Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Building Craftsperson (Multi Trader) Minor Works Team
Location: Bury St Edmunds
Salary: £28,392 + £2,500 Recruitment & Retention Premium
Hays are working in partnership with a well established NHS Trust to recruit a Building Craftsperson (Multi trader) to join their Minor Works team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled tradesperson seeking a stable, long term role within a supportive and purpose driven environment.
The Role
You will play a key role in maintaining and improving healthcare facilities, ensuring safe and high-quality environments for patients and staff. The position is hands on and varied, involving a mix of planned and reactive maintenance tasks.
Duties will include:
- General building repairs and maintenance (plastering, brickwork, basic joinery and finishing)
- Carrying out minor works projects across NHS sites
- Interpreting drawings and working independently to deliver high-quality results
- Supporting compliance and safety standards within a clinical environment
- Liaising with colleagues, supervisors, and external contractors
About You
To be considered, you will have:
- A recognised trade qualification (City & Guilds or equivalent)
- Previous experience within building maintenance or construction in a commercial/industrial setting
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, can do approach
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- A commitment to delivering high standards of expertise and safety
What's On Offer
- Competitive NHS salary + £2,500 RRP
- 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Long-term career prospects within a stable public sector organisation
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected NHS Trust delivering vital services across the community, where your skills will make a real difference.
What you need to do now
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