Qualifications and Experience

• Artisan Class 2 or 3 Carpentry and Joinery
• At least 2 year’s experience as a carpenter

Skills and Competences

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Carpenter is responsible for the following duties:

• Reading and interpreting blueprints
• Assisting supervisors with structural design, planning, layout, and installation
• Carrying out all the carpentry repairs and maintenance on all buildings of the University
• Carrying out all carpentry repairs and maintenance of furniture e.g. chairs, desks, shelves, cupboards, cabinets etc for the University
• Carrying out all new carpentry works on buildings, furniture and facilities whenever this is not out-sourced
• Assessing and producing carpentry maintenance requirements for all University buildings and furniture on a regular basis
• Conducting repair work and installation of doors, windows, cabinets, balustardes, and other fixtures as required
• Assessing the quality of woodwork and materials
• Operating tools, machines, and other equipment
• Ensuring compliance with local building codes, and health and safety regulations
• Contributing to the success of the Central Services and Amenities Department by performing all other essential duties as assigned.