General Tradesperson

Summary Working for the National Trust means working for an organisation who are at the forefront of preserving the UK’s precious past, and delivering innovative solutions to make our environment sustainable for the future. Do you want to play a part in helpingus to achieve this? Then we may have just the role for you.

We're looking for a tradesperson to join the team here at Dunham Massey. If you're looking to work at some most beautiful locations in the U.K and can bring something new to the team we'd love to hear from you. This is a 3 year fixed term contract. We canoffer this role either full time or part time for the right applicant. **Please speak to us about the hours you are able to do.**

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What it's like to work here Dunham Massey is a 3,000-acre estate situated approximately 10 miles south of central Manchester and three miles south of Altrincham. Roger Grey, 10th Earl of Stamford, gave it to the National Trust in 1976 and today it attracts over 500,000 visitors a year.This elegant Georgian mansion, set within a magnificent 300 acre deer park and including one of Britain’s finest winter gardens, is a very popular visitor attraction with over 100 staff. The busy team has a strong commercial focus and a fast-paced environment.Within the park walls there is also a shop, café, restaurant and ice cream parlour. On the wider estate, there are 20 farms, 100 cottages, a golf course and an award winning housing development. The house, garden and parkland hide many layers of history andhave many stories to tell.

Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing Joining us as a General Builder/Tradesperson, you’ll provide a highly professional and practical building service to our historic mansions, houses and other buildings. You’ll use your practical, hands-on experience to ensure we can continue to conserve andmaintain these beautiful places for future generations by providing the highest standards of skills.

You'll be assisting with completing planned routine cyclical maintenance works and emergency repair works across the portfolio. You’ll undertake works such as lime pointing, carpentry, traditional roofing, gutter repairs and drainage works, as well as beinginvolved with small projects such as cottage refurbishments.

**Please also read the full role profile, attached to the end of this advert.**

Who we're looking for **Ideally (though not essential) you'll have**:

- An understanding of historic building techniques and maintenance requirements
- Knowledge of at least three trade specialisms, such as: joinery, masonry, roofing, plumbing
- Experience of working alongside and managing contractors
- and enjoy working as part of a team with a willingness to undertake a wide range of tasks.
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 audienceswe 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 properties for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Tax free childcare scheme
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Perks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most locations
- Independent financial advice

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