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We are currently seeking a Maintenance Craftsperson to join our small Accommodation team undertaking planned preventative and reactive maintenance tasks. The vacancy is predominantly based at Eastbourne DGH/Welkin Residences; however, some travel may be required to Conquest Hospital. Hours of Post - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (some flexibility may be required). Main duties of the jobWe are looking for an individual who can apply a flexible and approachable attitude to undertaking a wide variety of building crafts for repair, refurbishment, and maintenance of our residential accommodation for the Trust. Ensuring the highest standards of visual appeal and material protection as appropriate to the building crafts in building civil engineering operations. About usWe are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work We provide safe, compassionate, and high-quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organizations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by over 7,000 staff working from hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye, and Uckfield, over 100 community sites, and in people's own homes. In 2020, the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'. In 2020, the Trust launched its 'Building for our Future' programme, aiming to repair, redevelop, and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment for future care. Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details. Person SpecificationQualificationsBasic Education City & Guilds qualification to NVQ Level 3 European Computer Driving License (EDCL Level Module 7) ExperienceMinimum of 5 years Painting and Decorating or relevant building or engineering experience within the NHS or similar environments. Operation, maintenance, and repair of NHS or equivalent building stock, its fabric, services, plant & equipment. General building maintenance/repair including plumbing and electrical. Experience of working in an acute hospital environment. Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesSound diagnostic and analytical skills with good problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of decorating preparation techniques, paints, finishes, and wallpaper hanging. Experience of other trade skills such as plumbing, electrical, and carpentry. Customer care skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, organizing personal workload effectively. Self-motivated and adaptable to change. Ability to work at height using appropriate equipment. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to understand and apply building operation and maintenance documents. Working knowledge/experience of glazing, sign making, fire doors, locks, floor laying, security systems, power tools, and other relevant systems. OtherCapable of working in confined and restricted spaces with appropriate PPE. Ability to travel independently across sites, meeting core service hours. Prepared to undertake overtime as needed. Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Salary: £26,530 to £29,114 per annum (pro-rata). ContractPermanent Working patternPart-time Reference number374-JY935-A#J-18808-Ljbffr