Multi-Skilled Carpenter in Bristol

Why work for us? Established in 1998, Lancer Scott offers renowned high-quality construction projects and facilities management services, often competing and winning work from our much larger competitors. We are based in the heart of Bristol and have enjoyed significant success, particularly in the last 4 years with turnover increasing from £56 million in 2020 to a projected £125 million for 2025. To ensure our business remains fully supported, we are investing into our people strategy and infrastructure to give our employees the tools to perform to the best of their ability. If you would like to join a rapidly expanding business that can offer good opportunities for career development and professional personal growth, you should apply today and let’s talk.

What will my core responsibilities be?

• Working as part of the Facilities Management Team, you will play a key role in the completion of planned, reactive and remedial repairs as directed by the LSFM Helpdesk on a range of works mainly associated with joinery.
• Use your own initiative to solve complicated technical problems associated with reactive maintenance activities, including sourcing parts & materials and seeking manufacturer technical support.
• Provide detailed write-ups of works carried out to ensure our client is kept up to date at all times.
• Carry out all works within agreed timescales and to the highest standards, ensuring that you comply with current regulations and contract specifications.
• Reporting and recording procedures, including operation and maintenance logs and control measures to minimise risks.
• Utilise PDAs or electronic devices to complete works.
• Liaise closely with our Helpdesk to ensure efficient response to all works either working on your own or as part of a team.
• Observe the highest levels of health and safety at all times, including carrying out point-of-work risk assessments for every task to ensure the best possible working practices are adhered to.
• Provide a call-out response across all contracts.

What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role?

• Essential: A relevant qualification, ideally NVQ L2 or L3 in Carpentry; Hold a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a building maintenance role, particularly in relation to reactive and remedial maintenance; Demonstrate a general wide knowledge of building systems in relation to reactive tasks with an emphasis on carpentry work; Current Full UK Driver’s Licence.
• Desirable: FDIS or equivalent Fire door qualification; Fire Compartmentation experience; IOSH – Working safely or CSCS Card; IT Skills – in the use of PDA’s; Asbestos awareness training (UKATA); CSR/CSCS H&S qualification.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Building Communities at Lancer Scott: At Lancer Scott, we’re committed to giving back through hands-on support, funding, and partnerships that create lasting impact. We’ve helped deliver projects like East Street Mews, providing housing for young homeless people, and revitalised community spaces such as the East Looe Hub and a Scouts hut in Gloucestershire. Our partnership with Community of Purpose enables us to support initiatives like the Bristol Young Heroes Awards and the Break Free Programme, giving young people opportunities to thrive. Join us at Lancer Scott, where your work helps strengthen communities.