Builder

NELL Developments; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NELL Developments is looking for an experienced builder to join our growing team, working across domestic renovations, extensions and commercial property maintenance. You’ll carry out general building and maintenance work, including carpentry, masonry, repairs and finishing, depending on your experience.

We’re a small, hands‑on company that values reliable people, quality workmanship and a professional approach with clients.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in general building and multiple trades.
• Good practical judgement and problem solving on site.
• Reliability, punctuality and pride in your work.
• Clear communication with clients and the team.
• A good understanding of site health and safety.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general building and maintenance work across domestic renovations, extensions and commercial property maintenance.
• Read drawings where required and complete work to a high standard.
• Work independently or with other trades as needed.
• Ensure site health and safety compliance at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and communicate with clients.

Skills

General building experience

Carpentry

Masonry

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Reliability

Communication with clients

Health and safety awareness

Education

Full UK driving licence

Relevant trade qualifications

Job description

Builder / Multi-Trade Operative – Self-Employed

Location: Portsmouth, Southampton and surrounding areas

NELL Developments is looking for an experienced builder to join our growing team, working across domestic renovations, extensions and commercial property maintenance.

We’re a small, hands‑on company that values reliable people, quality workmanship and a professional approach with clients.

The role

You’ll carry out general building and maintenance work, including carpentry, masonry, repairs and finishing, depending on your experience. You should be confident working independently and alongside other trades, reading drawings where required and completing work to a high standard.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in general building and multiple trades.
• Good practical judgement and the ability to solve problems on site.
• Reliability, punctuality and pride in your work.
• Clear communication with clients and the team.
• A good understanding of site health and safety.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Relevant trade qualifications are an advantage.

What we provide

• Van, fuel card and business card for work purposes.
• Varied projects across Portsmouth and Southampton.
• Support from an experienced team and specialist subcontractors.
• Competitive rates agreed according to skills and experience.

This is a self-employed position.