Carpentry apprentice

Duties will include but are not limited to:

Minor and major repairs to tenanted properties Hands on experience of other trades Reacting to emergency work (with a mentor) Use of IT to record job information Ordering of materials to complete tasks Adhering to CDM regulations and company H & S policies

Training:
You will be working towards a Level 2 Carpentry & Joinery apprenticeship standard. You will be required to attend Cornwall College St Austell on a weekly basis as part of the apprenticeship training.  You will receive on and off the job training and support from an assessor and your employer.

Training Outcome:

The carpenters will be looked to progress into full time employment with MD Group also. We will also look to develop other trade skills (basic plumbing etc.) to enhance their employability.

Employer Description:
We are a leading building services specialist operating in the affordable housing and public sectors. We work with local authorities and social landlords to maintain and refurbish the homes, properties and public buildings in their care. We help our customers meet the challenge of managing restricted budgets while maintaining their commitment to the communities they serve; by delivering the highest standards of work in the most efficient manner possible, reliably, on budget and as specified. Over more than two decades we've established a reputation for outstanding workmanship, supported by rigorous process, responsible leadership and continuous investment; consistently outperforming our competitors in terms of value for money and resident satisfaction. Today, we're one of the largest building services companies in the South and South West.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm (on site).

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Commitment to learn,Receptive to advice,Reliable,Enthusiastic