Building Craftsman Carpenter

Serco; Colney; Presencial; GBP 28 000 - 34 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

27 days + bank holidays

Pension scheme (up to 6%)

Internal training courses

Employee assistance program

Resumo da oferta

Serco at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital in Norwich is seeking a Carpenter to join the Estates team on a permanent, full-time basis. You will carry out maintenance, repairs and refurbishment works to keep hospital facilities safe, functional and fit for purpose, contributing to a healthy environment for patients and staff.

The role requires NVQ2/City & Guilds or equivalent, and offers a competitive salary (£30,785 per annum) plus excellent benefits, with on-call duties and opportunities

Qualificações

• NVQ Level 2 minimum or City and Guilds qualification or equivalent practical experience in building trades.
• Proven knowledge of building maintenance, repair techniques and construction methods.
• Ability to identify faults and implement practical solutions.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out building maintenance, repairs and refurbishment within core trade.
• Complete planned and reactive maintenance across the hospital estate.
• Work independently to diagnose fabric defects and implement solutions.
• Support audits, surveys and inspections as required.
• Contribute to on-call rota and emergency maintenance.

Conhecimentos

Building maintenance

Repair techniques

Fault diagnosis

Communication

Teamwork

Formação académica

NVQ Level 2/City & Guilds

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Serco: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, NR4 7UY

Permanent, Full Time (Monday to Friday with participation in an emergency on-call rota as required)

£30,785 per annum + excellent benefits

Ready to impact a better future?

As a Carpenter in our Estates team at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, you'll help maintain and improve a critical healthcare environment that supports patients, visitors and healthcare professionals every day. Your expertise will ensure the hospital's buildings remain safe, functional and fit for purpose.

Our work touches lives, and your work has purpose. From carrying out repairs and maintenance to supporting new works projects, you'll play an important role in creating and maintaining environments where healthcare can be delivered effectively. Working alongside a dedicated team, you'll have opportunities for growth while making a positive impact on the community we serve.

What You’ll Do As a Carpenter

• Carry out building maintenance, repairs and refurbishment works within your core trade discipline.
• Complete planned and reactive maintenance activities across the hospital estate.
• Assist with other trade activities where required, following appropriate training and supervision.
• Work independently to diagnose building fabric defects and implement effective solutions.
• Support new works and improvement projects as directed by supervisors and management.
• Maintain accurate records, timesheets and other work-related documentation.
• Contribute to audits, surveys and inspections as required.
• Participate in the emergency on-call rota and respond to urgent maintenance issues.
• Support the development and induction of apprentices, trainees and new colleagues.
• Comply with all health and safety policies, procedures and legislation.

Does this sound like you?

• NVQ Level 2 minimum or City and Guilds qualification, apprenticeship, relevant certification or equivalent practical experience within a building trade.
• Proven knowledge of building maintenance, repair techniques and construction methods.
• Ability to identify faults, assess issues and determine practical solutions.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and customers.
• Ability to work under pressure, use your own initiative and adapt to changing priorities.
• Commitment to high standards of health and safety and customer service.

What We Offer

• 27 days plus bank holidays (increasing to 29 and 33 days respectively after 5 and 10 years’ service)
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (we currently offer over 60 different apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service
• Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
• Paid volunteering day, tax‑free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity
• Our employee networks support connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including veterans, LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

Vetting and checks

A Standard DBS check will be carried out for this position. This includes spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and warnings as permitted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. An Occupational Health Questionnaire will also be completed so we can ensure you have the necessary support to perform your duties.

A Little Bit About Us

At Serco, everyone plays a vital part in delivering essential public services that make a real difference. As a global team of 50,000 people across Defence, Transport, Justice, Immigration, Healthcare, Leisure and Citizen Services, we’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the services that communities rely on. Guided by our values of Trust, Care, Innovation and Pride, our people make meaningful impact, every single day.

Our Inclusive Recruitment Commitment

We prioritise your skills and potential. As a Disability Confident Leader, the Top Great British Employer of Veterans 2026, and a Gold Inclusive Employer Standard holder, we champion equal opportunities for all. We offer flexible and hybrid working where possible and make reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment.

• Guaranteed Interview Scheme: Applicants with disabilities, veterans and people with convictions, who meet the minimum job criteria, are guaranteed an interview. Simply opt into the relevant scheme on the application form.
• Ban The Box: We also support fair access for those with unspent criminal convictions through our ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some roles may have security exemptions).