Carpenter Improver in London

We believe that everyone deserves a chance in life to become who they want to be regardless of their situation, and with the support and guidance from our dedicated team of staff with over two decades of knowledge, we believe we can achieve positive outcomes for all. AMAT have been ever present in the homeless sector offering supported accommodation to the people in Kent, and are pleased to say we have not and would not furlough any staff during lockdowns due to the nature of the work we do, and the fact that we operate all year round. We are currently looking to recruit a Carpenter Improver to join our amazing team on a six month fixed term contract. You will be responsible for carrying out reactive repairs to properties within AMAT's portfolio, as well as carrying out planned carpentry works. Your key tasks will be to: Assemble sturdy and well-constructed floorboards, skirting, doors, doorframes, fitted furniture, cabinets, and shelving. Install and change a variation of locks. Install door furniture, including handles, closers, intumescent stripping to all doors and fire doors. Repair and refurbish existing building work. Replace damaged wood in hardwood floors and outdoor decking. Advise the Senior Manager of Facilities of any work you feel is beyond your abilities, or that requires a qualification or registration that you do not hold. Ensure that health and safety is maintained, at all times, in all working areas. Maintain a clean and tidy work area, at all times and ensure your work vehicle is clean and tidy at all times and that the stock and materials carried are neatly organised and itemised. You will be required to provide your own tools for this role and a tool allowance will be paid on top of your salary for this. The ideal candidate for this role will have a relevant carpentry qualification, and CSCS card. Experience in a similar role would be an advantage, however we would be happy to consider newly qualified candidates without experience also as this role involves working alongside an experienced Carpenter. You should be competent in using IT in order to receive and respond to jobs and work instructions, have awareness of health and safety, and have excellent time management and organisation skills. Our client group are people who are homeless, and an understanding and empathy towards the issue of homelessness is essential. A full manual driving licence is also essential to this role, in order to get to our properties around Medway and Maidstone. The hours for this position are 37.5 hours per week, working shifts of 8.45am – 5.15pm, five days over seven. At AMAT, we are focused on delivering the best service we can to our service users, and operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year service in order to achieve this. As such, you will be required to work