Prison Facilities Carpenter – Build Safe, Impactful Work

Gov Facilities Services Limited (gfsl); England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Ministry of Justice business is looking for a dedicated Carpenter to join their Facilities Maintenance Team at HMP Erlestoke. This role involves using carpentry skills to maintain the facility and ensure a safe environment for all. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in a similar role, be competent with tools, and possess up-to-date First Aid training. Competitive benefits include 25 holidays a year, private GP consultations, and a focus on diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

25 days of holidays plus Bank Holidays

Private GP consultations

Death in Service at 4x salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial reward mechanisms

Access to retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is essential.
• Able to use relevant power tools safely and effectively.
• Familiar with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a Facilities Maintenance Team.
• Create a safe environment for staff and prisoners.
• Promote rehabilitation and positive change.

Skills

Substantiated experience in similar role

Competency in the use and operation of power tools and machinery

Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office Excel and Word)

Knowledge of health and safety requirements

Up to date First Aid at Work Qualification

City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry or equivalent

Excellent organisational and time management skills

Good Health & Safety knowledge

Job description

A Ministry of Justice business is looking for a dedicated Carpenter to join their Facilities Maintenance Team at HMP Erlestoke. This role involves using carpentry skills to maintain the facility and ensure a safe environment for all. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in a similar role, be competent with tools, and possess up-to-date First Aid training. Competitive benefits include 25 holidays a year, private GP consultations, and a focus on diversity and inclusion.