Joiner

Center Parcs group; Penrith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading holiday resort operator in Penrith is seeking a Maintenance Technician / Joiner to join their Technical Services team. You will be responsible for carrying out maintenance work and ensuring high guest standards. Ideal candidates will hold an NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery, possess excellent customer service skills, and be able to work effectively in a team. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and unique benefits, contributing to a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

ColleagueBonus Scheme

Pension Scheme with Life Assurance

Discounted Center Parcs breaks

Free use of leisure facilities

Qualifications

• Full driving licence held for a minimum of 6 months.
• Ability to execute work without supervision.
• Ability to work effectively and as part of a team in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out work instructed by the Maintenance Managers.
• Undertake planned works within accommodation units.
• Complete reactive work orders in the allotted timescale.
• Work as part of the Technical Services Maintenance team.

Skills

Customer service skills

Trade experience

Education

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

Job description

Overview

From fixing faults to replacing items, joining our Technical Services team means you can be a superhero for families during their break. The dedicated team provide a speedy response to any service breakdown while delivering excellent care, so our guests can relax knowing they’re being taken care of.

JOINER | £14.87 per hour

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Technical Service team as a Maintenance Technician / Joiner. This role will be fully integrated within the Maintenance team ensuring guest standards are constantly improved.

Responsibilities

• To carry out work instructed by the Departmental Maintenance Managers, Assistant Manager or Helpdesk
• To undertake planned works, working to an agreed programme, within accommodation units on changeover days and central building facilities
• Completing reactive work orders in the allotted time scale for each set of works
• Working within and as part of the Technical Services Maintenance team and proactively identifying and consulting on task trends and recurring issues which may cause future maintenance problems
• Working closely with and fully coordinating works with the Accommodation Services teams
• The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills as you will regularly come into contact with both colleagues and guests. Trade experience is essential as technical knowledge will be required.

Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Whinfell Forest (CA10 2DW), as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey

Hours of Work

You will be contracted to work 160 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.

As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis.

About You

Essential requirements:

• Full driving licence held for a minimum of 6 months
• Ability to execute work without supervision
• Ability to work effectively and as part of a team in dynamic and high-pressure situations
• NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

Desirable requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

About the Benefits

Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• ColleagueBonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
• Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
• Free use of our leisure facilities
• Discounted Center Parcs breaks
• 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
• Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
• An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.

Closing date: 23rd February 2026

Interviews to be held: Ongoing

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

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At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.

We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.