Job summary
This is an opportunity for an individual to complete a 4-year apprenticeship in Carpentry skills and Maintenance. During this period the successful candidate will complete NVQ level 2 and 3 in Carpentry which will provide the basic theoretical knowledge which is important for any building tradesperson. Alongside this, you will work with the experienced healthcare Building team at the hospital who will guide and develop the specific practical skills and knowledge you will need to become a fully qualified Maintenance Carpenter.
Trainees covered by paragraph 2(iii), where periods of training last for between one and four years, pay will be adjusted as follows:
(i)up to 12 months prior to completion of training: 75 per cent of the pay band maximum of the fully qualified rate;
(ii)(ii) more than one but less than two years prior to completion of training: 70 per cent of the pay band maximum of the qualified rate;
(iii)(iii) more than two but less than three years prior to completion of training: 65 per cent of the pay band maximum for the qualified rate;
(iv)(iv) more than three years from completion of training: 60 per cent of the pay band maximum for the qualified rate.
On successful completion of all the necessary qualifications the candidate will become a fully qualified member of the team who carry out engineering maintenance work.
Main duties of the job
This is an opportunity for an individual to complete a 4-year apprenticeship in Carpentry skills and Maintenance. During this period the successful candidate will complete NVQ level 2 and 3 in Carpentry which will provide the basic theoretical knowledge which is important for any building tradesperson. Alongside this, you will work with the experienced healthcare Building team at the hospital who will guide and develop the specific practical skills and knowledge you will need to become a fully qualified Maintenance Carpenter. During the 4th year the candidate will be able to work on their own small projects as well as becoming a valued member of the team.
On successful completion of all the necessary qualifications the candidate will become a fully qualified member of the team who carry out Building/Carpentry maintenance work on all aspects of the hospital structure and assets, planned and reactive maintenance, along with project works in accordance with the current Regulations. This team prides itself on being able to tackle any task to keep both clinical and operational services operational, and this is supported with continued development through training and mentoring within our experienced team.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is an opportunity for an individual to complete a 4-year apprenticeship in Carpentry skills and Maintenance. During this period the successful candidate will complete NVQ level 2 and 3 in Carpentry which will provide the basic theoretical knowledge which is important for any building tradesperson. Alongside this, you will work with the experienced healthcare Building team at the hospital who will guide and develop the specific practical skills and knowledge you will need to become a fully qualified Maintenance Carpenter. During the 4th year the candidate will be able to work on their own small projects as well as becoming a valued member of the team.
On successful completion of all the necessary qualifications the candidate will become a fully qualified member of the team who carry out Building/Carpentry maintenance work on all aspects of the hospital structure and assets, planned and reactive maintenance, along with project works in accordance with the current Regulations. This team prides itself on being able to tackle any task to keep both clinical and operational services operational, and this is supported with continued development through training and mentoring within our experienced team.
Operational Engineering Service To undertake the relevant training opportunities, academic qualifications and in-housementoring, in order to become fully conversant, the Trusts varied equipment, assets, andbuilding fabric. Use relevant tools, plant and equipment in a safe manner and in accordance withManufacturers instructions. Assist higher skilled grades on all types of maintenance, new works and repairs where suitablyskilled and instructed. Following a period of training and assessment the apprentice will be required to carry out semiskilled duties, independently and without routine supervision, where directed by a qualifiedTradesperson. After a period of relevant training and with necessary supervision to carry out semi-skilled workof other trades.
For further details please see attached JD&PS.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is an opportunity for an individual to complete a 4-year apprenticeship in Carpentry skills and Maintenance. During this period the successful candidate will complete NVQ level 2 and 3 in Carpentry which will provide the basic theoretical knowledge which is important for any building tradesperson. Alongside this, you will work with the experienced healthcare Building team at the hospital who will guide and develop the specific practical skills and knowledge you will need to become a fully qualified Maintenance Carpenter. During the 4th year the candidate will be able to work on their own small projects as well as becoming a valued member of the team.
On successful completion of all the necessary qualifications the candidate will become a fully qualified member of the team who carry out Building/Carpentry maintenance work on all aspects of the hospital structure and assets, planned and reactive maintenance, along with project works in accordance with the current Regulations. This team prides itself on being able to tackle any task to keep both clinical and operational services operational, and this is supported with continued development through training and mentoring within our experienced team.
Operational Engineering Service To undertake the relevant training opportunities, academic qualifications and in-housementoring, in order to become fully conversant, the Trusts varied equipment, assets, andbuilding fabric. Use relevant tools, plant and equipment in a safe manner and in accordance withManufacturers instructions. Assist higher skilled grades on all types of maintenance, new works and repairs where suitablyskilled and instructed. Following a period of training and assessment the apprentice will be required to carry out semiskilled duties, independently and without routine supervision, where directed by a qualifiedTradesperson. After a period of relevant training and with necessary supervision to carry out semi-skilled workof other trades.
For further details please see attached JD&PS.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- No prior experience required but a demonstrable interest in mechanical/electrical engineering through school or hobby interests
Desirable
- Relevant demonstrable work experience within a construction environment
Qualifications
Essential
- Proven minimum of 4 GCSEs, or equivalent, at Grade A* to C/9-4 including English, Maths and a science related subject
Desirable
- A minimum of 2 A* levels, or equivalent, in an engineering or science related subject
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Good written and verbal skills
- Following a period of instruction, to carry out minor works and repairs unsupervised to the required standard
- Work as a member of a workshop team
- Be able to communicate with a wide cross-section of people
- Demonstrate a mature and responsible attitude
- The ability to assist craftsperson/technicians
- PC Skills
Attitude
Essential
- Self motivated
- Ability to get on with people
- Customer focused
- Commitment to departmental / corporate objectives
- Appreciation of needs, pressures and demands of both the Estates department and the Trust the T
Other
Essential
- Willingness to undergo training
- Attend and complete required nationally recognised training courses. This will involve attendance at local educational establishments, on a "day release" and evening class basis as appropriate.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- No prior experience required but a demonstrable interest in mechanical/electrical engineering through school or hobby interests
Desirable
- Relevant demonstrable work experience within a construction environment
Qualifications
Essential
- Proven minimum of 4 GCSEs, or equivalent, at Grade A* to C/9-4 including English, Maths and a science related subject
Desirable
- A minimum of 2 A* levels, or equivalent, in an engineering or science related subject
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Good written and verbal skills
- Following a period of instruction, to carry out minor works and repairs unsupervised to the required standard
- Work as a member of a workshop team
- Be able to communicate with a wide cross-section of people
- Demonstrate a mature and responsible attitude
- The ability to assist craftsperson/technicians
- PC Skills
Attitude
Essential
- Self motivated
- Ability to get on with people
- Customer focused
- Commitment to departmental / corporate objectives
- Appreciation of needs, pressures and demands of both the Estates department and the Trust the T
Other
Essential
- Willingness to undergo training
- Attend and complete required nationally recognised training courses. This will involve attendance at local educational establishments, on a "day release" and evening class basis as appropriate.
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
