Carpenter
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Position Overview & Specifications
Airport facilities maintenance are looking to hire a carpenter for the off-airport division.
This is a self-employed position (CIS).
The ideal candidate will be a time served, experienced & qualified carpenter.
The works consist of general maintenance & small projects. A breadth of knowledge across multiple trades would be beneficial.
Job details:
Hours are predominantly 08:00 - 16:00 however some flexibility will be required.
Working week: Monday - Friday
Rate: £20-£22ph (40-hour weeks)
Duration: on going works for the right candidate (no end date)
Payment terms: 1st week in hand, weekly pay there after
Work location: AFMLs coverage area is Cambridge down to Brighton & as far West as Swindon
Transport: Van & fuel card are provided
Requirements:
1. C&G qualified carpenter (cards & certs will be audited prior to this role being offered)
2. Clean criminal record
3. Full UK driving licence
4. CSCS
5. Competent to work alone
6. Able to work cohesively in a team
7. IT literate
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £22.00-£23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Multi trader: 5 years (preferred)
- Carpentry: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: On the road
Expected start date: 19/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Carpenter roles across Airport facilities maintenance's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22 - £23 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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