St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Building Craftsperson

The closing date is 26 December 2025

Job summary

** Must have minimum NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 plumbing qualification **

The Building Craftsperson role at St George's Hospital involves delivering both planned and reactive maintenance services. You'll be integral in ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational procedures. The position requires an understanding of complex building services in a healthcare setting. Your work will support the hospital's maintenance strategy. Flexibility and multi-skilling across various trades are essential.

Main duties of the job

Diagnose and repair faults in building fabric and associated engineering services. Use relevant tools and equipment to meet Standard Codes of Practice. Prioritise and plan work activities to ensure service requirements are met. Assist in new works and repairs across multiple disciplines. Monitor and control building systems to optimise energy efficiency.

About us

Join a dedicated Estates & Facilities team at St George's Hospital. We are committed to providing a safe, attractive, and fully operational environment for staff, patients, and visitors. You'll contribute to sustaining healthcare operations and business continuity. We value professional development and offer ongoing training opportunities. Be part of a team that prioritises excellence, safety, and efficiency.

Details

Date posted

12 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£33,094 to £36,195 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

200-713039-DE-CA

Job locations

St Georges Hospital Site

Blackshaw Road

Tooting, London

SW17 0QT


Job description

Job responsibilities

The role includes both reactive and planned maintenance of building services with more emphasis on plumbing jobs. You'll provide technical support for capital projects and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Responsibilities include managing repairs, conducting risk assessments, and supervising maintenance assistants and apprentices. Effective communication and the use of IT systems for monitoring and control are crucial. You'll also participate in emergency response arrangements as needed.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role includes both reactive and planned maintenance of building services with more emphasis on plumbing jobs. You'll provide technical support for capital projects and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Responsibilities include managing repairs, conducting risk assessments, and supervising maintenance assistants and apprentices. Effective communication and the use of IT systems for monitoring and control are crucial. You'll also participate in emergency response arrangements as needed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant Engineering Training Certificates

Desirable

  • Degree in Engineering Discipline

Experience

Essential

  • Healthcare Engineering Experience.

Desirable

  • Other relevant training

Experience

Essential

  • Hands on experience in plumbing

Desirable

  • Experince in rectifying leaks and pipework fabrication
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant Engineering Training Certificates

Desirable

  • Degree in Engineering Discipline

Experience

Essential

  • Healthcare Engineering Experience.

Desirable

  • Other relevant training

Experience

Essential

  • Hands on experience in plumbing

Desirable

  • Experince in rectifying leaks and pipework fabrication

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.

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Hospital Site

Blackshaw Road

Tooting, London

SW17 0QT


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Hospital Site

Blackshaw Road

Tooting, London

SW17 0QT


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Engineering Manager - Buildings

Kevin Pedro

Kevin.Pedro@stgeorges.nhs.uk

07738672879

Details

Date posted

12 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£33,094 to £36,195 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

200-713039-DE-CA

Job locations

St Georges Hospital Site

Blackshaw Road

Tooting, London

SW17 0QT


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