Carpentry / CNC Assistant

**Job description**

The role of the Carpenter assistant is to provide support and assistance to one or more skilled carpenters in the fast-paced workshop based carpentry section

**Day to day responsibilities**

general assistance to the carpenter including assisting with all types of carpentry work in building Ply wooden or part wooden items which form part of van linings and racking assembly’s, and additional associated wooden items, such as vehicle bulk heads and bespoke part(s) designs
- assisting in general carpentry work and preparation as directed
- as directed by the Line manager to assist with storage, lifting, fetching supplies, undertaking tasks to assisting lead carpenter
- assisting to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair; to ensure compliance with health and safety
- interacting with Line Manager and other site workers and performing jobs as and when they are required.
- working using your own initiative within agreed roles
- maintain accurate worksheets and records/documentation associated with your work

**Key Performance Metrics**

Essential Experience & Skills
- to have achieved the qualifications. School college award in Basic Carpentry
- experience in this type of job role - minimum 1 year
- knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to the carpentry trade
- to be flexible and willing to work as part of a team
- to be friendly and approachable
- to understand and deliver good customer service
- essential to have a good attention to detail

**About TVL Group**

At the TVL Group we understand the importance of working together. We’re made up of several businesses, each pooling our combined talents to build the biggest range of bespoke security products available. Our goal is simple: to give you peace of mind and unrivalled choice when it comes to the safety of your van - and your livelihood.

From concept and design to production and finishing touches, we handle every part of the process. This way, we get assurance that everything’s been done to our exacting standards, while you save time and money. This is what it looks like in practice

With more than 80 years’ combined experience to call on, our Innovation Team are at the forefront of research and development, using the very latest technology to bring you ground-breaking advances in vehicle security. With 3D printing and state-of-the-art, in-house testing facilities, we’re able to move from initial concept to real-word results with unprecedented speed.

For smaller pieces, this is the point our Precision Engineering Team take over. Whatever the problem, they can machine a solution. Working with the latest technology in our dedicated quality assurance room, our team ensure that every single part meets our impeccable standards of accuracy and safety.

For larger products, we pass the baton to our Metal Fabrication department, who use cutting-edge techniques including laser cutting, metal folding and specialist welding to guarantee the highest level of production. This all takes place under one roof, making communication simple and assembly seamless.

Fittingly enough, it’s our Finishing Team who get the product over the line. Whether it’s powder coating, acid etching or a trip through one of our semi-automatic spray booths, we offer you more high-quality finishes than a World Cup final.

Then, with all the pieces ready, all that remains is to put them into place - and we do that too.

ProtectAVan offers both onsite and mobile fitting services, just let us know which suits and we’ll do the rest.

Peace of mind - from start to finish.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £21,500.00-£23,500.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme

Ability to commute/relocate:

- BRENTWOOD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Carpentry: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person