Job Description

REQ ID: 131762
JOB TITLE: Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Carpenter
SALARY: £46,272

POSTING START DATE: 14/05/2026

POSTING END DATE: 28/05/2026

LOCATION: Solihull

SHIFT: 3 SHIFT - 6:00-14:00/14:00-22:00/22:00-6:00

As a qualified skilled professional at JLR, you’ll bring to life era-defining vehicles that people across the world know and love. You’ll collaborate with other expert technicians and leaders in skilled roles, who lend their insight to help realise our vision of modern luxury. Your dedication to excellence will ensure our production lines run smoothly and meet the highest quality standards. Craft an exceptional career with us.

This role will be responsible for carrying out a range of general carpentry tasks on both a planned and reactive works nature within JLR. Whilst Carpentry would be the core skill needed, you will in addition be expected to carry out general building works within the Site Services department.

WHAT TO EXPECT

You'll be a proactive and dependable professional with the ability to work independently while supporting team performance and driving continuous improvement.

• Operate effectively under limited supervision, confidently managing routine tasks and responsibilities.
• Provide hands-on support, mentoring, and training to junior team members to enhance overall team capability.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of quotations for remedial works, ensuring projects are seen through to completion.
• Ensure all contractual services are delivered in line with agreed KPIs and quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with the Site Supervisor to support business improvement initiatives and operational goals.
• Contribute to process improvements by identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and service quality.
• Maintain a flexible and proactive approach to meet changing business needs and operational priorities.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Carpenter with a strong background in building maintenance, fire door compliance, and delivering high-quality workmanship in line with safety standards.

• Hold City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in Carpentry, demonstrating a solid technical foundation.
• Experienced in general building maintenance duties across a variety of environments.
• Knowledgeable in the installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire doors to ensure compliance.
• Maintain a strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations within building environments, ensuring safe working practices at all times.
• Presentable, approachable, and proactive, with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude when engaging with clients and colleagues.
• Effective team player with the ability to also work independently using own initiative.
• Excellent communication skills, combined with a willingness to learn and undertake further training as required, and flexibility including holding (or working towards) a full driving licence

BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of benefits:

• Discounted car purchase scheme (open to family members, too)
• A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available.
• A competitive pension
• A JLR company performance-related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for; education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning.
• Access to open, employee-led support and social networks

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.