Job Introduction
Make a Difference in Lancaster
Join us as a Trainee Joiner and play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing Council-owned properties across Lancaster, including public buildings, markets, and cemeteries. Your work will help ensure safe, well-kept spaces that support the wellbeing of our community every day.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll learn and assist with a variety of joinery maintenance tasks under supervision, working on planned maintenance projects with the Repairs & Maintenance team. You’ll manage stock, follow strict health and safety procedures, and collaborate with colleagues and subcontractors to deliver high-quality work. Alongside practical duties, you’ll complete a college course and develop a portfolio to build your skills and career.
You’ll Fit Right In If…
You have a keen interest in the building trade and a willingness to learn and take initiative. You’re able to work independently and as part of a team, embracing our values of Working Together, Ambition, Pride, and Ownership. A commitment to obtaining a full driving license are essential for this role. You’ll also respect our commitment to community safety and high standards of service.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re eager to develop your joinery skills while making a positive impact in Lancaster, we’d love to hear from you. Find out more about what it’s like working with us, our benefits, values and culture, by visiting lancaster.gov.uk/sites/recruitment.
Why Work With Us
Our Benefits
- Generous annual leave
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Discounted gym membership
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Car purchase scheme
- Lifestyle savings
- Health Care Cash Plan
- Volunteering days
- Wellbeing support
Flexible working friendly
We welcome discussions about flexible working and may be able to offer hybrid working, a generous flexi-time scheme, and agreed working hours to support work–life balance.
Inclusive employer
We welcome applications from all parts of the community and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
We guarantee interviews for applicants with a disability and armed forces veterans who meet the essential criteria.
