Carpentry Supervisor - Fire

JLL; Romford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility management company in the UK is seeking a Mobile Fire Door Approved Person (AP) to perform maintenance tasks across commercial properties. The ideal candidate will have a trade background, with a Level 3 City & Guilds qualification in Carpentry and Joinery. This role offers flexible hours and requires proactive maintenance skills along with the ability to manage compliance and documentation tasks.

Qualifications

• Trade background with recognized qualification or completed apprenticeship.
• Extensive knowledge of building fabric services and Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive maintenance repairs and PPM across various client contracts.
• Quality assure inspection documentation and sign off remedial/installation works.
• Work collaboratively with lead contract support and Client Engineering Coordinators (CEC).

Skills

Proficiency with smartphones, PDAs, laptops, and IT systems

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Flexible approach to working hours

Self-motivated with supervisory capabilities

Education

Level 3 City & Guilds in Carpentry and Joinery or equivalent

Job description

Mobile Fire Door Approved Person (AP)

About Us

JLL Workplace Management delivers comprehensive facility management services across diverse commercial portfolios. We partner with clients to maintain safe, compliant, and efficient workplace environments through expert technical services and proactive maintenance solutions.

Role Purpose

We are seeking a practical, self-motivated professional to join our Fire Door Services team as a Mobile Fire Door Approved Person (AP). This position involves carrying out reactive maintenance, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), remedial works, and installations across commercial premises throughout the south of England. The successful candidate will coordinate with approved contractors and provide technical expertise while maintaining the highest professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Operations

• Carry out reactive maintenance repairs and PPM across various client contracts
• Quality assure inspection documentation and sign off remedial/installation works
• Build accurate quotes based on inspection reports
• Read and interpret fire strategy plans and fire risk assessments

Compliance & Leadership

• Ensure compliance with both client and JLL Health & Safety procedures
• Provide support and guidance to technicians in a supervisory capacity
• Work collaboratively with lead contract support and Client Engineering Coordinators (CEC)
• Complete on-site Method Statements and Risk Assessments

Administrative & Development

• Work remotely using laptop to fulfill AP responsibilities
• Complete BM Trada training (company‑provided) to fulfill AP role requirements
• Participate in flexible working hours and emergency call‑out cover
• Maintain current knowledge and professional qualifications through CPD

Essential Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Trade background with recognized qualification or completed apprenticeship
• Level 3 City & Guilds in Carpentry and Joinery (or equivalent)
• Extensive knowledge of building fabric services and Health & Safety regulations

Skills & Attributes

• Proficiency with smartphones, PDAs, laptops, and IT systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends
• Self‑motivated with supervisory capabilities and professional presentation

This job description outlines the main duties as of the completion date. Duties may vary to meet business needs without changing the general character or responsibility level of the position. The salary reflects the flexible working requirements including weekend and evening work