Carpenter & Locksmith – Secure Prison Facilities

Gov Facility Services Limited; Rochester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Retailer discounts

Job summary

Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL) seeks a skilled Carpenter with Locksmith capabilities for HMP Rochester. The role is part of the Facilities Maintenance Team, supporting the safe, secure operation of the prison, with Monday–Friday hours in a team‑driven environment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate carpentry expertise, power tool competency, and knowledge of health & safety. IT basics (Excel/Word) and First Aid at Work are required, with a committed focus on safety and

Qualifications

• Substantiated experience in a similar role.
• Be able to display 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, NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry or equivalent qualification or substantial experience.
• Good Health & Safety knowledge.
• Excellent organisational, time management and people skills.

Skills

Carpentry experience

First Aid at Work

Health & Safety knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

NVQ Level 3 Carpentry

Tools

Power tools

Machinery operation

Job description

Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL) seeks a skilled Carpenter with Locksmith capabilities for HMP Rochester. The role is part of the Facilities Maintenance Team, supporting the safe, secure operation of the prison, with Monday–Friday hours in a team‑driven environment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate carpentry expertise, power tool competency, and knowledge of health & safety. IT basics (Excel/Word) and First Aid at Work are required, with a committed focus on safety and