Fire Door Carpenter

Axis Europe Plc; Worcester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A property maintenance company is seeking a skilled Fire Door Carpenter to join their team in Worcester, covering the Midlands area. The ideal candidate will have strong carpentry skills, a commitment to quality, and a valid CSCS card. Responsibilities include fire door installations and maintenance primarily within healthcare and secure environments. The position offers competitive benefits including a company vehicle and ongoing training opportunities. The role requires a willingness to travel, effective communication skills, and attention to security compliance.

Benefits

Company vehicle and fuel card

25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Private health and dental care

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel across the Midlands.
• Valid CSCS Card required.
• NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry or equivalent needed.
• Fire Door Installation qualification preferred.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Ability to complete background checks for security.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire door installations, repairs, and inspections per regulations.
• Perform general carpentry and maintenance tasks.
• Manage ongoing contract work at Gloucester Hospital.
• Support projects involving fire door installations across the Midlands.
• Work on military bases adhering to security protocols.
• Ensure high-quality completion of all tasks.

Skills

Strong carpentry skills

Commitment to quality

Effective communication

Ability to work with security compliance

Willingness to travel

Education

Valid CSCS Card

NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry (or equivalent)

Fire Door Installation and/or Maintenance qualification

Tools

Own tools suitable for fire door and carpentry works

Job description

Axis CLC is a national property maintenance and compliance partner, backed by over 110 years of combined experience. We employ more than 2,500 people and support over 400 clients across the UK, delivering essential repairs, refurbishment and building safety services that keep homes and public buildings operating at their best. Each year we complete over 400,000 repairs, helping to keep tenants safe, properties performing and owners fully compliant.

The Role

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Fire Door Carpenter to join our team based in Worcester, covering the Midlands region. This is a key role supporting our commitment to safety, compliance and quality across a range of live and sensitive environments.

You will play a vital part in delivering fire door installations, repairs and maintenance works, primarily within healthcare and secure environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out fire door installations, repairs and inspections in line with current regulations and best practice
• Complete general carpentry and building maintenance works as required
• Deliver fire door replacement and maintenance works on an ongoing contract at Gloucester Hospital
• Support projects across the Midlands, including fire door installations and remedial works
• Work on military bases and government sites, adhering to strict security and compliance requirements
• Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard
• Communicate effectively with clients, site teams and management

About You

• To succeed as a Fire Door Carpenter, you will bring strong carpentry skills and a clear commitment to quality and compliance. You will have:
• Willingness to travel across the Midlands
• Own tools suitable for fire door and carpentry works
• Valid CSCS Card
• NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry (or equivalent)
• Fire Door Installation and/or Maintenance qualification (or working towards)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Ability to successfully complete background checks for security clearance

Training & Development

Following the successful completion of a three-month probation period, Axis CLC will provide further training and development to support your career progression. This will include:

• SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme)
• NVQ training in Fire Door Installation
• ROSPA Fire Door Inspection training

What We Offer

• Company vehicle and fuel card (business use)
• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• On-site parking (where applicable)
• Private health and dental care (after successful 3-month probation)
• Ongoing training, development and long-term career opportunities

Why Axis CLC?

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation delivering essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You’ll join a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering meaningful work and genuine opportunities to develop your career.

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 recruitment process, please let us know.