Carpenter

Wates Smartspace; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

WPS is seeking a Carpenter for the Responsive Maintenance team, based at our Finsbury Park office, delivering reactive maintenance to residents under a social housing contract. You will perform carpentry repairs, liaise with the Supervisor on materials, and work solo or with others to complete tasks efficiently.

The role requires a Full UK driving licence, proven carpentry experience, high workmanship standards, and strong communication and customer service skills to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Proven carpentry experience in reactive maintenance.
• Ability to deliver high workmanship to deadlines.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Carry out carpentry repair and renewal works across various properties.
• Advise Supervisor when additional support or materials are needed.
• Work independently or with other operatives.
• Complete daily work sheets detailing tasks and materials used.
• Ensure timely and productive completion of assigned tasks.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Carpentry experience

Workmanship quality

Communication skills

Customer service mindset

Deadline oriented

Job description

Carpenter – Finsbury Park (Responsive Maintenance)

Join the WPS Team – Make a Difference in Social Housing

WPS has an exciting opportunity for a Carpenter to join our Responsive Maintenance division, working from our Finsbury Park office. You'll be delivering reactive maintenance services to our valued residents as part of a social housing contract.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out carpentry repair and renewal works across various properties.
• Advising your Supervisor when additional support or materials are needed.
• Working independently or collaboratively with other operatives.
• Completing daily work sheets detailing tasks and materials used.
• Ensuring timely and productive completion of assigned tasks.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Proven experience in carpentry.
• Ability to work to high standards of workmanship and productivity.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Why Join WPS?

At WPS, we're committed to building communities and improving lives. You'll be part of a supportive team that values your skills and helps you grow.

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre‑employment checks.

To learn more about the checks included in this process, please read the National Security Vetting.

Our commitments:

WPS is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.

We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at [e-mail]