Carpenter

Ian Williams Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based construction firm in Bristol is seeking skilled Carpenters for a council contract project. You'll handle general carpentry tasks such as installing fire doors and working directly with customers in their homes. The position offers competitive weekly pay, opportunities for bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including a pension and holiday leave. Candidates should have NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry and experience working in residential settings. A valid UK driving license is also required.

Benefits

Paid weekly with guaranteed hours

Travel allowance or company van

31 days paid holiday

Pension contribution

Life insurance

Access to health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience installing fire door sets is required.
• Full current UK driving licence is needed for commuting.
• Training will be provided for preferred qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general carpentry work in residential properties.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Work individually or within a trade team to meet targets.

Skills

General carpentry skills

Excellent customer service

Ability to work in teams

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry

IFC or FIRAS 3rd Party Accreditation

Job description

Our Planned Works team has been successful in securing new projects, and we’re looking for Carpenters who enjoy delivering a valued service to our customers to join us on our council contract in Bristol. You’ll be part of an established and friendly direct trades team working within residential properties.

Benefits

• Paid weekly, with a guaranteed 39 hour working week and annual pay reviews.
• Opportunity to earn weekly bonuses based on productivity.
• Travel allowance, or a company van provided.
• Uniform and PPE provided free of charge.
• 31 days paid holiday, including bank holidays.
• Pension contribution.
• Life insurance covering on and off‑site, financed by Ian Williams.
• Access to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity for health and wellbeing support, including free legal and financial advice.
• Preferred supplier discounts and other benefits.

Carpenter role

• Undertake general carpentry work, including installing fire door sets, architraves and stud partitions.
• Work professionally and demonstrate excellent customer service skills within people’s homes, including vulnerable settings.
• Work individually or in a trade team to meet targets.

What will you bring as a Carpenter?

• NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry.
• IFC or FIRAS 3rd Party Accredited – preferred; training will be provided if not.
• Previous experience installing fire door sets.
• Full current UK driving licence; use of own vehicle for commuting.

About Ian Williams Ltd

Discover more about us by reviewing our website, and also through our social media platforms, along with Indeed and Glassdoor.

The successful applicant will be required to complete a criminal record check. As an organisation assessing applicants’ suitability for positions which are included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order using criminal record checks processed through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), we comply fully with the code of practice and undertake to treat all applicants for positions fairly.

Ian Williams is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is more than a commitment at Ian Williams—it is the foundation of what we do. We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and all other characteristics that make us different.

We reserve the right to shortlist prior to the closing date.

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