Canal Maintenance Carpenter – Locks, Bridges & More

Canal and River Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A conservation organization is looking for a Craft Operative - Carpenter to maintain and repair canal infrastructure, ensuring safety and heritage standards are met. Applicants should have practical construction experience and relevant qualifications such as City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2. The position offers a starting salary of £28,154, alongside a competitive pension scheme and other benefits. Join us to make a meaningful impact in preserving our canal network.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Increasing holiday entitlement

Range of employee benefits

Qualifications

• Trade relevant apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• Practical construction experience including safe operation of tools.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair canal infrastructure.
• Use construction skills for asset refurbishment.
• Operate tools and machinery safely.

Skills

Practical construction experience

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Safe operation of tools and equipment

Trade relevant apprenticeship or equivalent qualification

Full and current UK driving licence

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2

Tools

Chainsaws

Forklifts

Job description

A conservation organization is looking for a Craft Operative - Carpenter to maintain and repair canal infrastructure, ensuring safety and heritage standards are met. Applicants should have practical construction experience and relevant qualifications such as City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2. The position offers a starting salary of £28,154, alongside a competitive pension scheme and other benefits. Join us to make a meaningful impact in preserving our canal network.