Craftsperson - Painter

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

The closing date is 13 October 2024

Job summary

The Multi Skilled Building Craftsperson to provide a comprehensive Healthcare maintenance service to all wards and departments within a multidisciplinary environment, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.

To carry out planned and reactive maintenance task to a high standard that is commensurate with the skills and experience for the role. The post holder will be reporting, on a day to day basis, to the Estates Supervisor and Estates maintenance managers. However, will carry out routine duties referring to SOP's as and when required. Undertake unsupervised routine maintenance and minor repair works.. To assist other trades as required by the Maintenance Supervisor.

To use all relevant tools and equipment. Understanding how to manipulate fine tools and equipment when repairing equipment, plant locks and other complex tasks. To maintain the workshops, stores, switch-rooms, boilerhouse and plant-rooms and the surrounding areas clean and tidy as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Compliance with all statutory regulations including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.To ensure that all policies and procedures laid down by the Trust are strictly complied with. Assist higher skill grades on new work and repairs.

To undertake training as necessary to ensure that the knowledge and skills base is maintained and developed to meet the requirements of current and future services and changes in legislation.

Main duties of the job

Undertake all Joinery/Building and Painting works to all hospital property, internally and externally, to a high quality and acceptable craft standards and approved methods of working.

Be able to erect scaffolds, ladders and working platforms and carry out work as required.

Work from independent scaffolds and towers and similar access equipment.

Work with all types of paint systems, internally and externally, including preservatives and protective coatings.

Application of all types of wall coverings including wallpaper, vinyl, propriety paint systems, and spray paint finishes/glaze. Perform a range of additional craftsperson duties such as glazing, plastering, filing, replacing of suspended ceilings, bricklaying, mortar repairs, minor roof repairs, guttering, shuttering of concrete, vinyl flooring repairs and patching along with other building fabric repairs.

Have experience in key cutting and the repair of door locks.

Have the ability to interpret technical detailed manuals undertake fault diagnosis and solving of maintenance problems.

Communicate technical knowledge to others particularly in the safe use of fixed woodworking machinery and other portable power tools, cement mixers and other maintenance equipment.

Use and operate the Estates CAFM computerised labour management system. Plan and prioritise own workload.

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

  • high-quality care for all,
  • being a great place to work,
  • partnerships for impact, and
  • research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

  • we are compassionate,
  • we are proud,
  • we are inclusive, and
  • we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Date posted

13 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

358-6594013-EF

Job locations

Leicester General Hospital

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

LE5 4PW


Job description

Job responsibilities

Diagnose, repair undertake fault finding and be conversant with specialist items of ironmongery and hardware, including locks digital locks and mortice locks, closers, door and floor springs, and window gear

Undertake Building Planned Preventative Maintenance to include statutory fire door and window checks, and other patient related items bed side lockers etc.

Understand fully the inter-relationship between all trades, both building and engineering.

To undertake training as necessary to ensure that the knowledge and skills base is maintained and developed to meet the requirements of current and future engineering services and changes in legislation.

Carry out work in accordance with current legislation, codes of practice and best practice guidance

Financial management assist in the management of the estates revenue and capital budgets in line with delegated authorisation limits and in accordance with the Trust policies and procedures.

To be able to work overtime at short notice if available to do so, depending on the needs of the Trust.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Diagnose, repair undertake fault finding and be conversant with specialist items of ironmongery and hardware, including locks digital locks and mortice locks, closers, door and floor springs, and window gear

Undertake Building Planned Preventative Maintenance to include statutory fire door and window checks, and other patient related items bed side lockers etc.

Understand fully the inter-relationship between all trades, both building and engineering.

To undertake training as necessary to ensure that the knowledge and skills base is maintained and developed to meet the requirements of current and future engineering services and changes in legislation.

Carry out work in accordance with current legislation, codes of practice and best practice guidance

Financial management assist in the management of the estates revenue and capital budgets in line with delegated authorisation limits and in accordance with the Trust policies and procedures.

To be able to work overtime at short notice if available to do so, depending on the needs of the Trust.

