Carpenter Locksmith

Gov Facility Services Limited; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities maintenance company in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a Carpenter Locksmith to join a supportive team at HMP The Mount. This role involves maintaining a safe environment for both staff and prisoners, requiring experience in carpentry and excellent organizational skills. Benefits include 25 days of holiday and various employee assistance programs.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Private GP consultation service

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Substantiated experience in a similar role.
• Competence in the use 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, NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry or equivalent.
• Excellent organisational, time-management and people skills.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside colleagues from various trades to maintain facilities.
• Contribute to a safe and nurturing environment for prisoners.
• Support the operation of HMP The Mount.

Skills

Experience in a similar role

Competence in power tools and machinery

Basic IT skills (Excel, Word)

Health and safety knowledge

First Aid at Work qualification

NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry or equivalent

Organisational and time-management skills

People skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Title

Carpenter Locksmith

Location

The Mount - Molyneaux Avenue, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 0NZ

Salary

£36,678.26 - £38,424.86 with 5% shift allowance

Contract

Full time / Permanent

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team at HMP The Mount, a Category C, male prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues – we work Monday to Sunday as a supportive, driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP The Mount runs like a self‑contained town; it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed to driving the smooth and safe operation. As a Carpenter Locksmith, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues from a range of trades – plumbers, electricians, painters, cleaners and administrators – all dedicated to making a positive difference for prisoners, staff and visitors alike. If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change.

Qualifications

• Substantiated experience in a similar role
• Competence 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

Holidays are 25 days per year plus bank holidays, with a range of non‑contractual benefits including financial reward mechanisms and retailer discounts. We also provide a private GP consultation service and an Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and information services for preventive care. Our workplace is supportive, inclusive, and committed to safety, with real opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.

About GFSL

GFSL is a Ministry of Justice business that provides critical services to HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS). We are looking to build a secure and safe environment for prisoners and staff alike and to help prisoners reintegrate into society.

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If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you! Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL.