FRA Carpenter
- by Build Recruitment Limited
- Location London, UK
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Salary
£39,760 / year
3 days ago
Job Description:
Location: London & Surrounding Areas (Field Based)
Salary: £39,706.50 per annum
Contract: 2x Permanent & 3x 12-Month FTC
Hours: 40 hours per week (8am–5pm, Monday–Friday)
Start Location: From Home Address
Office Base: River House, Sidcup (Attendance approx. twice per month)
Join a Leading Fire Safety Team
We are recruiting experienced Flat Entrance Door Carpenters to join the Fire Team at one of the UK’s largest housing associations.
Following the Fire Safety Regulations 2022, annual fire door inspections are now a legal requirement in residential buildings over 11 metres. This is a vital compliance role focused on protecting residents and ensuring fire safety standards are maintained across London and surrounding areas.
If you have strong experience hanging fire doors and working within social housing or maintenance environments, this is a secure and rewarding opportunity.
The Role
Reporting to the Fire Safety Supervisor, you will:
Carry out fire door inspections and maintenance
Evaluate fire doors for correct installation and compliance
Complete minor repairs and frame adjustments
Undertake fire door set installations and second fix carpentry
Record findings accurately using a PDA
Deliver works to high safety and quality standards
Work across all London regions and outskirts
This is a mobile role – you will start and finish from home using a company vehicle.
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience hanging fire doors and fire door sets
Strong second fix carpentry skills
Experience in fire door maintenance and compliance works
Knowledge of building/maintenance environments
Good understanding of job-related Health & Safety
Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
Strong communication and customer service skills
Full UK Manual Driving Licence (essential)
What’s On Offer
£39,706.50 annual salary
Company van (business use only)
Fuel card, PDA, uniform & PPE provided
Parking paid
Excellent pension (up to 6% double contribution)
28 days annual leave rising to 31 days with service Bank Holidays
Westfield Health Cash Plan
Non-contributory life assurance
Up to 21 hours paid volunteering leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Additional lifestyle benefits
Interview Process
Closing Date: 27th February 2026 (11pm)
Interviews & Practical Assessments: 10th–12th March 2026
Location: River House Depot, Sidcup
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advert early due to high response.
Contact Tom at [email protected]
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Job Type
Permanent, Full Time
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Work Authorisation
No
- Industry Sector Public Sector & Services