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Building & Carpentry Tradesperson

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Gorleston, NR31 6LAView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

5 October 2026

4 days left

Job description

The James Paget Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to recruit a Building & Carpentry Tradesperson to join their busy Estates & Planning Departm...

You will undertake a range of building and carpentry based tasks, including the repair and routine maintenance of the building fabric & structure, whilst at all times observing all relevant Health and Safety Guidelines and Regulations.

You will be expected to possess relevant qualifications as identified within the Person Specification and/or be able to demonstrate proven practical knowledge through experience.

You will have a flexible approach and be able to work well within an established maintenance team undertaking overtime when required. You will demonstrate a good knowledge of working in building maintenance and repairs and have experience of using a range of woodworking machinery and tools.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for a full, comprehensive overview for this position.

The successful candidate will be required to work at various sites owned by the Trust within the Great Yarmouth and Waveney area therefore you must hold a valid UK driving license and have the ability to work with the minimum of supervision and under strict health and safety conditions.

You may also be required to undertake emergency situation repairs. You will also be required to work on your own after having gained experience of the sites.

The role may also involve maintenance tasks that may require a competency in working at height and confined spaces.

A willingness to undertake further training in relation to the role is essential, including all Mandatory Training. You must be numerate and literate, with good written skills. You must possess a flexible approach to work and be able to work overtime at short notice when required.

Essential

Essential: - NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry and Joinery or equivalent

Desirable: - Asbestos Awareness

Essential

Essential: - UK Driving Licence Cat B

Essential

Essential: - Completion of a structured training program (Apprencticeship) in Carpentry & Joinery.

Desirable: - Experience of working in a maintenance service

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

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First seen

21 September 2026

Last checked

23 September 2026

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About the employer

JPU
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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