Carpenter / Fabric Technician

Manchester Arndale; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is looking for a Carpenter / Fabric Technician in Westminster. The role involves maintenance of a historic building, requiring expertise in carpentry and general building repairs. Candidates must have experience in a heritage environment and be prepared to work outside normal hours. This position promises a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Time served carpenter required for maintenance tasks.
• Experience in a heritage environment is essential.
• Prepared to work outside of normal business hours.

Responsibilities

• Complete PPM to all fabric elements of the building.
• Perform reactive tasks as required.
• Complete ad-hoc fabric works and prepare quotes.

Skills

Time served carpenter

Experience in a heritage environment

General building experience

Client facing communication

Education

City and Guilds or NVQ level 3 in carpentry

Job description

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00, with rota in place for weekend working and on call

Somerset House is one of this country's finest and largest 18th century buildings and is of international importance to our architectural heritage.

Somerset House is a major arts and cultural centre in the heart of London. During summer months 55 fountains dance in the courtyard, and in winter you can skate on London's favourite ice rink. Somerset House also programmes contemporary art and design exhibitions, free displays, family workshops and guided tours.

The Carpenter / Fabric Technician plays a key role in the planned and reactive maintenance of a grade one listed, historic building in central London and is responsible for the delivery of maintenance services to include but not limited to carpentry, decorative and general building fabric repairs and maintenance. They will also play a key role in the provision of services to a number of stakeholders including resident offices, exhibitions and events.

Responsibilities

• Completion of PPM to all fabric elements of the building
• Completion of reactive tasks as required / directed
• Completion of ad-hoc fabric works including preparation of quotes for such work
• Completion of quoted works both inside and outside of normal working hours
• Occasional report writing
• Observe and comply with company Health Safety & Environmental procedures.
• Be an ambassador for Somerset House & OCS, maintaining their core values

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Time served carpenter
• Experience in a heritage environment
• City and Guilds or NVQ level 3 in carpentry
• General building experience
• Prepared to work outside of normal business hours
• Client facing - able to communicate at all levels

Desirable

• Multi skilled across with experience of other trades and practices

Personal Profile

• A self-motivated individual who can work well as part of a team or independently
• Can manage workloads and deliver in a timely manner
• Flexible approach to working with a positive can-do attitude

How to Apply

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.