Maintenance Carpenter

ZipRecruiter; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security organization is seeking a Maintenance Carpenter to perform maintenance, repair, and construction tasks in secure facilities. This role offers a competitive salary starting at £42,798, with opportunities for growth and additional allowances after training. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a strong work ethic, as well as the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and potential overseas deployments.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days after 5 years

Excellent pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

On-site facilities (gym, restaurant, coffee bars)

Paid parental and adoption leave

Interest-free season ticket loan

Tools and equipment provided

Two hours weekly for fitness

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Level 2 or equivalent in Carpentry and Joinery required.
• Strong work ethic and physical fitness essential.
• Basic IT and report writing skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and construction in secure facilities.
• Produce technical drawings and select materials.
• Occasional deployment within the UK for intelligence operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 in Carpentry

BTEC or NVQ in Carpentry and Joinery

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Job Description

Maintenance Carpenter

Department: Trades & Services
Location(s): London
Salary: Starting basic salary is £42,798 for the first year, rising to £46,268 after one year.

Job description

The role also offers a technical framework allowance and disruption allowance, which you can apply for once training is complete and you meet the technical qualifying criteria. By your second year as a fully trained property specialist, you could earn £53,524, excluding overtime or on-call payments.

Flexible working: This role is primarily office-based due to the nature of the work. Once qualified, some flexibility or compressed hours may be considered depending on training and business needs.

About Us

MI5 protects the UK from threats like terrorism and state threats. We analyze intelligence, work with partners like MI6 and GCHQ, and provide security advice. Working at MI5 involves unique, challenging work in a supportive environment, making a real difference to national security.

The Role

As a Maintenance Carpenter, your responsibilities include maintenance, repair, and construction in secure facilities, including infrastructure hardening and creating bespoke spaces. You will produce technical drawings, select materials, and perform tasks to high standards while following strict security protocols.

An exciting aspect is occasional deployment within the UK for intelligence operations, using your trade skills to support national security.

This role is mostly Monday to Friday, often with early starts, and may require working evenings, away from home, or overseas. Overtime and on-call payments are available for additional hours.

About You

You should have a City & Guilds Level 2, BTEC, NVQ, or equivalent in Carpentry and Joinery, and be comfortable with hand and power tools. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, proactive approach, problem-solving skills, and good communication are essential. A full UK driving license and physical fitness are required, along with basic IT and report writing skills.

Training and Development

We invest in our employees with professional growth opportunities. Initial training lasts about 6 months, combining in-house and external courses. Mentorship and a training pathway with milestones will support your progress. We also support external courses to keep your skills current.

Rewards and Benefits

Starting salary £42,798, rising to £46,268 after a year. Additional allowances are available after training. The second-year earning potential is up to £53,524, plus overtime and on-call payments.

Benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days after 5 years
• Additional public holidays
• Personal Learning Budget
• Excellent pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site facilities (gym, restaurant, coffee bars)
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Two hours weekly for fitness
• Tools and equipment provided

Equal Opportunities

We value diversity and encourage applications from under-represented groups, including women, minorities, people with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals.

Learn more at https://www.MI5.gov.uk/careers/