heating and ventilation knowledge

Person SpecificationTraining & QualificationsEssential

• Carpentry & Joinery related City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Evidence of continuing professional and personal development
• Full and clean driving licence

ExperienceEssential

• Demonstrable experience of working in a range of Carpentry related services e.g. joinery, glazing, roofing, practical maintenance, installations and fault finding
• Experience of providing effective customer service

Desirable

• Experience and knowledge of other trades
• Experience of working with other trades
• Experience of working in a mental health environment

Knowledge & SkillsEssential

• Knowledge of the application of standards and regulations in regards to; Health & Safety, Fire Compartmentation, DDA, Asbestos handling, Estates HTM standards
• Ability to read building drawings
• Basic Numerate and literacy skills (level 1)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of our business and how it supports patient care
• Basic IT skills

Desirable

• Basic electrical and mechanical knowledge
• Basic heating and ventilation knowledge

Expected salary

£31944 – 34937 per year

Location

South West London

Job date

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 07:16:03 GMT

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