About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a skilled Building Technician with a strong background in carpentry and building fabric maintenance to join our Estates team. This role focuses on the ongoing repair and upkeep of doors, windows, locks, flooring and general building elements across a busy healthcare environment.
You will carry out a wide range of planned and reactive maintenance tasks, including door and lock repairs, adjustments, glazing fixes, flooring maintenance, and general fabric repairs to ensure buildings remain safe, secure and compliant. Using your practical expertise, you will diagnose faults and complete high-quality repairs that support the day-to-day operation of clinical and non-clinical areas.
Working closely with colleagues, contractors and Trust staff, you will deliver maintenance services with minimal disruption, maintaining high standards of safety and customer care. You will also support minor refurbishment works, supervise tasks where appropriate, and assist in mentoring apprentices and team members. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional with strong carpentry skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to work independently across a variety of building fabric repairs in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
Main duties of the job
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to the building fabric, including doors, windows, locks, flooring and associated fixtures. Undertake fault finding, diagnosis and repair of building elements to maintain a safe, secure and functional environment. Perform preventative maintenance tasks to reduce breakdowns and improve the longevity of estate assets. Work from technical drawings, specifications and manufacturer guidance to complete maintenance tasks safely and effectively. Use appropriate tools, equipment and test instruments for maintenance and fault diagnosis. Maintain accurate job records, logbooks and maintenance documentation, including use of electronic systems. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, Trust policies and relevant standards (HTMs). Work independently and as part of a team, responding flexibly to urgent maintenance demands. Liaise with colleagues, contractors and clinical staff to plan and deliver maintenance with minimal disruption. Assist in supervising tasks, mentoring apprentices and supporting other team members as required. Support minor refurbishment and improvement works relating to building fabric maintenance. Participate in training and continuous professional development to maintain skills and knowledge.
About us
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
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Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Completion of recognised Trade / CITB / EITB or EnTra apprenticeship Relevant City and Guilds / BTEC ONC At least 3 years other approved qualification and training to at least NVQ level 3 in a building discipline Within 1 year of recruitment to attain via relevant training and appointment; Competent Person status, as required and relevant to the post for: oHTM 05 Fire Confined Space training
Desirable
Qualifications in another Trade Manual Handling European Computer Driving License (ECDL) level Module 7 IPAF
Experience Essential
Operation, maintenance and repair of complex NHS or equivalent building stock, its fabric, services, plant and equipment
Desirable
Experience of working in an Acute Hospital environment
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Essential
Sound diagnostic and analytical skills with good problem-solving abilities Knowledge and understanding of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines with minimum supervision in a demand driven service Self motivated Adaptable to change Ability to work at height from appropriate equipment Good IT skills Good written and verbal communication skills Able to give and receive training appropriate to responsibilities and service needs including those outlined within the 'Desirable' section of the Person Specification as required under the Knowledge & Skills framework (KSF) Ability to understand and apply Operation and Maintenance (O & M) documents and techniques in the process of repairing and maintaining plant, services and equipment Good understanding of Health and Safety at work, including Risk assessment and control measures including PPE requirements and specific Hazards relevant to the work activities Customer care
Desirable
Working knowledge and experience of other trades' skills
Other Essential
Capable of working in confined and restricted spaces using appropriate PPE Full UK driving license Reliable work record DBS clearance Use Trust vehicles to travel to Trust sites to carry out duties defined within the job description Evidence that personal behaviour reflects Trust Values
Desirable
Prepared to undertake overtime work as appropriate and be flexible around the service needs
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 East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Conquest Hospital
The Ridge
St Leonard's On Sea
TN377RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)