Job overview
The James Paget Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to recruit a Building & Carpentry Tradesperson to join their busy Estates & Planning Department.
We are seeking a highly motivated & professional individual to work full time over 5 days. The successful candidates will participate in the maintenance of the hospitals building structure and fabric.
You will assist a multi-skilled team of tradespeople in carrying out maintenance within a range of healthcare buildings, working in close proximity to patients and the general public, therefore good communication skills are essential.
Main duties of the job
You will undertake a range of building and carpentry based tasks, including the repair and routine maintenance of the building fabric & structure, whilst at all times observing all relevant Health and Safety Guidelines and Regulations.
You will be expected to possess relevant qualifications as identified within the Person Specification and/or be able to demonstrate proven practical knowledge through experience.
You will have a flexible approach and be able to work well within an established maintenance team undertaking overtime when required. You will demonstrate a good knowledge of working in building maintenance and repairs and have experience of using a range of woodworking machinery and tools.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for a full, comprehensive overview for this position.
Person specification
Essential
Essential
- Completion of a structured training program (Apprencticeship) in Carpentry & Joinery.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a maintenance service
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This advert is for Building & Carpentry Tradesperson with James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Great Yarmouth, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £28,392 - £31,157 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 06 Aug 2026.
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