Carpenter jobs in United Arab Emirates

Gov Facility Services Ltd (GFSL) is seeking an experienced Carpenter to join our team at HMP Winchester, Romsey Rd, Winchester SO22 5DF. This is a permanent, full-time role (39 hours per week) in a category B adult male local prison.

Location: HMP Winchester

Salary: £32,438.51 per annum

Contract: Permanent, full time

• Provide carpentry services as part of the Facilities Maintenance Team to support the safe and secure operation of the prison.
• Collaborate with colleagues across trades (Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Administrators and Cleaners) to deliver maintenance and improvements.
• Apply knowledge of current best practices, safety standards and preventative/reactive maintenance in daily work.
• Demonstrate emotional resilience, work at pace, manage multiple tasks, and stay calm under pressure.

• A formal qualification such as NVQ or City and Guilds level 2, or substantial work-based experience with knowledge of current best practices and material, tool and equipment safety standards
• Knowledge of routine preventative maintenance and ability to adapt to changing priorities when reactive maintenance is required
• Enjoyment of teamwork and collaborative working
• Honest, reliable, and robust character

Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, with a range of non-contractual benefits including Death in Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, Employee Assistance Programme and retailer discounts. There is a strong focus on safety, a supportive and inclusive workplace, and opportunities to build skills and progress.

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will be delivered by the private sector. Following a procurement process, GFSL’s services will transfer to a private sector provider/providers no sooner than August 2027.

GFSL is committed to diversity and creating a workplace where all employees have a voice, feel a sense of belonging, and are empowered to be their true selves. We champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning, training, and career progression opportunities for everyone.