Carpenter

Join Our Team as a CARPENTER at Aspire Defence Service Limited (ADSL)

• Salary: Up to £36,300 per annum plus company van, tools provided, uniform etc
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, no weekends
• Location: Perham Down/Bulford

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where innovation thrives? Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) is seeking a passionate and results-driven CARPENTER to be part of our exciting journey.

What We Offer:

• Company Vehicle: Subsidised home to work commuting
• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday
• Pension Plan: Contributory Company Pension Plan matched up to 6%
• Insurance: Individual life assurance and personal accident cover
• Employee Benefits Portal: Access to private medical, private dental, discounted gym membership, and discounted shopping at over 100 brands and outlets
• Reward and Recognition: Celebrate outstanding achievements
• Employee Assistance Program: Funded program with onsite mental health first aiders

Your Role:

• To undertake New, Reactive or PPM carpentry works as part of a highly skilled maintenance function within the Garrison.
• Modify and re-construct timber structures as required by associated artisan tradesmen.
• Preparation and subsequent installation of doors and frames from blanks as may arise day-to-day.
• Ensure acceptable standards of productivity and workmanship are maintained in the execution of work.
• Accurate recording of all maintenance works when completed are posted through the appropriate, equipment, systems and documentation as required by the Company Management System.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent in City and Guilds. A IOSH Working Safely certificate would be beneficial.
• Experience: Proven high-standard carpentry experience with ability to work unsupervised and deliver quality, timely results. Understanding of team trades, safe working systems, and other disciplines within multi-task delivery services essential.
• Skills: Competent person with RAMS and Safe Systems understanding. Ability to work from drawings, requisition materials, complete jobs, and supervise operatives. Customer-focused with proactive, flexible teamwork approach. Strong problem-solving, communication skills, and self-discipline essential.
• Driving Licence: Full UK valid driving licence required.
• Security Clearance: Ability to obtain MoD security clearance.

Additional Information:

• Our garrisons are tobacco-free working environments.
• Security clearance is required prior to starting with us.
• We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against protected characteristics. All candidates will be given equal consideration through our established procedures.
• Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Ready to Join Us? If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now and be part of our dedicated team supporting the armed forces across Hampshire and Wiltshire.