Carpenter

Job summary

Carpenter Location: North West London Duration: 6 months Pay: £18.46 through an umbrella company The Role You will carry out a broad range of carpentry, joinery, glazing and refurbishment works across the Trust’s properties—ensuring buildings remain safe, functional, and fit for patient care. Working both independently and as part of a wider Estates team, you’ll deliver planned maintenance, emergency repairs, and new installations, using your technical expertise to support smooth day-to-day hospital operations. The role involves varied, hands-on tasks including ceiling repairs, glazing, wood machinery operation, scaffolding or high-level access work, and participation in the Trust’s Maintenance Management System. Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality carpentry works including repairs, installations, refurbishments, and specialist joinery tasks. Interpret drawings and specifications, working independently with minimal supervision. Carry out glazing repairs, ceiling installations, and safe operation of woodworking machinery. Support apprentice carpenters and contribute to a positive, safe team culture. Maintain accurate job records, timesheets, and compliance documentation. About You Completed Carpentry/Joinery Apprenticeship , City & Guilds or NVQ Level III (or equivalent). Strong technical craft skills, with experience across maintenance and refurbishment carpentry. Able to work confidently at height, outdoors, and in varied environments. Self-motivated, reliable, and comfortable working independently.