Job overview
Are you a skilled carpenter looking for a leadership role where your work truly makes a difference? Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a Senior Carpenter to join our dedicated Estates and Facilities team.
In this vital role, you won’t just be fixing doors; you’ll be ensuring a safe, high-quality environment for our patients and staff across the Trust. As a key member of our multi‑skilled team, you will lead by example, combining hands‑on technical expertise with the chance to mentor the next generation of tradespeople.
* Salary: (not specified)
* Hours: Full‑time (37.5 hours per week)
* Location: Based in the Estates and Facilities Directorate, with travel across Trust sites
* Benefits: Participation in a 24/7 on‑call rota and the opportunity to lead small‑scale fit‑out projects
Who You Are
We are looking for a motivated professional who is as good with people as they are with a chisel. Our ideal candidate brings:
* Qualifications: An HND in Building Surveying (or equivalent experience) OR City and Guilds Level 3 in Carpentry with a completed apprenticeship.
* Experience: Significant experience in estates maintenance or as a site/self‑employed carpenter.
* Technical Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using PDAs for task management.
* Leadership Qualities: A “can‑do” attitude, emotional intelligence, and the ability to work under pressure.
Main duties of the job
* Manage and complete planned and reactive maintenance work requests as per schedule.
* Small works (fit out new kitchens, offices, etc).
* Install new door sets from door blanks including all ironmongery.
* Cover absences or demands/emergencies – be prepared to carry out other general maintenance duties.
* Provide a technical lead for the PMO team, contractors and agency staff appointed to support the estates workforce.
Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties
Working for our organisation
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”.
Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”.
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
* Excellent opportunities for career progression.
* Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development.
* 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service.
* NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers.
* Competitive pension scheme.
* Lease car scheme.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Mental Health First Aiders.
* Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply).
* Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team.
Person specification
Qualifications
* City and Guilds Level 3 and NVQ Level 2 in carpentry.
Knowledge and Experience
* Significant relevant experience working within an estates maintenance team or as a site/self‑employed carpenter.
* Knowledge of risk management assessments.
* Significant first and second fix experience.
Skills
* Strong verbal communication skills and knowledge.
* Good organisational skills and conscientious worker.
* Ability to use a range of wood working equipment.
* Be able to work safely and follow a risk assessment.
Recruiter Contact Details
* Name: Daniel Meehan
* Title: Estates Manager
* Email: daniel.meehan@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk
* Telephone: 07775 885843
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