Site Carpentry Technician

Overview

Job role: Site Carpentry Technician

Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 bonus per annum plus up to 6% bonus Working location: Barking

Employment type: Full-time, permanent

Due to the nature of this role, a DBS check will be required and administered by NHBC.

What you’ll be doing

• Preparing and ordering materials and equipment within agreed budgetary requirements to ensure continuity of learning. Such examples are: delivery related materials such as equipment, PPE and consumables.
• Assisting the senior trainer in tuition delivery, helping learners with materials and engaging with lesson plans and aiding the development of such. You will be involved in planning structures to be built by learners.
• Independently teaching in the absence of the senior trainer. You will deliver a mix of practical training and shared best practice from your experience in housebuilding.
• Constructing and presenting example structures in line with tuition delivery for learners.
• Responsibility for updating progress records of apprentices using the online reporting portal.

What we’re looking for

• Experience in brickwork & groundwork occupations
• Proven record of practicing trade within a housebuilding environment
• Experience of working in an environment to ensure safeguarding of apprentices
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Complete progress trackers and associated paperwork to a standard required by ESFA/Ofsted

Education and Qualifications

• Carpentry related qualification at Level 2, or equivalent
• First Aid at Work (or ability to achieve)
• Full driving licence required

What we offer

Our benefits package includes:

• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
• holiday purchase scheme
• enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%)
• life assurance
• subsidised private medical insurance
• employee discounts platform
• two days volunteer leave
• equalised maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents

+ many more!

Who we are

At NHBC, we pride ourselves on being truly unique. No other organisation in our sector matches the range of services and scale we provide. As the market leader, we are recognised as the go-to for new home warranties and insurance. Our team is united by a core purpose: to raise the standards of house building and protect homeowners.

Why you should join us

As a modern, family-friendly employer, we’re in a phase of rapid growth, embracing technology, data and new ways of working. We’re seeking passionate, skilled and driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey.

Once onboard, you’ll have access to fantastic opportunities for personal and career growth. You’ll receive thorough training, continuous development and the chance to earn recognised qualifications and professional memberships to support your journey.

We support flexible working and encourage our colleagues to find a balance that suits them. While we may not be able to accommodate every request, we’re always happy to have a conversation about flexible working arrangements.

Our inclusive culture

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We firmly believe in the right of all our employees and customers to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from discrimination. Our active employee networks support colleagues and their allies, providing safe spaces for open conversations and idea-sharing.