Carpenter - Advert#2026/01

CURE Children's Hospital of Uganda, a Private-Not-For-Profit (PNFP) Christian hospital specialized in Pediatric Neurosurgery and Integrated Spiritual Ministry, is seeking an experienced Individual for the full time position of Carpenter. Position Title:                 Hospital Carpenter Reports to:                     Facilities & Construction Manager Supervises:                    None Duty Station:                 CURE Children’s Hospital of Uganda Department:                  Non - Medical Location:                       Mbale, Uganda Duration:                       Fixed Term Position Overview: To construct, repair and maintain wooden structures such as assistive devices, furniture, equipment, wall partitions, roofs and other parts of hospital buildings; using hand and power tools according to written and oral instructions Responsibilities And Duties Carpentry and Facility Function Periodically inspects hospital furniture, wooden structures and building framework consisting of wood or metal for any damages and recommends maintenance/repair/replacement plan Calculates quantity of materials needed, selects stock, tools and supplies for the repair of hospital the carpentry works in the hospital Construct and or supervises the making of hospital furniture, wooden structures and building framework consisting of wood or metal, using power and hand tools Repairs Hospital furniture, wooden structures and building framework consisting of wood or metal. Install Floors, walls and roofs using materials such as wood, steel, metal, concrete and plastics Assistive Device Fabrication Makes assistive devices for the physiotherapy department according to written and oral instructions provided by the physiotherapist Repairs and maintains rehabilitation and adaptive equipment Procurement Function Assists procurement in identifying and purchase of quality materials, supplies, tools and equipment needed for the carpentry work Collaboration function Collaborates with contractors, construction workers, electricians, plumbers etc during implementation or execution of carpentry related works Inventory monitoring and Record Keeping function Maintains an inventory of all carpentry tools and equipment in the hospital and ensures they are kept in a good working condition Maintain records of all maintenance and fabrication work performed Continuing Professional Development Activities Identifies and pursues continuing professional development activities in line with their position and maintains professional records that provide evidence of activities completed Works with one’s supervisor to guide in mentorship and coaching for continual professional growth Occupational Health & Safety Function Following & complying with H&S policies, processes & applying them to your own work activities, including using/wearing Personal Protective Equipment as required Participating in activities directed at preventing harm & promoting well-being in the workplace Identifying, reporting & s