Carpenter & Joiner

Amey; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm in Manchester is hiring a Carpenter & Joiner for a permanent role. You will perform joinery work, manage the workshop, and ensure maintenance of materials. Candidates should have strong organization, manual tool handling skills, and relevant qualifications. The role requires prison security clearance and offers a competitive salary along with various benefits.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

At least 24 days of holiday

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits program

Family friendly policies

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to manage joining workshop responsibilities.
• Experience in quoting and ordering building maintenance materials.

Responsibilities

• Carry out joinery work including repairs.
• Responsible for joinery workshop maintenance.
• Measure and quote for works.

Skills

Organisation in work

Manual tool handling

Ladder use

Experience in Maintenance

Education

Level 3 in Joinery & Carpentry

NVQ level 2 (may be considered)

Job description

Overview

We are excited to offer a permanent Carpenter & Joiner opportunity in HMP Manchester, 1 Southall Street, Manchester M60 9AH.

The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week. Staff are required to work on a rota basis between Saturday to Thursday 08:00 - 17:00; Friday 08:00 - 16:00. There will be a need to work 1 in 4 weekends, on a rota basis with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary.

Join our vibrant, inclusive community in the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account, working on Facilities Management and delivering critical services for prisons that make a real positive impact across the UK. At Amey, we support His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by providing safe, clean and efficient prisons. By using our facilities management expertise, we help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly.

What you will do

• Carry out joinery work including repairing doors, windows, signposts, formwork and other bespoke timber items.
• Responsible for the joinery workshop: maintenance of machines, statutory inspections, housekeeping and cleanliness.
• Measure and quote for works.
• Order materials and maintain stock of Building Maintenance material.

What you will bring

• Organisation in work, with attention to detail.
• Manual tool handling.
• Ladder use.
• Level 3 in Joinery & Carpentry is required; however, NVQ level 2 may be considered.
• Experience in Maintenance.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. If you have most but not all these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply, as we may be able to offer development or training to support you.

Prison Security Clearance including Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) will be required (Amey will support you through this process).

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People, underscoring our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. There is a place for you here whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring professional expertise and skills.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

• Remuneration - Competitive annual salary with potential for yearly reviews
• Career Growth - Opportunities to roles like Facilities Team Leader or Site Manager
• Training Opportunities - Fully funded leadership programs and personal growth
• Holidays - At least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy extra days
• Pension - Generous pension scheme with contributions from Amey
• Flexible benefits – Insurance, Cycle2Work, discounted gym Membership
• Exclusive Discounts - Access to discounts from leading retailers and services
• Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days per year for volunteering
• Family friendly policies for new parents or dependants
• Affinity Networks – Support and connection for diverse communities within Amey
• On Site - Free parking, gym access, catering facilities

About Amey

We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Our teams across the UK and internationally do important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come. To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers.

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss access needs or adjustments at any point during the recruitment process. Apply today. We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.