FRA Carpenter & Multi‑Trade Operative – Fire Safety

About the role

We are seeking an experienced FRA Carpenter / Multi‑Trade Operative to join our fire safety team in Oxford. You will work on a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial properties, delivering fire‑risk‑assessment remedial works and ensuring fire doors and passive fire protection are installed to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain fire doors and associated ironmongery.
• Carry out passive fire stopping and other FRA remedial works.
• Perform general carpentry and building maintenance tasks.
• Undertake minor multi‑trade repairs such as plastering, tiling, plumbing or brickwork.
• Accurately record work digitally and complete compliance documentation.
• Provide excellent customer service while working in occupied properties.
• Adhere to health and safety standards and meet agreed deadlines.

Required profile

• City & Guilds qualification in Carpentry or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience installing and maintaining fire‑door sets.
• Strong domestic carpentry and property‑maintenance background.
• Ability to work independently using a range of power tools.
• Good understanding of construction health and safety.
• Full UK driving licence (maximum five penalty points).

Required skills

• Carpentry
• Fire‑door installation and maintenance
• Power‑tool operation
• Health and safety compliance
• BM TRADA / FDIS fire‑door accreditation (desirable)
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification (desirable)
• Asbestos Awareness or UKATA certification (desirable)

What we offer

• Basic salary up to £43,441 per year.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• 37‑hour working week and 37 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Pension scheme, family‑friendly benefits and childcare support.
• Retail discounts, heavily discounted gym membership.
• Permanent, full‑time contract with strong job security and career progression.
• Ongoing CPD, training and professional membership support.