Carpenter

Blue Octopus Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in London is seeking a skilled Carpenter to join their maintenance team. The successful candidate will perform floor laying tasks and general maintenance duties. Experience with various flooring types and the ability to work in occupied homes is essential. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £36,000 and requires a commitment to community well-being.

Qualifications

• Experience required in fitting and repairing vinyl, carpet, and laminate flooring.
• Ability to prepare surfaces for flooring installation.
• Experience in maintaining a tidy and safe workspace while working in occupied homes.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair flooring in tenants' homes.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning and applying adhesives.
• Remove old flooring and dispose of waste properly.
• Ensure minimal disruption to tenants while working.
• Accurately measure and cut materials.

Skills

Experience fitting and repairing various flooring types

Skilled in surface preparation and levelling

Ability to measure, cut, and fit flooring accurately

Experience working on cap and cove installations

Comfortable working in occupied homes

Previous social housing experience

Job description

Overview

Carpenter

Tower Hamlets and surrounding areas

Up to £36,000

Hyde is looking to recruit a Carpenter with floor laying skillset.

We are Hyde, a reputable housing association committed to providing safe and comfortable living environments for our customers. With a strong focus on community well-being, we are dedicated to maintaining high standards in the properties we manage, and we are seeking a versatile and skilled Multi-Trades Person to join our dynamic maintenance team. If you have expertise in multiple trades and a passion for enhancing living environments, we encourage you to apply.

At Hyde, you will be a key member of our maintenance team, responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to floor laying, with general maintenance in carpentry and plumbing. This role requires a versatile professional who can address a range of property needs efficiently. The successful candidate will contribute to the overall well-being of our customers by ensuring the quality and functionality of our housing units.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair flooring such as vinyl and polysafe and laminate in tenants' homes.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, levelling, and applying adhesives.
• Remove old flooring safely and dispose of waste properly.
• Work around tenants, keeping spaces tidy and minimising disruption.
• Measure and cut materials accurately for a good fit.

Skills & experience

• Experience fitting and repairing various flooring types, including vinyl, carpet, and laminate.
• Skilled in surface preparation, levelling, and using adhesives.
• Ability to measure, cut, and fit flooring accurately.
• Experience working on cap and cove installations is essential.
• Comfortable working in occupied homes, maintaining a tidy and safe workspace.
• Previous social housing experience is desirable.

A basic DBS check will be carried out on the successful candidate.

At Hyde, equity, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where inclusivity is embedded in our ways of working, not just a standalone initiative. We believe that the best ideas and solutions arise from a rich mix of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Our commitment is to create a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where everyone feels valued, respected, and proud to bring their authentic selves to work.

Hyde is a Disability Confident employer, and we are here to support you with any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process.

We reserve the right to close this advert as soon as a suitable candidate has been identified.