Working in a small team you'll help maintain the building fabric of cottages, houses, farms and commercial premises primarily on the Killerton Estate just to the east of Exeter.
You'll ideally be a builder or tradesperson with a breadth of skills to take on a great variety of work, problem solving and then delivering the work. Preferably you'll have experience in wet trades including plastering, tiling etc and masonry. The use and understanding of traditional materials, such as lime, would be an advantage.
Working pattern is 0800-1600 Mon to Fri. No weekends or Bank Holidays.
What it's like to work here
You'll work as a skilled tradesperson from a traditional Estate Yard workshop which is integral with Killerton House in rural mid Devon. The Estate Yard team has supported the Killerton Estate for hundreds of years and you will become a part of that historic heritage.
The Killerton Estate comprises of many types of historic buildings and construction types, from farmhouses with medieval roots, through late 19th century cottages right up to much more modern structures. They all present different and interesting challenges. This is where the majority of your time will be spent, however occasionally we support other members of our team across Devon.
The wider team that we are part of, in supporting the National Trust's leased estate across Devon is supported by Building Surveyors and Estate Managers, Lettings Officers as well as other Building Supervisors. We work together to deliver a safe and comfortable environment for our tenanted properties.
You'll also be introduced to much wider work than just construction, with the National Trust taking a leading and exciting role in reversing nature's decline and improving land, air and water condition to combat climate change and other important challenges.
What you'll be doing
Variety is guaranteed with no two days the same. The repair tasks to building fabric are sometimes complimented with minor refurbishment works or new construction.
You'll work in a team of two with a Building Supervisor who has overall control. Your team will be balanced so you can assist one another with skills other than perhaps your own speciality. The overall aim is to provide an efficient first line building maintenance capability for our properties and their occupants. Larger or more complex tasks are carried out by established supply chain contractors and occasionally you would work alongside them. It's all about a team effort.
All necessary training, clothing, vehicles. tools and PPE are included.
A laptop, for use in the office, will also be provided and at least some knowledge and experience of using IT is an advantage.
You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what’s possible in this role.
Who we're looking for
We'd love to hear from you, if you have:
Significant practical experience in the construction industry, supported with appropriate qualifications to NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
A competent use of standard machinery
Familiarity with the use and maintenance of personal protective equipment
Good written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of relevant health and safety compliance requirements
Good organisational skills and attention to detail
Good IT skills (Microsoft Office)
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)
• 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