Fire Door Installers / Carpenter

CLC; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national maintenance provider is seeking a Fire Door Installer in Watford. The ideal candidate will have proven experience as a Carpenter with NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Joinery, and a CSCS Card. Responsibilities include the installation and maintenance of fire door sets, conducting assessments and collaborating with the management team. Offering competitive pay of £20-£22 per hour along with benefits such as holiday, referral fees, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Up to £2,000 colleague referral fee

Long-service awards

Perkbox access

1 paid volunteer day each year

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Carpenter.
• Experience in working in the social housing/health/high street sector.
• Fire door upgrade repair techniques required.

Responsibilities

• Installation of Fire Door Sets.
• All aspects of fire door maintenance.
• Carry out Fire door assessments and record findings.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to diagnose/problem solve

Ability to use own initiative

Trade background experience

Knowledge/Awareness of Health and Safety

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Joinery

CSCS Card

Job description

CLC, part of Axis CLC, is a national maintenance and refurbishment provider with over 1,000 employees and 13 UK offices. We support clients across the healthcare, defence, leisure, heritage, commercial and education sectors, delivering essential building services. As part of the Axis CLC group, backed by over 110 years of combined experience across the organisation, we offer responsive repairs, planned maintenance, compliance, decarbonisation and refurbishment solutions nationwide.

The Role

To support our continued growth, we are currently seeking a Fire Door Installer to join our team. We are looking for someone who demonstrates a polite, friendly, and flexible can‑do attitude, and is a strong team player, while showing a genuine interest in fire safety, along with a willingness to expand their knowledge and take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Installation of Fire Door Sets
• All aspects of fire door maintenance
• Working in a team and independently when required
• Liaise with management team daily
• Carry out Fire door assessments and record findings
• Ability to use company recording programs to capture works being carried out to the door/installation.

About You

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in Joinery or other relevant trade, or equivalent level of competence obtained from on‑the‑job experience
• CSCS Card
• Proven experience working as a Carpenter
• Experience in working in the social housing/health/high street sector
• Trade background experience
• Knowledge/Awareness of Health and Safety on site
• Fire door upgrade repair techniques
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to use own initiative
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to diagnose/problem solve

What We Offer

• £20-£22 per hour plus benefits including:
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays
• Up to £2,000 colleague referral fee
• Long-service awards
• Perkbox – access to free coffees, cinema tickets, discounts and well‑being offers
• 1 paid volunteer day each year
• Ongoing training, support and opportunities for progression, we promote from within

Why Axis CLC

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national team delivering essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. We value insight, quality and evidence‑based decision‑making, and offer roles where your work directly influences business performance and long‑term growth.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.