Based in Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park At FCDO Services, we protect the UKs interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings, courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech, and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the mission we're on. In our world, it all matters. A positive decision maker with the ability to deliver highly effective joinery and carpentry workshop operations. Combining traditional machining methods with modern CNC technology. Now youre ready to apply your skills and expertise to projects for our global organisation. Were on a vital mission, and you can be part of it. Providing a world-class service Protecting the UKs security interests It all matters Design, develop and deliver bespoke products for our global customers When you join us in this important role, youll focus on delivering highly effective, day-to-day workshop operations. Producing Packing crates for equipment through to high quality joinery. This will involve liaising with stakeholders, ordering materials and equipment and the design, manufacture, construction, and cost recovery of high-quality bespoke products that meet our customers needs. Youll also carry out the planned and preventative maintenance of workshop machinery. Youll have a wide range of additional responsibilities these include delivering operational Health and Safety in the workshop, using traditional woodworking techniques, and developing your skills with CNC router technology. Youll also make an important contribution to the research and development of potential future products, services and new or improved processes. Use all your expertise as you help keep our machinery and workshops safe. To be a success in this role youll have a Level3qualificationorequivalentexperiencein carpentry and joinery, a comprehensive understanding of workshop Health and Safety, and experience in the safe use, operation, and basic maintenance of workshop machinery. Its vital that you have hands-on knowledge of spindle moulders, planers, thicknessers, tenoners, table saws, crosscuts, wall saws and other workshop equipment. Be able to interpret professional and technical documents, be prepared to on board new skills in the use of specialist software systems and tools. Any experience as a First Aider or Fire Warden would be desirable, as would the ability to supervise and deliver training to your colleagues. Discover the support you need to grow your career further But were always looking to improve just like you. Thats why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, youll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need. Want to see your future team s work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide to take you round to see how we deliver for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at virtual-embassy.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If youre successful in your application, well ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. You can find out more about vetting at fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/ To find out more about our benefits and our organisation, please visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk Closing date: 30 March 2025 It takes a diverseteam to protect a diverse world The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know youre welcome and valued. Its what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why were recognised as a Carer Confident workplace. And its how you know youre joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation. ADZN1_UKTJ