Overview
Job Role: Carpenter Locksmith. Location: The Mount- Molyneaux Avenue, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 0NZ. Salary: £36,678.26. Contract: Full time/ Perm.
We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team at HMP The Mount, a Category C, Male prison.
Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Sunday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.
HMP The Mount runs like a self-contained Town; it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning. As part of the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed to driving the smooth and safe operation. Everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, visitor, and, wider to the families and community.
As a Carpenter Locksmith, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all.
If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.
Responsibilities
* Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to support safe and secure facility operations.
* Contribute to maintenance activities within the prison environment, ensuring compliance with safety and security standards.
* Assist with carpentry and locksmith tasks as part of the Facilities Maintenance Team.
* Support incident response and repairs as required to maintain safe conditions.
Requirements
* Substantiated experience in a similar role.
* Competency in the use and operation of all associated power tools and machinery.
* Basic IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and Word.
* Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements.
* Up to date First Aid at Work Qualification.
* City & Guilds, National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Carpentry or an equivalent qualification or substantial experience.
* Good Health & Safety knowledge.
* Excellent organisational, time management and people skills.
Benefits and Additional Information
Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4x salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts.
You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress. Explore facilities careers where you can make a difference. Pride In People.
We are committed to promoting 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 recognise the value every employee brings and strive for fairness and consistency for all. We champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone.
GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will in future be delivered by the private sector. Following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will transfer to a private sector provider/providers in Autumn 2026. More information will follow as the programme unfolds.
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