• Job Description

  Req#: C9152-25-0371?language=en&page=763&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  Dorset Healthcare Estates and Facilities Directorate are seeking to appoint a conscientious and self-motivated Building Craft Operative, to our delivery team based at our office and workshop facilities in Wareham.

  As a Building Craft Operative, you will deliver pre-planned maintenance and quality repair services to a variety of Trust premises which include Hospitals, Health Centre's, Mental Health In-Patient Units and Administrative Buildings, across Dorset.

  Under the management of the Assistant Estates Officer, the Building Craft Operative will work alongside colleagues in the electrical and mechanical delivery teams, as well as facility managers and clinical staff across all sites in Dorset.

  A programme of development training and mentoring is in place to assist with your appointment in these roles and giving you the opportunity to progress to more senior roles.

  Recruitment and Retention Premium £2600 is available, as well NHS Pension, 27 days leave plus Bank Holidays, and over-time paid at premium rates.

  UK driving licence is essential and a tracked vehicle (business use and commuting only) and work wear will be provided. The role will require inclusion in the Estates 24hr on-call service covering all of Dorset.

  This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.

  Main duties of the job

  On a daily basis carry out multi skilled building tasks that could include carpentry, painting, window repairs, lock repairs, artexing, glazing, bricklaying, plastering, tiling, roofing, road marking, clearing blocked sewers, drains, gutters and down pipes in any Trust premises and be exposed to occupational hazards pertaining from these elements.

  To deliver a building maintenance service:

  • as part of an effective Estates service to all customer organisations.;
  • based upon planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules that are founded upon best practice;
  • that is responsive and efficient in line with agreed and negotiated standards of access and prioritisation;
  • providing the necessary technical back up to other trades staff as required.

  Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

  Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

  About us

  At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

  We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

  Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

  Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

  Details

  Date posted

  14 May 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 4

  Salary

  £26,530 to £29,114 a year 4.5% for on call and £2600 R and R

  Contract

  Fixed term

  Duration

  1 years

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  152-S015.25

  Job locations

  Estates Hub

  unit 4 and 5 Sandford lane

  Wareham

  BH20 4DY

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Person Specification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Completed a relevant recognised building craft apprenticeship or significant equivalent experience.
  • Building experience in a maintenance or service environment

  Desirable

  • Experience in a healthcare maintenance or equivalent service in a healthcare environment.

  Training

  Essential

  • Relevant construction courses

  Desirable

  • Asbestos awareness
  • Other industry courses

  Personallity

  Essential

  • Ability to adapt plans to suit a continually changing environment
  • Ability to follow a clear instruction and feedback to staff at all levels and disciplines.
  • Ability to work on own initiative and without supervision
  • Problem solving skills and flexibility to ensure an efficient service
  • Ability to work as part of a team and relate well, encompassing the views of others

  Desirable

  • Ability to be innovative, creative and resourceful in practice

  Good standard of general education

  Essential

  • Good standard of general education
  • Must be able to demonstrate sound knowledge of key skills

  Desirable

  • Basic IT skills

  Person Specification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Completed a relevant recognised building craft apprenticeship or significant equivalent experience.
  • Building experience in a maintenance or service environment

  Desirable

  • Experience in a healthcare maintenance or equivalent service in a healthcare environment.

  Training

  Essential

  • Relevant construction courses

  Desirable

  • Asbestos awareness
  • Other industry courses

  Personallity

  Essential

  • Ability to adapt plans to suit a continually changing environment
  • Ability to follow a clear instruction and feedback to staff at all levels and disciplines.
  • Ability to work on own initiative and without supervision
  • Problem solving skills and flexibility to ensure an efficient service
  • Ability to work as part of a team and relate well, encompassing the views of others

  Desirable

  • Ability to be innovative, creative and resourceful in practice

  Good standard of general education

  Essential

  • Good standard of general education
  • Must be able to demonstrate sound knowledge of key skills

  Desirable

  • Basic IT skills

  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.

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  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.

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Estates Hub

  unit 4 and 5 Sandford lane

  Wareham

  BH20 4DY

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Estates Hub

  unit 4 and 5 Sandford lane

  Wareham

  BH20 4DY

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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