Facilities Carpenter & Locksmith — Build Safe, Secure Environments

Gov Facilities Services Limited (gfsl); Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service company is seeking a dedicated Carpenter inc Locksmith at HMP Chelmsford, an adult male prison. Join a supportive team responsible for ensuring a safe environment while using your skills in carpentry and locksmithing. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry and substantial experience. The role involves collaborating with skilled colleagues and promoting rehabilitation for prisoners. Benefits include 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and various additional perks.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Death in Service at 4x salary

Private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in carpentry and locksmithing.
• Familiar with all associated power tools and machinery.
• Capable of using Microsoft Office including Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team to maintain safety and security.
• Utilize carpentry skills to improve the prison environment.
• Support the mission of rehabilitating prisoners.

Skills

Experienced in a similar role

Competency in power tools

Basic IT skills

Health and safety knowledge

Excellent organisational skills

Good time management

People skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry or equivalent

Up to date First Aid at Work qualification

Job description

A public service company is seeking a dedicated Carpenter inc Locksmith at HMP Chelmsford, an adult male prison. Join a supportive team responsible for ensuring a safe environment while using your skills in carpentry and locksmithing. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry and substantial experience. The role involves collaborating with skilled colleagues and promoting rehabilitation for prisoners. Benefits include 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and various additional perks.