Carpenter & Joiner - Job Opportunity

A great opportunity has become available for an on?site Carpenter & Joiner based in the Oakham area.
This is a full?time position working 39 hours per week across a 7?day rota. The role includes working 1 in every 3 weekends, with an additional 15% allowance added to the basic salary for weekend work.
Salary: £29,009 - £35,015, depending on experience.

Role Overview

The Carpenter & Joiner will play a key role in delivering planned and reactive maintenance across a busy facilities environment. This includes a wide range of joinery and carpentry tasks, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
The position also supports broader environmental and zero?carbon initiatives as part of the organisation's long?term sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring Health & Safety standards are upheld across all work areas
• Completing joinery tasks including the repair of doors, windows, signposts, formwork, and other bespoke timber items
• Overseeing the joinery workshop, including machine maintenance, statutory inspections, organisation and cleanliness
• Planning and organising daily work activities with the supervisor
• Recording and submitting details of completed work via relevant work order systems
• Measuring and preparing quotations for work
• Ordering materials and maintaining stock of building and maintenance supplies
• Supporting zero?carbon and sustainability programmes where appropriate
• Carrying out additional reasonable duties as directed by the line manager

Candidate Requirements

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Carpentry & Joinery, or equivalent
• Competent in manual tool handling
• Confident in the safe use of ladders
• Strong understanding of safe working practices

Applications are welcomed from individuals from all backgrounds.
Some level of security vetting may be required, and full support will be provided throughout the process.

Benefits

The successful candidate will join an organisation offering strong long?term stability, professional development and an excellent benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary with potential annual reviews
• Clear career progression routes, including opportunities to move into leadership roles
• Fully funded training and leadership development programmes
• Minimum of 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• Generous pension scheme
• Flexible benefits, including insurance options, Cycle to Work and discounted gym memberships
• Access to discounts with major retailers and wellbeing providers
• Two annual paid volunteering days
• Family?friendly policies and support
• Access to employee networks and inclusive support groups

Diversity & Inclusion

The organisation is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Applications are encouraged from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, identity or personal circumstances.
Applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum role requirements will be guaranteed an interview. Adjustments and additional support can be provided throughout the recruitment process.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early, as this vacancy may close once a sufficient number of applications has been received.