Carpenter

Gov Facility Services Limited; Winchester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking an experienced Carpenter to work at HMP Winchester. This permanent, full-time role offers a salary of £36,678.26 plus a £1,500 location bonus. You will join a supportive team dedicated to creating a secure environment and promoting rehabilitation. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ or equivalent and over 5 years of experience, showcasing skills in teamwork, reliability, and adaptability. Benefits include 25 days of holiday, private GP access, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Private GP access

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial rewards and discounts

Qualifications

• Formally qualified or substantial work experience (5+ years).
• Knowledge of best practices and safety standards.
• Experience with routine maintenance and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with other trades to ensure safety.
• Maintain a secure environment for prisoners.
• Manage multiple tasks efficiently under pressure.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Adaptability

Education

NVQ or City and Guilds level 2

Job description

Carpenter
Location: HMP Winchester, Romsey Rd, Winchester SO22 5DF
Salary: £36,678.26 per annum +£1,500 per annum location bonus
Contract: Permanent, full time, 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday

We are seeking an experienced Carpenter to join our team at HMP Winchester, a category B adult male local prison.

Our team is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment for the men in our care.

The prison operates as a self-contained community, requiring hundreds of staff to keep it functioning. Our Facilities Maintenance Team is committed to ensuring smooth and safe operations, impacting prisoners, staff, visitors, and the wider community.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside passionate colleagues from various trades, including Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, and support staff, all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a secure environment.

This role requires a person who is emotionally resilient, able to work efficiently under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and stay calm in challenging situations. If you want to use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change.

We are a Ministry of Justice business providing critical services to HMPPS, and are looking for a Carpenter with:

• A formal qualification such as NVQ or City and Guilds at level 2, or substantial (+5 years) work-based experience
• Knowledge of current best practices, safety standards for materials, tools, and equipment
• Knowledge of routine preventative maintenance and adaptability to changing priorities when reactive maintenance is needed
• An enjoyment of teamwork and collaborative working
• An honest, reliable, and robust character

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

Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL.

Joining Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL) offers the chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe, and to support prisoners' reintegration into society.

Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays, private GP access, an Employee Assistance Programme, and various financial rewards and discounts.

We focus on safety, inclusivity, and career development, providing opportunities to build skills and progress.

Pride In People.

We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to be themselves. We promote ongoing learning, training, and career opportunities for all.

Note: GFSL services will transfer to a private provider in Autumn 2026 after a procurement process. Further details will follow as the process unfolds.

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