Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Job Details

Job Role – Carpenter

Location:

HMP Erlestoke, Devizes, SN10 5TU

Salary: £37,870.30 per annum

Contract:

Permanent, Full Time, 39 hrs per week, Mon‑Fri with on‑call

We are seeking a dedicated Carpenter to join our team at a Category C Adult Male prison. Join a team that is more than just colleagues – we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Erlestoke runs like a self‑contained city/town, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed to driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body.

Everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, visitor, and the wider community.

As a Carpenter you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues – Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, Administrators, and others – all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a safe and secure environment for all.

If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change. If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you!

We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time‑bound services to HMPPS. We are looking for a Carpenter inc Locksmith with any combination of:

• Substantiated experience in a similar role
• Ability to display competency in the use and operation of all associated power tools and machinery
• Basic IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and Word
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
• Up to date First Aid at Work Qualification
• City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry or an equivalent qualification or substantial experience
• Good health & safety knowledge
• Excellent organisational, time management and people skills

Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays. A range of non‑contractual benefits are provided, including Death in Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts.

We will have a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress.

Pride In People – We’re passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value that every single employee brings to the organisation and are committed to doing our best to satisfy these differences whilst ensuring consistency and fairness for all.

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL’s services will transfer to a private sector provider/providers in Autumn 2026. As the programme unfolds, we will learn more.

Pride in People – Do the Right Thing – One Team. ISO 9001 Certified Company.