Bathroom Fitter

Fortus Recruitment; Heathfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Company pension

Paid annual leave

Training and career development

Job summary

Fortus Recruitment is recruiting a Bathroom Fitter to join a social housing contractor. The role is permanent and full-time, covering Bedfordshire and surrounding areas, with a salary of £38,610 per year and a company van with a fuel card.

You will carry out complete bathroom installations in occupied or void properties, ensuring high standards and excellent customer service for residents.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bathroom Fitter in social housing, domestic maintenance, or refurbishments.
• Excellent bathroom installation, plumbing, tiling and basic carpentry skills.
• Strong customer service and communication abilities.
• Full UK driving licence and health and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Complete full bathroom refurbishments within occupied or void social housing properties.
• Remove existing suites and prep areas for new installations.
• Install baths, showers, trays, WCs, basins, and vanity units.
• Carry out wall and floor tiling, boxing-in, and finishing works.
• Perform basic plumbing alterations and repairs as required.

Skills

Bathroom installation

Plumbing

Tiling

Carpentry basics

Customer service

Health and safety

Driving licence

Job description

Job Description – Bathroom Fitter (Social Housing)

Position: Bathroom Fitter
Location: Bedfordshire and Surrounding Areas
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £38,610 per annum
Benefits: Company Van and Fuel Card Provided

About the Role

Fortus Recruitment are currently recruting for a Bathroom fitter to join a well established Social Housing Contrcator. This is a permanent position offering long-term stability, a competitive salary, and a fully equipped company van with fuel card. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out complete bathroom installations and associated works to a high standard while maintaining excellent customer service for residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete full bathroom refurbishments within occupied and void social housing properties.
• Remove existing bathroom suites and prepare areas for installation.
• Install baths, showers, shower trays, WC's, basins, vanity units, and associated fixtures.
• Carry out wall and floor tiling, boxing-in, and finishing works.
• Undertake basic plumbing alterations and repairs as required.
• Complete minor carpentry works, including fitting bath panels, boxing, and trims.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company standards, health and safety regulations, and project specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed using company systems or paperwork.
• Communicate professionally and courteously with tenants, residents, and colleagues.
• Keep company vehicle clean, organised, and stocked with required materials and tools.

Requirements Essential

• Proven experience as a Bathroom Fitter within social housing, domestic maintenance, or refurbishment environments.
• Strong skills in bathroom installation, plumbing, tiling, and basic carpentry.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements within residential properties.

Desirable

• Experience working in occupied social housing properties.
• Multi-skilled background in additional trades.
• Asbestos Awareness certification.
• CSCS Card.

What We Offer

• Permanent employment with a well-established organisation.
• Competitive salary of £38,610 per annum.
• Company van provided for business use.
• Fuel card supplied.
• Ongoing work across Bedfordshire and surrounding areas.
• Opportunities for training and career development.
• Company pension scheme.
• Paid annual leave.
• Supportive team environment