Band 4 Painter & Decorator Craftsperson
The closing date is 24 October 2025
Job summary
*Perform unsupervised work including activities that may be demanding and/or non-routine.
*Responsible for testing, maintenance and fault finding on all building elements, plant and equipment including but not limited to:
oFire compartmentation.
oSecurity, access control, keys, and locks
oControlled drug storage units
oRoofing
oDoors and Hardware
oBuilding structure and partition walling
oFlooring and flooring finishes
oGlazing
oFixtures, fittings, and furniture
oTower Scaffolding
oWoodworking machinery
oConstruction site plant
oTransport vehicles.
*Work under own initiative to undertake maintenance, repairs, minor improvements, and capital work across the trust as directed, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.
*To undertake training for new practices, procedures, and equipment.
Main duties of the job
*To undertake all work activities as requested by the Building Supervisor/Estates Officer.
*To work in accordance with Trust safety rules and procedures at all times.
*To be prepared to work in hazardous areas taking all safety measures to prevent danger, avoid injury and prevent damage to equipment.
*To actively participate in the operation and control of building planned maintenance schemes.
*To actively participate in the operation of facilities labour control scheme, by completion of all paperwork and reports as required by the scheme.
*Carry out all work on equipment as required by the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, COSHH Regulations, Building and Construction Regulations and the Trust's Safety Policy.
*To carry out building surveys and compile data, as and when instructed by line managers.
*To work overtime to carry out repairs/maintenance not possible during normal hours.
*To liaise with the Building Supervisor regarding plant or equipment failures, or deviations to regulations, and to request the supply of goods and/or services as necessary.
*At all times when on duty or on call, to carry Trust communication devices such as mobile telephones, two-way radios, or pagers to facilitate immediate response to emergencies.
*Interpret and apply PUWER 1998 Regulations, the Construction Health, Safety and Welfare Regulations 1996 and the DDA Regulations 1999.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Details
Date posted
10 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
304-9011004
Job locations
Good Hope Hospital
Rectory Rd
Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands
B75 7RR
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Good Hope Hospital
Rectory Rd
Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands
B75 7RR
Employer's website
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