Carpenter

Build Recruitment Limited; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van & fuel card

Pension scheme

31 days total holidays (23 days + 8 BH

Job summary

Build Recruitment Limited is seeking a skilled Carpenter for social housing reactive maintenance in North West London. The role focuses on first-time fixes, high workmanship standards, and customer satisfaction, within occupied domestic and council properties.

You will perform day-to-day carpentry repairs, engage with tenants professionally, and contribute to a stable team delivering reliable local repairs across NW London.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in domestic/social housing or council property maintenance.
• NVQ/City & Guilds in Carpentry (or equivalent) preferred.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

Responsibilities

• Carpentry repairs (doors, frames, kitchens, flooring, fencing, etc.) within occupied properties.
• Carry out reactive maintenance in social housing.
• Diagnose faults and provide long-lasting solutions.
• Ensure work is safe, efficient and high quality.
• Provide good customer service while maintaining professionalism.

Skills

Carpentry

Communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Independence

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds in Carpentry

Job description

Carpenter – Social Housing (Reactive Maintenance)

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: North West London (NW & HA Postcodes)

Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 per year (depending on experience & qualifications)

Benefits: Company van & fuel card provided

Build Recruitment are looking for a skilled and reliable Carpenter to join a busy reactive maintenance team delivering high-quality repairs within social housing properties across North West London. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tradesperson seeking long-term stability, great benefits, and consistent local work.

The Role:

You will carry out day-to-day carpentry repairs and maintenance within occupied domestic and council properties. The role requires a strong focus on first-time fixes, customer satisfaction, and maintaining high standards of workmanship while working in tenants’ homes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertaking all aspects of carpentry repairs (doors, frames, kitchens, flooring, fencing, etc.)
• Completing reactive maintenance works in occupied social housing properties
• Diagnosing faults and delivering effective, long-lasting solutions
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
• Providing excellent customer service and maintaining professionalism at all times

Requirements:

• Proven experience in domestic/social housing or council property maintenance
• NVQ/City & Guilds in Carpentry (or equivalent experience) preferred
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Good communication and customer service skills

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £40,000
• Company van & fuel card
• 23 days holiday 8 bank holidays (31 Days Total)
• Pension scheme
• Long-term, stable work with a reputable contractor
• Supportive team and clear progression opportunities