Carpenter inc Locksmith Mount

Job Role

Carpenter Locksmith

The Mount – Molyneaux Avenue, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 0NZ

£37,870.30 – £39,673.67 (with 5% shift allowance). Full time / Permanent

We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team at HMP The Mount, a Category C, male prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues – we work Monday to Sunday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP The Mount runs like a self‑contained town; it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning.

As a Carpenter Locksmith, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues across a range of trades – from plumbers and electricians to carpenters, painters, cleaners and administrators – all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a safe and secure environment for all.

If you are looking for a role to use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change.

• Substantiated experience in a similar role
• Competency in the use and operation of all associated power tools and machinery
• Basic IT skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and Word
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
• Up to date First Aid at Work qualification
• City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry or an equivalent qualification or substantial experience
• Good Health & Safety knowledge
• Excellent organisational, time‑management and people skills

Holidays: 25 days per year plus bank holidays. Non‑contractual benefits include Death in Service at 4x salary, private GP consultations, an Employee Assistance Programme, financial reward mechanisms and retailer discounts. A strong focus on safety, a supportive inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package and real opportunity to build your skills and progress.

We’re passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves.

GFSL has been notified that FM services will be delivered by the private sector by August 2027; current services will be transferred after a successful procurement process.

Explore a varied and rewarding career n our community of employees working to keep prisons secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike. Apply online or contact our recruitment team for more information.