Carpenter | Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 18 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £22,816 - £27,596 Pro Rata Per Annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 May 2024 |
| Location: | Dorchester, DT1 2JY |
| Company: | Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6229574/405-24-E201CARP |
Summary
To carry out maintenance works on internal and external fabric of the Trust Estate and where necessary assist in the allocation and supervision of others work. To be responsible for cooperating with and advising a multi-disciplined workforce on suitable methods and techniques and resources, undertaking work associated with all building fabric and equipment within the Trust’s Establishments.
Assist and deputise for the Lead Carpenter in providing technical support to estates staff and contractors on issues that are complex and non-routine including the regulatory compliance of fire doors as part of a maintenance programme. Follow departmental and Trusts operating policies and procedures guided by building and H & S regulations when undertaking this role and works closely with the Estates Officer but also independently without regular supervision.
The Post holder will follow departmental and Trusts operating policies and procedures when undertaking this role and work independently without regular supervision, reporting to the Lead Carpenter and Fabric Team Supervisor.
Assist and deputise for the Lead Carpenter in providing technical support to estates staff and contractors on issues that are complex and non-routine including the regulatory compliance of fire doors as part of a maintenance programme. Follow departmental and Trusts operating policies and procedures guided by building and H & S regulations when undertaking this role and works closely with the Estates Officer but also independently without regular supervision.
The Post holder will follow departmental and Trusts operating policies and procedures when undertaking this role and work independently without regular supervision, reporting to the Lead Carpenter and Fabric Team Supervisor.
Our mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them so we are seeking outstanding people who share our Trust values of teamwork, integrity, respect and excellence.
On joining our Trust, you will be welcomed into a friendly and supportive environment invested in your ongoing training and development.
I would encourage you to read on to discover why you should join us on our journey to becoming the best performing trust in the country, and wish you all the very best in your application.
• Support the Lead Carpenter/Fabric Supervisor in providing quotations to other departments based on time and material costs.
• To support and in the absence of the Lead carpenter, plan maintenance activities including staff availability and overtime, sourcing supplies.
• To assist with the maintenance of stock and supplies for the Estates Department.
• To ensure that safety procedures are observed in the use of plant, equipment, materials and working procedures and ensure that a safe working environment is maintained at all times in accordance with Health & Safety Regulation.
• To assist with induction training of new staff and to train new and existing staff in the application of new equipment and procedures.
• To work outside his/her trade in the event of an emergency or as directed by the Estates Officer/Head of Estates
• To be able to drive and hold a clean driving license.
• Any other duties as delegated by the Estates Officer relevant to the post/department.
This advert closes on Monday 29 Apr 2024
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