Estates Maintenance Craftsperson (Joiner)

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a skilled carpenter to join their dynamic estates team. In this role, you will undertake a variety of joinery and carpentry tasks, ensuring the safety and functionality of facilities. Your expertise will be pivotal in maintaining high standards of building maintenance and supporting refurbishment projects. With a commitment to quality and safety, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to essential services in a complex environment. If you have a passion for craftsmanship and a desire to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in joinery and carpentry with a focus on repairs and installations.
• Ability to operate woodworking machinery safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine carpentry works including repairs and installations.
• Respond to emergency situations and perform planned maintenance tasks.

Skills

Joinery and Carpentry

Woodworking Machinery Operation

Fire Door Maintenance

Building Fabric Repairs

Emergency Response

Planned Preventative Maintenance

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry and Joinery

Relevant Trade Qualifications

Tools

PDA/iPad for Record Keeping

Woodworking Tools

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Undertake routine and non-routine joinery and carpentry works, including repairs, installations, and minor alterations to doors, windows, locks, fixtures, fittings, partitions, and general building fabric.
2. Operate and maintain woodworking machinery and associated tools, ensuring safe and effective use at all times.
3. Perform repairs and maintenance on fire doors, fire protection systems, glazing units, suspended ceilings, curtain track systems, and furniture.
4. Support minor building works and refurbishment projects, including dry lining, wall cladding, tiling, plastering, and the installation of passive fire protection measures.
5. Respond promptly to emergency situations such as fires, floods, or lift entrapments, taking appropriate action to ensure safety.
6. Carry out planned preventative maintenance, statutory inspections, and reactive maintenance tasks in line with service schedules.
7. Maintain accurate records of work completed, materials used, and compliance activities via electronic systems (e.g., PDA/iPad).
8. Collaborate with other estates disciplines (mechanical, electrical, etc.) to support a multi-skilled team approach.
9. Provide advice, support, and instruction to apprentices, colleagues, and contractors when required.

About CHS

We understand the differences in delivering our services in complex environments and have a flexible approach to meet the needs of our customers. Our Estates and Facilities Management functions, alongside our Medical Engineering, Decontamination, and Procurement services, provide:

• Fully managed estate and building maintenance
• Medical engineering/equipment maintenance and decontamination
• Procurement advice, guidance, and governance
• Capital project management
• Transport, grounds maintenance, portering, catering, and cleaning (including robot and deep cleaning)

All services are provided to nationally recognized standards, ensuring your premises and equipment are maintained to the highest quality, fostering confidence among your customers.

Contact

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Lee Sinnott
• Job Title: Senior Estates Manager
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]