Carpenter

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job description

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils are looking for a Carpenter to join our team. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37 hours per week. The successful candidate will earn a competitive salary of GBP35,930 per annum + Tool Allowance (pro rata for part time).

What we are looking for

We are looking for a qualified Carpenter to join our Housing Repairs and Maintenance Team. You will share our values, commitment and motivation to make a difference for our districts.

About the role

Based from our Depot at Great Wenham, you will work in the Babergh and Mid Suffolk Districts on a wide range of carpentry repairs associated with the maintenance of council homes.

This is an opportunity to join the councils' new dynamic housing repairs team. You will be responsible for undertaking high-quality reactive works across our 7000 occupied properties.

Key duties will include:

• Reactive repairs to council houses in accordance with orders/instructions from our technical admin team via an electronic remote working system.
• Identifying, collecting and using the correct materials, plant and equipment for the identified repairs.
• Providing information as required regarding repairs undertaken to our Technical Administrative Team.
• Participation in the out-of-hours call rota.

A van (for work use only) is provided, equipped with a range of tools, and in addition, a tool allowance is paid.

About you

You will have gained a minimum of NVQ Level 2 in carpentry (or equivalent) and will demonstrate experience in a wide range of carpentry repairs.

In addition to your carpentry skills, you will need to have a focused customer service approach, excellent communication skills, and be adaptable and resourceful when working in the team or independently across the districts.

You should be able to demonstrate the following:

• A sound knowledge of construction practice and related trade technology.
• Awareness of Health and Safety at Work Act, practice and responsibility.
• Computer literate and able to use email and mobile devices.
• Ability to maintain accurate work records.
• Ability to diagnose and effect the most cost-effective repair solution.
• Experience in domestic responsive property repairs.

A full valid driving licence is essential for this role.

A DBS check will also be required.

About us

Working together across our councils and with our partners in the public, private and voluntary sectors, we provide excellent services to our 190,000 residents across Babergh and Mid Suffolk.

We are proud of the role we play in creating the environment, economy, and communities for our districts.

Our ways of working

Work is what we do, not where we go! We are committed to working in a more Hybrid way, with a mix of office, home, and remote based working (Business needs permitting). This has worked well for us and is something we will be continuing with.

We are committed to supporting equality and diversity, Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils provide opportunity and ambition for all, supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible service for our residents.

Benefits

• Great opportunities for learning and development.
• Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 26 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years service, plus bank holidays).
• Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Wellbeing Support Programme.
• Employee Assist Programme.
• Health Care Options.

Closing date: 5pm, 24 April 2025

If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this Carpenter role, even if you don't meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.