Apprentice Joiner

Introduction

As an Apprentice (Joiner) you will develop the skills and competencies to assist in the provision of a building repairs and construction service provided on behalf of the Strategic Facilities Management, Repairs and Maintenance Service.

Durham County Council is the largest council in the North East, we employ over 16,000 people and have a budget of around £1.3billion which helps us provide services for more than 513,000 people. We are a forward-looking council and recognise that we need passionate people who share our enthusiasm to deliver fantastic services to the people of County Durham.

• Assist in the supporting and advising of the Construction and Repairs and Maintenance Managers and other staff regarding joinery installation and maintenance issues
• Develop the post holder’s understanding of the service to comply with the performance standards set for the Maintenance and Construction Service
• Develop the post holder to assist in the promotion and development of working practices and procedures to improve the health and safety culture within the Strategic Facilities Management, Repairs Maintenance Service

There is no guarantee of a job role on completion of the apprenticeship but if working at the required level opportunities will become available for progression.

• Communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working

• GCSE – English – 2 or above
• GCSE – Maths – 2 or above

• Course:
  Carpentry and joinery (level
  2)
• Level: 2
• Route:
  Construction and the built environment
• Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

• Working Week:
  The normal working hours are 39 hours per week (2 hours per week contributing to B&FM’s stand down scheme).
• Expected Duration: 3 Years
• Training Provider: NEW COLLEGE DURHAM

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.