Carpenter/Joiner

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Usk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector contractor is looking for an on-site Carpenter/Joiner at HMP Usk. The role involves ensuring health and safety standards, performing various joinery tasks, and supporting operational needs. Candidates should possess Level 2 or 3 qualifications in Joinery & Carpentry and may require prison security clearance. Competitive salary and multiple benefits including pension scheme and generous holidays are offered.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary with yearly reviews

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive training programs

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Insurance benefits

Cycle2Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Exclusive retailer discounts

Two social impact days annually

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 qualifications in Joinery & Carpentry are essential.
• Prison Security Clearance is needed and will be supported by Amey.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety standards across the contract.
• Carry out various joinery work including repairs and maintenance.
• Plan work with the supervisor and maintain relevant records.
• Measure and quote for work, and order materials.

Skills

Health and safety standards

Joinery work

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Level 2 or 3 in Joinery & Carpentry

Job description

We are excited to offer an on-site Carpenter/Joiner position at HMP Usk, 47 Maryport St, Usk NP15 1XP.

Standard hours are 39 hours per week: shift pattern Mon–Thu 7:30 am – 4 pm, Friday 7:30 am – 3 pm. On-call and weekend work may be required as overtime.

What you will do

• Ensure health and safety standards are achieved across the contract.
• Carry out joinery work including repair of doors, windows, signposts, formwork, and other timber items.
• Maintain joinery workshop, machines, statutory inspections, housekeeping, and cleanliness.
• Organise and plan work with the supervisor, record and submit relevant works orders.
• Measure and quote for works, order materials, and maintain building maintenance stock.
• Support local and business zero‑carbon programmes in a strategic and lean manner.
• Handle additional reasonable requests as determined by the line manager.

What you will bring

• Level 2 or 3 in Joinery & Carpentry.
• Prison Security Clearance (Amey will support the process).

Why join Amey

At Amey we work on long‑term stable contracts, support career development, and have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with yearly reviews.
• Career growth opportunities, including Engineering Team Leader roles.
• Comprehensive training, fully funded leadership programmes.
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy further days.
• Generous pension scheme with extra contributions from Amey.
• Insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive discounts from leading retailers and services.
• Two social impact days per year for volunteering and fundraising.
• Family‑friendly policies for new parents and carers.
• Access to our Affinity Networks for diverse communities.

Application Information

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. As a disability‑confident leader, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements. For further information or assistance, contact our recruitment team.

Apply as soon as possible. This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.