Carpentry Machinist/Technician

Medirest Signature; Epsom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Construction Technician/Wood Machinist to join their Epsom campus. The role involves operating woodworking machines and providing technical services while ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have experience in carpentry, relevant qualifications, and a passion for mentoring young people.

Benefits

27 days holiday + Bank holidays

Discounted on-site gym and Starbucks

Cycle to work scheme

Free online qualifications

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experienced Wood Machinist with relevant certifications.
• Passion for working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain woodworking machines.
• Cut, plane, shape, and sand timber and composite materials.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Wood Machining

Carpentry

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Nescot is recognized as the Employer of the Year at the Surrey Business Awards 2024 and offers a wide range of benefits and wellbeing activities to staff.

At Nescot, we are recruiting for a Construction Technician/Wood Machinist to join our campus based in Epsom, Surrey.

What we are looking for:

• Experienced Wood Machinist
• Experience with tools and materials used within Carpentry and Joinery
• Relevant machinist Certificates - NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
• Passion for working with young people

Duties/responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain woodworking machines
• Cut, plane, shape, and sand timber and composite materials to required shapes and sizes
• Assist in the provision and delivery of technical services and facilities
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations within the teaching areas
• Maintain minimum stock levels

Benefits:

• 27 days holiday + Bank holidays
• A discounted on-site gym, Starbucks, sports hall, fitness classes, osteopathy, and day nursery
• 5-minute walk from Ewell East Station
• Blue light discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free online qualifications
• Free on-site parking

Nescot was graded 'Good' by Ofsted following its latest inspection in January 2023. The report highlights that students enjoy their courses, are motivated to succeed, and benefit from highly supportive relationships with staff. Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with regular staff training, and leaders have an effective policy for safer recruitment. At Nescot, we pride ourselves on our inclusive culture and welcome all applications. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and criminal record checks (enhanced DBS clearance).

Interviews will be held as and when candidates apply.