Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
A vacancy has arisen for a Multi Trade Craftsperson at Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Working for the Operations and Maintenance Division, as part of a multi-discipline team providing reactive and planned preventative maintenance to Arrowe Park and Clatterbridge Hospitals. Main Duties of the Job
To observe current health & safety and hospital guidelines in maintaining own and other health, safety and security including infection control, completing risk assessments for all work-related activities. Use and be competent in the uses of all relevant hand and power tools & equipment. The post holder must have the ability to plan their own workload being able to complete work issued by supervisors. Ensure a safe working environment, protecting all employees, staff, and members of the public at all times. To carry out planned and reactive maintenance on various equipment, dealing with competing work priorities, and recording the results and outcomes of inspections, tests, and repairs. This may also include attending and assisting in emergency situations, such as fire evacuations or floods. Undertake types of work which may previously have been carried out by other trade groups, including ceiling tile replacement, replacement of WC seats, replacement of filters, grille cleaning, replacement/re-fixing of fixtures & fittings, routine checks (meter readings), painting, ceramic tiling, replacing floor/carpet tiling, and emergency clear-ups. Assist contractors by providing guidance on the location of a problem. Effectively communicate with supervisors and other department managers and staff. About Us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients. Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula, which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents. We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high-quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales, and the wider North West footprint. We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m. The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus, or ferry and is within easy reach of the major cities of Liverpool, Chester, and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales. Job Responsibilities
Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the 'Multi-Trade Craftsperson position available with WUTH. Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Advanced Craft City & Guilds in Bricklaying, Plastering or equivalent, which has been studied while completing a recognised apprenticeship (between 3 & 5 years) and a broad, post-apprenticeship experience (ideally 5 years) of work undertaken by Bricklaying/Plastering craftsmen. Engineering/Building based NVQ level 2/3 qualification outside of core trade, which allows the post holder to work in a multi-skilled way. Those entering the service without these qualifications will need to complete relevant training within 12 months. Other Requirements
Clean full driving licence for private light goods vehicle. Personal Attributes
Reliability, enthusiasm, and flexibility. Good time management and self-management skills. Lateral thinker. Ability to communicate at all levels. Ability to work effectively on own or as part of a team. Self-motivated. Clean and tidy appearance. Good telephone manner. Knowledge and Skills
Completed relevant Health and Safety training. Safety regulations pertaining to the work being undertaken. Reading and interpreting technical drawings and manufacturers' technical literature as required. Traditional and modern building techniques. Working in a complex building. The post holder must be able to demonstrate a wide technical knowledge and broad experience of all aspects of work undertaken by a multi-trade craftsman. Knowledge of demountable partition and false ceiling systems. Customer Service Principles and Practice. Health & Safety. First Aid. 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. Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust £26,530 to £29,114 a year plus RRP of circa £3300pa
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A vacancy has arisen for a Multi Trade Craftsperson at Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Working for the Operations and Maintenance Division, as part of a multi-discipline team providing reactive and planned preventative maintenance to Arrowe Park and Clatterbridge Hospitals. Main Duties of the Job
To observe current health & safety and hospital guidelines in maintaining own and other health, safety and security including infection control, completing risk assessments for all work-related activities. Use and be competent in the uses of all relevant hand and power tools & equipment. The post holder must have the ability to plan their own workload being able to complete work issued by supervisors. Ensure a safe working environment, protecting all employees, staff, and members of the public at all times. To carry out planned and reactive maintenance on various equipment, dealing with competing work priorities, and recording the results and outcomes of inspections, tests, and repairs. This may also include attending and assisting in emergency situations, such as fire evacuations or floods. Undertake types of work which may previously have been carried out by other trade groups, including ceiling tile replacement, replacement of WC seats, replacement of filters, grille cleaning, replacement/re-fixing of fixtures & fittings, routine checks (meter readings), painting, ceramic tiling, replacing floor/carpet tiling, and emergency clear-ups. Assist contractors by providing guidance on the location of a problem. Effectively communicate with supervisors and other department managers and staff. About Us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients. Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula, which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents. We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high-quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales, and the wider North West footprint. We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m. The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus, or ferry and is within easy reach of the major cities of Liverpool, Chester, and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales. Job Responsibilities
Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the 'Multi-Trade Craftsperson position available with WUTH. Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Advanced Craft City & Guilds in Bricklaying, Plastering or equivalent, which has been studied while completing a recognised apprenticeship (between 3 & 5 years) and a broad, post-apprenticeship experience (ideally 5 years) of work undertaken by Bricklaying/Plastering craftsmen. Engineering/Building based NVQ level 2/3 qualification outside of core trade, which allows the post holder to work in a multi-skilled way. Those entering the service without these qualifications will need to complete relevant training within 12 months. Other Requirements
Clean full driving licence for private light goods vehicle. Personal Attributes
Reliability, enthusiasm, and flexibility. Good time management and self-management skills. Lateral thinker. Ability to communicate at all levels. Ability to work effectively on own or as part of a team. Self-motivated. Clean and tidy appearance. Good telephone manner. Knowledge and Skills
Completed relevant Health and Safety training. Safety regulations pertaining to the work being undertaken. Reading and interpreting technical drawings and manufacturers' technical literature as required. Traditional and modern building techniques. Working in a complex building. The post holder must be able to demonstrate a wide technical knowledge and broad experience of all aspects of work undertaken by a multi-trade craftsman. Knowledge of demountable partition and false ceiling systems. Customer Service Principles and Practice. Health & Safety. First Aid. 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. Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust £26,530 to £29,114 a year plus RRP of circa £3300pa
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