Person Specification

Other Requirments

Essential

  • Must have a driving licence and be able to travel between sites at short notice

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • Must be able to demonstrate behaviors consistent with Trusts Values And Behaviours

Training & Qualifications

Essential

  • Recognised Trade Apprenticeship in Carpentry or Building or Painting
  • City & Guilds Certificate or NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry / Joinery/Painting or Building or equivalent relevant experience
  • Safe in the Use of Woodwork Machines and Construction tools

Experience

Essential

  • Significant working experience in the Building Environment
  • Experience of working within a large industrial commercial environment
  • Sound Knowledge of the standard and specialist aspects of carpentry and joinery / painting and building
  • Demonstrate ability to sustain initiative and direction under difficult circumstances

Desirable

  • At least 2 years' experience in a large complex organisation
  • Acute or Non-Acute Hospital Environment
  • A thorough understanding of Healthcare Building environment
  • A thorough working knowledge of Statutory, Mandatory and best practice guidance / regulations
  • Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and ability to carry out risk assessments of sites and audits of services

Communication and relationshio skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability and confidence to liaise with all services and trades
  • Ability to handle sensitive information in line with confidentiality
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills at all levels internally and externally

Desirable

  • Be Able to deal with complaints and queries in a professional and informative manner

Analytical and judgement skills

Essential

  • Must be able to use own initiative without direct supervision
  • Must be able to multitask and deal with frequent interruptions when carrying out complex tasks
  • Must have excellent attention to detail with a high level of precision and accuracy

Planning and Organisational skills

Essential

  • Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage difficult situations and prioritise workloads.
  • Ability to forward plan and delegate tasks and have the confidence to do so.

Physical Skills

Essential

  • Ability to job with enthusiasm and vigor
  • Be flexible with working hours when incidents occur that could have impact on service delivery

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
  • All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Person Specification

Other Requirments

Essential

  • Must have a driving licence and be able to travel between sites at short notice

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • Must be able to demonstrate behaviors consistent with Trusts Values And Behaviours

Training & Qualifications

Essential

  • Recognised Trade Apprenticeship in Carpentry or Building or Painting
  • City & Guilds Certificate or NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry / Joinery/Painting or Building or equivalent relevant experience
  • Safe in the Use of Woodwork Machines and Construction tools

Experience

Essential

  • Significant working experience in the Building Environment
  • Experience of working within a large industrial commercial environment
  • Sound Knowledge of the standard and specialist aspects of carpentry and joinery / painting and building
  • Demonstrate ability to sustain initiative and direction under difficult circumstances

Desirable

  • At least 2 years' experience in a large complex organisation
  • Acute or Non-Acute Hospital Environment
  • A thorough understanding of Healthcare Building environment
  • A thorough working knowledge of Statutory, Mandatory and best practice guidance / regulations
  • Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and ability to carry out risk assessments of sites and audits of services

Communication and relationshio skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability and confidence to liaise with all services and trades
  • Ability to handle sensitive information in line with confidentiality
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills at all levels internally and externally

Desirable

  • Be Able to deal with complaints and queries in a professional and informative manner

Analytical and judgement skills

Essential

  • Must be able to use own initiative without direct supervision
  • Must be able to multitask and deal with frequent interruptions when carrying out complex tasks
  • Must have excellent attention to detail with a high level of precision and accuracy

Planning and Organisational skills

Essential

  • Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage difficult situations and prioritise workloads.
  • Ability to forward plan and delegate tasks and have the confidence to do so.

Physical Skills

Essential

  • Ability to job with enthusiasm and vigor
  • Be flexible with working hours when incidents occur that could have impact on service delivery

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
  • All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester General Hospital

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

LE5 4PW


Employer's website

https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester General Hospital

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

LE5 4PW


Employer's website

https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Estates Manager

Lee Hines

lee.hines@uhl-tr.nhs.uk

01162583562

Date posted

13 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

358-6594013-EF

Job locations

Leicester General Hospital

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

LE5 4PW


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