Mountjoy specialises in providing professional and high-quality construction, refurbishment, building maintenance and facilities management services across the south of England.
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Carpenter to join our dynamic team. This permanent position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career and gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.
We are seeking a conscientious and enthusiastic Carpenter with a can-do attitude and a flexible approach. You must have relevant qualifications and broad commercial and domestic experience in your core trade.
In this role, you will carry out a wide variety of carpentry repairs in occupied student accommodation, buildings, and empty rooms. Tasks will include fitting various door types (including fire doors), first and second fixing carpentry, kitchen installations, ceramic wall tiling, carpet tiling, minor decorative works, and minor glazing tasks.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Diagnose and rectify faults related to core and other trades-based repair requests.
• Ensure all work meets the highest possible standards, always maintaining quality.
• Support other trades to deliver a professional, safe, and efficient maintenance and repair service.
• Respond swiftly to emergency situations and resolve them efficiently.
• Keep clients and the office updated on the progress of work and plans.
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently and cost-effectively, minimising non-productive time. Report any challenges to the Service Manager or Supervisor.
• Adhere to health and safety standards by applying risk assessments, method statements, and using PPE when required.
• Maintain tools, plant, and equipment in safe, clean, and workable conditions.
• Accurately record work completed, including photographic evidence when necessary.
• Seek assistance from supervisors when required.
• Be willing to work out of hours as needed and participate in the call-out rota.
• Contribute to the wider Mountjoy team, assisting other contracts as directed by the Repair Manager and Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and tidy company vehicle and report any defects in a timely manner.
• Be an active part of the team, embracing the Mountjoy ethos of “Integrity, built-in - doing the right thing even when no one is looking.”
SKILLS REQUIRED
• Able to use the phone or PDA to communicate effectively, explaining yourself clearly and concisely.
• Be comfortable in dealing with residents, and representatives of Southampton University.
• Understand the need to complete outstanding pieces of work and deal with work, completely and in one go.
• Have an organised approach.
• Be able to self-manage and be self-motivated, prioritizing and programming work in the most efficient manner.
• Be able to use knowledge and judgement to make the right decision and find effective solutions to problems.
QUALIFICATION REQUIRED
• NVQ level 2-3 in Carpentry or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
• 2-5 years of working in Building Maintenance and Education environments.
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