General Tradesperson

General Tradesperson - Wimborne

Summary

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Let Estate General Tradesperson. Kingston Lacy Estate, near Wimborne.

You'll bring your expertise and your service focus to the team, supporting us with the maintenance of our historic tenanted buildings on the Kingston Lacy Estate.

What it's like to work here

Working as part of a team you'll carry out high quality repairs, maintenance and refurbishments to our properties across the let estate, for example decoration, tiling, minor plumbing works, plastering, joinery and stone masonry. You'll know what methods and materials are appropriate for our historic properties and will strive to use resources effectively. You'll be proactive in your approach to risk management and ensure risk assessments are undertaken and all work is compliant with the relevant legislation and policies. You'll work in collaboration with colleagues and liaise with tenants so that expectations are managed and regular updates are communicated.

What you'll be doing

You will have a wide range of basic construction skills such as plumbing, joinery and general building work with a sound working knowledge of health & safety along with compliance. You will need to work with a high level of attention to detail and be able to prioritise your own workload whilst working closely with the wider team managing the let estate.

Who we're looking for

You'll need to have:

· Expertise in one or more general trades

· An understanding of traditional buildings/structures

· Ability to accurately assess the extent and method of works required

· Good time management including the ability to prioritise

· A good understanding of the standards of health & safety management in your own work.

· Good written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to work collaboratively and be an excellent team player

The package

The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

•Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

•Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

•Tax-free childcare scheme

•Rental deposit loan scheme

•Season ticket loan

•EV car lease scheme

•Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

•Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

•Flexible working whenever possible

•Employee assistance programme

•Free parking at most Trust places

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