Carpenter inc Locksmith

Gov Facilities Services Limited (gfsl); Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Ministry of Justice business is seeking a Carpenter inc Locksmith for its Facilities Maintenance Team at HMP Pentonville. This full-time, permanent role entails maintaining and installing wooden structures while working alongside skilled colleagues in a multi-disciplinary environment. Competitive salary of £39,673.67 plus additional benefits, including generous holiday allowance and a commitment to diversity, make this an ideal position for skilled individuals looking to contribute to a safe and secure prison environment.

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

• Substantiated experience in a similar role is required.
• Competency in the use of all associated power tools and machinery.
• Basic IT skills are necessary, including knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements is essential.
• An up-to-date First Aid qualification is important.
• NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry or equivalent experience is needed.
• A strong understanding of health and safety regulations is critical.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills are necessary.
• Good people skills will help in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and install wooden structures and fixtures at HMP Pentonville.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary Facilities Maintenance Team.
• Contribute to a safe environment for prisoners, staff, and visitors.

Skills

Substantiated experience in a similar role

Competency in power tools

Basic IT skills

Knowledge of health and safety requirements

First Aid at Work Qualification

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry

Excellent organisational skills

Time management skills

People skills

Education

City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry

Tools

Microsoft Office Excel

Microsoft Office Word

Job description

Carpenter Locksmith

Location: HMP Pentonville (N7)

Salary: £39,673.67 + an additional 5% in recognition of shift and weekend working

Contract: Full Time - Permanent (39hrs per week)

We are a Ministry of Justice business providing critical services to HMPPS. We are looking for a Carpenter inc Locksmith to join our Facilities Maintenance Team at HMP Pentonville, a category B male prison.

As a Carpenter inc Locksmith, you will work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues in a range of trades – plumbers, electricians, painters, cleaners and administrators – to create a safe and secure environment for prisoners, staff and visitors. The role involves maintaining and installing wooden structures, fittings and fixtures, working Monday to Sunday, and contributing to the smooth operation of the prison.

Qualifications

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

Benefits

25 days of holidays per year plus Bank Holidays. Non‑contractual benefits include Death in Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, an Employee Assistance Programme, financial reward mechanisms, and retailer discounts. We provide a strong focus on safety, an inclusive workplace, competitive benefits and opportunities to build your skills and progress within our organisation.

Commitment to Diversity

We are passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace where all employees have a voice, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves.