Summary
We are currently looking for candidates who are interested in becoming apprentices and joining the carpentry sector of the building world. you’ll work under the guidance and direction of an experienced carpenter or craftsperson. You’ll carry out all aspects of carpentry from new-built homes to refurbishments.
What you will do at work
- Learn the process of understanding drawings and work in accordance with specifications
- Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed
- Follow health and safety policy and procedures, including the wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) where needed
- Use various tools, equipment and materials safely
Installation of the following:
- Joists
- Roofing
- First fixing
- Window installation
- Cladding
- Decking
- Second fixing
- Kitchen installation
- Finals
Training
- During this course, you will be attending college once a week with the rest of the week spent on site
- The college course will be 2 years and once it’s completed you will gain your Level 2 in Carpentry and Joinery and spend the final year as an improver honing your skills
- Functional skills Level 2 in English and maths (if required)
- Once you have completed your Level 2 you will be enrolled onto the Level 3 Carpentry Apprenticeship
Requirements and skills
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
About this employer
PGM Carpentry manages the carpentry requirements across over 40 new build sites including the whole of Essex, Suffolk and London.
We strive on making sure our work is up to standards and take pride in making sure our workforce is taken care of!
After this apprenticeship
Once the apprenticeship has been completed, you will be a fully qualified carpenter and have the option to stay on with us as a subcontractor.