Carpenter

Government Facility Services Ltd; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Carpenter Locksmith to join their dedicated team at a secure facility. This role offers the chance to work alongside a diverse group of professionals committed to maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. You will be responsible for using your carpentry and locksmithing skills to contribute to the facility's operations while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This position not only allows you to utilize your expertise but also plays a vital role in promoting rehabilitation and positive change within the community. If you're passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus Bank Holidays

Death in Service at 4x salary

Access to private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial reward mechanisms

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry and locksmithing with power tools.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry and locksmithing tasks using power tools.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Carpentry

Locksmithing

Power tools operation

Health and Safety knowledge

Organisational skills

Time management

Basic IT skills

Education

City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry

First Aid at Work Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Job Role: Carpenter Locksmith
Location: The Mount- Molyneaux Avenue, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 0NZ
Salary: £36,678.26
Contract: Full time/ Perm

We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team at HMP The Mount, a Category C, Male prison.

Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Sunday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.

HMP The Mount runs like a self-contained Town, it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning. As the Facilities Maintenance Team, we are committed to driving the smooth and safe operation, impacting every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and extending to families and the community.

As a Carpenter Locksmith, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues including Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, and Administrators, all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a safe and secure environment for all.

If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change.

Responsibilities:

1. Substantiated experience in a similar role
2. Display competency in the use and operation of all associated power tools and machinery
3. Basic IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and Word
4. Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
5. Up to date First Aid at Work Qualification
6. City & Guilds, National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Carpentry or an equivalent qualification or substantial experience
7. Good Health & Safety knowledge
8. Excellent organisational, time management and people skills

If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you!

Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. Joining us is your chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and to play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society.

Benefits:
Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These include Death in Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts.

You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress.

Diversity Commitment:
We're passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging, and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value that every single employee brings to the organisation and are committed to satisfying individual needs while ensuring consistency and fairness for all.

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will transfer to a private sector provider/providers in Autumn 2026. As the programme unfolds, we will learn more.

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