Fire Door Carpenter - Long-Term Contract

Daniel Owen Ltd; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Tools provided

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension

Job summary

Daniel Owen Ltd is seeking an experienced Fire Door Carpenter/Installer to join a well-established property services contractor on a long-term social housing contract in the Birmingham area.

You will install and remediate fire doors in occupied homes, ensuring compliance with fire safety standards. The role runs Monday to Friday, with a company van, tools provided, and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience installing fire doors and carrying out remedial works.
• Experience in social housing or occupied properties is desirable.
• NVQ Level 2 or above in Carpentry, Joinery or Passive Fire Protection is essential.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install fire doors within social housing properties.
• Carry out fire door remedial works and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Fire door installation

Remedial works

Independent worker

Health & safety awareness

Tenant communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry/Joinery/Passive Fire Protection

NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry/Joinery/Passive Fire Protection

ASFP Passive Fire Protection training

FIRAS Installer Assessment

BM TRADA Fire Door Installer Certification

IFE Level 2/3 in Passive Fire Protection

PASMA and IPAF certifications

Working at Height / Asbestos Awareness training

Tools

Handheld devices

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Fire Door Carpenter / Fire Door Installer to join a well-established property services contractor, working on a long-term social housing contract across the Birmingham area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled carpenter with fire door installation and remedial experience who is looking for stable, ongoing work, a competitive package and the opportunity to make a real difference in people's homes.

You'll be carrying out fire door installations, inspections and associated remedial works within occupied social housing properties, helping to ensure residents' homes remain safe and compliant.

What's on offer?

• Competitive salary with weekly pay.
• Long-term, stable work on an ongoing social housing contract.
• Monday-Friday working week (39 hours).
• Company van and fuel card provided.
• Tools provided.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Option to buy or sell annual leave.
• Company pension scheme.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Organised workloads and support from a dedicated planning team.
• Refer-a-friend scheme offering up to £1,000.
• Additional benefits, including healthcare discounts, high street discounts and lifestyle perks.

The Role - Your Responsibilities

• Installing fire doors within social housing properties.
• Carrying out fire door remedial works and associated repairs.
• Ensuring all work is completed to the required fire safety, quality and compliance standards.
• Working within occupied properties and communicating professionally with tenants.
• Following job tickets and using handheld devices to manage daily tasks.
• Managing your own workload while working alongside the wider contract team.
• Maintaining excellent health and safety standards at all times.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience installing fire doors and carrying out associated remedial works.
• Previous experience working within social housing or occupied properties (desirable).
• NVQ Level 2 or above in Carpentry, Joinery or Passive Fire Protection (essential).
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Good communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with tenants.
• The ability to work independently and manage your daily workload effectively.
• NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry, Joinery or Passive Fire Protection.
• ASFP Passive Fire Protection training.
• FIRAS Installer Assessment or BM TRADA Fire Door Installer Certification.
• IFE Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Passive Fire Protection.
• PASMA and IPAF certifications.
• Working at Height, Asbestos Awareness and Manual Handling training are also required, although refresher training can be provided where necessary.
• Candidates must be willing to undertake a practical skills assessment, which may include a fire door installation, and a satisfactory DBS check.

Why Apply?

This is more than just another carpentry role. You'll be joining an established property services contractor with a strong reputation for delivering quality maintenance and compliance services across the UK.

With consistent work, a company van, tools provided and a Monday-Friday working pattern, this is a great opportunity for someone looking to secure their next long-term position.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Fire Door Carpenter or Installer looking for your next opportunity in the Birmingham area, we'd love to hear from you.