Apprentice Joiner

As an Apprentice Joiner, you will work closely with our experienced team to develop essential joinery skills, with a focus on the installation and maintenance of fire doors. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a rewarding career in the fire protection industry.

The role will involve working a 40-46 hour week over 4 days, Monday to Thursday. While some of the jobs will be local, there will be a requirement to work away nationally.  Holistic Fire Safety operate and provide services nationwide.

This position offers the chance to gain hands-on experience on client sites, working in small teams alongside fully qualified joiners.  Full training and support will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

Assisting with the installation of fire doors to industry standards
Learning to read technical drawings and specifications Measuring, cutting, and assembling timber components with precision Using hand tools and machinery safely and effectively Supporting experienced joiners with on-site installations
Ensuring work areas are kept safe, clean and organised Following all health and safety procedures

Requirements:

Enthusiasm for learning and developing new skills A strong work ethic and a positive attitude Good communication and teamwork skills Ability to follow instructions and pay close attention to detail You must be age 18 or over, due to working 10-12 hour shifts and working away from home You must be able to travel to and from Barton-upon-Humber without using public transport

Basic understanding of hand tools (desirable but not essential).

Commitment to completing an NVQ or relevant qualification in joinery.

Training:
Carpentry and Joinery Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard You will attend York College on a block release basis (11 weeks at college between September and June) The remainder of your training will take place at the workplace

Training Outcome:
Possibility of further training in Passive Fire Protection and the possibility of gaining a position as a Junior Fire Door Installer at £15 per hour

Employer Description:
We were established in November 2019, we have 38 employees and are based in Barton-upon-Humber. We are Passive Fire Protection specialists and provide Fire Safety Consultancy, Compartmentation Surveys, Fire Risk Assessments, Fire Door Inspections, Fire Door Installations and Maintenance, and Fire Stopping.

Working Hours :
Monday, 6.00am - 6.00pm (including travel to site), Tuesday - Thursday, 8.00am - 6.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Adaptability,Motivated,Willing to travel