Apprentice Fire Door Joiner

To support the maintenance, repair, and installation of building components under supervision, with a focus on developing core carpentry skills. The role will involve assisting with fire safety-related works, including fire door maintenance, repairs, and basic fire stopping, while working towards recognised qualifications.

What you'll do

• Assist in carrying out maintenance and installation works under supervision, developing skills in line with approved competency levels, company policies, procedures, legislation, third party accreditations, and industry good practice.
• Support the recording of completed or surveyed work using the electronic systems provided, ensuring systems are updated regularly and, as a minimum, daily.
• Work collaboratively with other site trades and internal group companies, developing effective communication skills and maintaining positive working relationships.
• Assist in ensuring the efficient use of materials, and support the safe and secure storage of materials on site. Contribute to maintaining accurate van stock schedules.
• Follow all local site safety rules and guidance at all times.
• Attend and actively participate in inductions, site meetings, toolbox talks, training sessions, and company meetings as part of ongoing development.
• Adhere to all health, safety and environment processes and procedures within the Safety Management Systems, developing a proactive approach to compliance.
• Support the completion of required paperwork and electronic records in a timely and legible manner.
• With support and guidance, begin to develop the skills required to undertake installation and repair work, including assisting with coordination of materials and labour.
• Work towards achieving personal development goals and performance measures set by the line manager and training provider.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop.
• Maintain a professional, friendly, and customer-focused approach at all times.
• Attend college as required under the apprentice training plan;
• Complete any required paperwork / electronic systems timely and legibly;
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the level of the apprenticeship role, supporting learning and development.

Training

• 4 x 2 week block release at Sheffield College City Campus

After the apprenticeship

Upon satisfactory completion of the apprenticeship there is the potential of full-time employment (subject to role availability).

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English and Maths (grade 3/D and above)

Things to consider

• A full UK driving licence (or can clearly demonstrate a plan to obtain one) is required for this role.
• Ability to use hand tools and basic level battery tools (e.g. Drill).
• Ability to listen, comprehend and action instructions.
• Understanding of basic construction methods and industry.
• Experience and willingness of working out of normal hours.
• Experience of similar role (either through employment or work experience).

About the employer

We are an established Group of integrated construction based companies operating throughout the mainland UK, providing construction solutions to developers, building owners and main contractors.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Carpentry and joinery (level 2), Construction and the built environment
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE
• Expected duration: 2 Years
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, typically 8.00am to 5.00pm.
• Start date: 2 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,640 a year