Carpenter and Lock Fitter Swindon Area

Are you a skilled carpenter with a knack for precision and experience in fitting locks and doors? Are you looking to join a well-established market leading company that values quality craftsmanship, professionalism, and great customer service? We’re expanding our expert installations team and looking for an experienced Carpenter with lock fitting expertise to carry out high-quality work across residential and commercial sites covering Swindon, the M4 Corridor and the surrounding areas.

Who are we? Banham is a family-owned; family-run business that has been providing security solutions since 1926. We operate throughout the Southeast of England offering a comprehensive service on all aspects of physical and electronic security. Most important, however, are the people who make up Banham. Our dedicated employees live and breathe collaboration; they inspire and learn from each other while upholding our five core values: Family, Pride, Trust, Leadership, and Making a Difference. Employees who began their Banham careers as trainees now head up our key departments, and we are proud to foster a working environment that encourages staff to stay with us for many years.

What we are looking for:

• 5+ years’ proven experience in advanced site carpentry/joinery (residential & commercial).
• Demonstrable expertise fitting doors/frames, precision ironmongery, and complex lock mechanisms (mechanical & electronic).
• High level problem solving and fault finding; excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Confident reading drawings, taking accurate measurements, and performing precise calculations on site.
• Customer-facing professionalism—clear communication, courteous conduct, and pride in workmanship.
• A good understanding of locksmithing would be beneficial (or at a level to pass MLA assessment successfully).
• CSCS or ECS card.
• Understanding of British Standards.
• Some plastering / patching skills / making good.
• Valid UK driving licence (no more than 6pts) and flexibility to cover geographical remit (M4 Corridor).
• Basic IT literacy for email, job apps, and documentation.

What will you be doing?

• Installing doors and door sets made from various materials, timber and metal as well as, understand how to install fire doors and frames to a standard (training can be provided).
• Re hanging of doors, repairing doors/frames using hard wood and softwood, safe plinths, cut-outs for letter plates, hinges, closers, viewers and premium door furniture.
• Fitting a full range of ironmongery such as:
• Window locks and mortise bolts, handles with tubular latches.
• Installing locks (including Banham and other leading brands) on doors and windows to British Standards.
• Non Destructive opening of non Banham locks and servicing / adjusting existing locks.
• Able to fit and change other brands of locks.
• Measuring bespoke metalwork jobs such as railings and gates and producing detailed drawings/specs with precise measurements and calculations for manufacturing.
• Reading /interpreting plans, drawings and specifications; collaborating with Sales and Installations Desks to prepare and execute your schedule efficiently.
• Completing job sheets/PDA reports accurately and on time.
• Maintaining tools/vehicle to a high standard; upholding a professional image with customers.
• Working independently and within teams; mentor trainee fitters when required.

We work to the following standards:

• Quality first: We fit once, and we fit right—safely, neatly, and to standard.
• Ownership: You plan your day with the Installations Desk and keep customers informed.
• Collaboration: You’ll liaise with Surveyors, Admin desk Teams and colleagues on multi-trade jobs.
• Professionalism: You represent the brand on every doorstep.

What will you get in return?

You will be entitled to a highly competitive salary of up to £55K PA and a great range of benefits including:

• 33 days Annual Leave (includes bank holidays).
• Sick Pay that increases with length of service.
• Subsidised Private Medical Cover after completing and passing probationary period.
• Annual season ticket loan & Banham interest-free loan.
• Cycle to work & Home & Tech scheme (up to the value of £2k).
• Recruitment referral bonus scheme earning up to £500 per successful referral (T&Cs apply).
• Personal Accident Insurance Scheme - Accidents at work and outside of work are both covered, including personal attacks and sport-related injuries.
• Gym discount of up to 25%.
• Auto-enrolment into our pension scheme.
• Training and development opportunities (including day releases for studies/exams).
• Company equipment tailored to your role (Car / Van, laptop, mobile, additional screens).
• Up to 50% off Banham products.
• Banham Social Events.
• Employee recognition rewards and moments of magic prizes.
• Byond card - a workplace benefit to access exclusive offers and discounts on your everyday spend.
• An employee assistance program (EAP). EAP gives our employees access to a 24/7 free, confidential advice service for help with personal and professional problems, which could be affecting your home life or work life, health, and general well-being. This benefit also extends to your family (available from the first day of employment).
• Charity events throughout the year – Banham is proud to be working with The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and sponsoring The Banham Marsden March since 2010 over £17 million has been raised to make a difference for patients across the UK and the world for The Royal Marsden.

If you share our values and have the drive and enthusiasm to help us fulfil our vision, of significant growth, we would love to hear from you. Please click APPLY now to register your interest.

Banham is an equal opportunities employer providing employment to its team members and applicants without regard for their sex, gender, race, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other category protected by law. We welcome diversity and provide equal opportunities to applicants, based on experience, talent, and qualification for the job.