Carpenter/Joiner

The Donkey Sanctuary; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established animal welfare organization is seeking a skilled Carpenter/Joiner to join their dedicated Estates and Facilities team. This full-time role involves a mix of planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring high standards of work across various sites. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant qualification, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to health and safety. The organization offers a supportive work environment with numerous benefits, including generous holiday allowances and a wellbeing team. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the necessary skills, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission.

Benefits

Life Assurance

31 days holiday (including Bank holidays)

Wellbeing team

Recorded Pilates and Yoga classes

Long service awards

Healthshield plan

Free parking

Subsidised restaurant and shop

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of woodworking techniques and construction materials.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Complete general carpentry and joinery repairs across all sites.
• Support the construction of new sectional buildings.

Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Customer Service

Mathematical Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

Education

City and Guilds qualification or equivalent (e.g. NVQ level 3)

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

The Donkey Sanctuary is an international animal welfare organisation, offering care and protection to donkeys worldwide. Our vision is a world where every donkey has a good quality of life, and our mission is to improve the lives of donkeys every day. We will achieve this by transforming the lives of donkeys in need worldwide by fostering greater understanding, collaboration and support, and by promoting lasting, mutually life-enhancing relationships.

These are exciting times for the charity, and we have an excellent opportunity for a proactive and professional team player with exceptional time management and problem solving skills and a strong customer service ethic to join our busy Estates and Facilities Building and Groundworks team. As Carpenter/Joiner, you will undertake a mix of both planned and reactive maintenance works for our internal customers across The Donkey Sanctuary sites, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standard and in a safe, timely and cost efficient manner.

About you:

• A City and Guilds qualification in a relevant field or equivalent qualification (e.g. NVQ level 3).
• Working knowledge of woodworking techniques and construction materials.
• Proficient in using hand and power tools.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong mathematical and measurement skills.
• Proven understanding of Health and Safety and risk assessments.
• Full UK valid driving licence.

About the role:

Your principal duties and responsibilities will include –

• Completing general carpentry and joinery repairs, general building tasks and adjustments to existing woodworks throughout all DS sites.
• Supporting the construction of new sectional buildings, including mobile shelters, stables and sheds.
• Carrying out the assembly of structures, building and installing frameworks, doors, windows, staircases, and furniture.
• Accurately measuring, cutting, and shaping wood and other materials for assigned works minimising wastage.
• Ensuring all health and safety protocols are adhered to, including the completion of point of work risk assessments and mandatory training.
• Inspecting and maintaining tools, ensuring all equipment is in good condition and safe to use.
• Ensuring that estimates for quantities and materials are requested/ordered as required, and accepting and checking materials on delivery, signing delivery notes and raising any issues with the delivery of materials, should they arise.

What we offer in return:

Based in Sidmouth, Devon – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – this is a full-time, permanent contract starting as soon as possible, working 37.5 hours per week, 07.30-16.00, Monday-Friday.

Life assurance.

31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 will each full year of service.

Wellbeing team.

Recorded Pilates and Yoga classes.

Long service awards.

Healthshield plan –

• Reimbursement of some medical expenses up to the specified limits per membership.
• Offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel and entertainment from participating outlets.
• Access to a 24/7 GP and counselling service.

Free parking.

Subsidised restaurant and shop.

The Donkey Sanctuary is a Disability Confident Employer.

The Donkey Sanctuary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults), and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.

Please note: The Guaranteed interview scheme is only applicable to candidates who consider themselves to have a disability applying for roles based within the United Kingdom.

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