Carpenter
At a glance
- Band
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 07/09/2026
- Closes
- 21/09/2026
Sponsorship verdict
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“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.”Quoted verbatim from the source advert
Role summary
This role involves ensuring the efficient and safe operation of all building services within healthcare establishments. The post holder will apply theoretical and practical knowledge of structures, construction methods, fabrics, fittings, and finishes. Duties include working at heights, maintaining safe work areas, and potentially working alone. The role requires participation in an on-call rota for emergency repairs.
Essential criteria
- Time Served Apprenticeship
Desirable criteria
- HND Level in Building Services
- Significant experience post apprenticeship in the maintenance environment
- Must have a good working knowledge of all relevant statutory regulations, bye laws, policies and procedures, Codes of Practice, HTM's etc.
- Driving
- Passed and holds a current valid driving Licence
- Experience of towing and commercial vehicles
- City & Guilds Part II
- NVQ level 2 or level 3
- Apprenticeship
- Time Served Apprenticeship
- HND Level in Building Services
- Significant experience post apprenticeship in the maintenance environment
- Must have a good working knowledge of all relevant statutory regulations, bye laws, policies and procedures, Codes of Practice, HTM's etc.
- Driving
- Passed and holds a current valid driving Licence
- Experience of towing and commercial vehicles
- City & Guilds Part II
- NVQ level 2 or level 3
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
This advert: £28,819 – £31,626 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
Posted 1d ago · Closes in 14d
Plenty of time to prepare a strong application.
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Swansea Bay University Health Board
Carpenter
The closing date is 21 September 2026
Job summary
Ensure the day to day efficient and safe working of all building services within the Health Board healthcare establishments. This will require a through theoretical and practical knowledge and understanding of the operation of a wide range of structures, construction methods, fabrics, fittings and finishes within designated healthcare premises.
Main duties of the job
The post holder may need to work at heights using ladders, cradles, zip-ups and scaffolding as and when required and after receiving the appropriate training.Ensure that all work areas are maintained in a safe secure and tidy manner.At times undertake duties as a lone worker throughout the Health Board.Drive/operate plant, machinery and Health Board vehicles as directed following appropriate training.Undertake duties in a safe and efficient manner working within Health Board and departmental Health & Safety policiesand proceduresParticipate in an on call rota as required by the Health Board to ensure that emergency repairs/situations are attendedto.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay Univ
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