Joiner

Mears Group; Coatbridge; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm is looking for a Joiner in Coatbridge. The successful candidate will perform carpentry and joinery tasks in schools and public buildings. Responsibilities include maintaining fixtures and responding to maintenance requests. Ideal candidates should have proven carpentry experience and strong ironmongery knowledge. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Join us in making a difference in local communities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Annual Fun Day

Paid volunteering leave

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in carpentry and joinery.
• Strong knowledge of ironmongery, particularly related to fire doors.
• Ability to work in public settings and social housing.

Responsibilities

• Carry out carpentry and joinery tasks across schools and libraries.
• Install and maintain doors, windows, and kitchen units.
• Respond to maintenance jobs and deliver professional service.

Skills

Carpentry & Joinery experience

Ironmongery knowledge

Customer care skills

Job description

Joiner page is loaded## Joinerlocations: Coatbridgetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ0036358Annual salary: up to £34,315.86**Carpenter & Joiner – Public Buildings Specialist** **Location:** Coatbridge **Salary:** Up to £ 34,315.86 per annum **Hours:** Full-Time, Permanent | 40 hours per week (08:00–16:30 Monday–Friday) **Package:** Company Van, Fuel Card & Uniform Provided**schools, libraries, and leisure centres****Mears** ambition is to be recognised as the most trusted, large private provider, working with the public sector by 2025. Our approach prioritises where we can have the greatest impact and supports a culture that fully integrates sustainability and purpose beyond profit. This is underlined by our strategy, which through robust, ethical and transparent practices is built upon.**About the Role:** Mears Group continues to invest in the **North Lanarkshire** community through long-term, sustainable partnerships. As part of our dedicated team, you will help maintain and improve essential public buildings that serve children, families, and the wider community. Your day-to-day work will play a key role in keeping these spaces **safe, functional, and welcoming**.**Your responsibilities will include:*** Carrying out a full range of carpentry and joinery tasks across schools, libraries, and sports facilities* Installing, repairing, and maintaining doors, windows, kitchen units, and other fixtures* Specialist Ironmongery work, including fitting and maintaining locks, handles, hinges, door closers, and fire door safety hardware* Responding to reactive maintenance jobs and planned upgrades with high attention to detail* Delivering a courteous and professional service in live environments, often during school or public opening hours**Role Criteria:*** Proven Carpentry & Joinery experience* Strong **Ironmongery knowledge**, ideally including fire doors and access control systems* Experience working in public settings or social housing (schools, leisure centres, libraries, etc.)* Full UK driving licence* Excellent customer care skills and a commitment to safe working practices***All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.******To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21, with a licence held for over 3 months and no more than 9 penalty points******All roles are subject to enhanced DBS/security checks due to the public-facing nature of the role*****Benefits:*** 25 days annual leave + bank holidays* Mears Annual Fun Day – A celebration of our team’s achievements* Paid volunteering leave to support local causes* Mears Rewards – discounts on groceries, holidays, and more* Family-friendly policies to support work-life balance* Ongoing training and development opportunitiesJoin us in making a real difference in the heart of North Lanarkshire — **improving buildings, supporting communities, and protecting public spaces** for future generations.Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:Vickie Rudge ([e-mail])If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.[](blob:https://mearsgroup.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/0c3e0dc0-4bfa-4fa1-b14b-ce414d126049)0:00 / 2:45