Carpenter

Skilled Careers; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Careers is seeking an experienced Social Housing Carpenter to join our team in South London. You will perform responsive repairs, maintenance and refurbishment in occupied and void social housing properties, delivering high-quality work with safety in mind.

The role requires strong carpentry skills, a professional approach to customer service, and the ability to complete tasks to a high standard while working safely. A valid UK driving licence and your own tools are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a carpenter in social housing or property maintenance.
• Good knowledge of first- and second-fix carpentry.
• Ability to diagnose faults and complete repairs independently.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Own tools and an understanding of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out first and second-fix carpentry repairs in social housing properties.
• Repair and replace interior doors, frames, skirting, architraves and flooring.
• Fit kitchen units, worktops and other fixtures as required.
• Carry out repairs to windows, locks and joinery components.
• Complete planned maintenance, responsive repairs and void property works.
• Identify additional repairs and report issues for further attention.
• Maintain accurate job records and complete work orders using a mobile device.
• Keep work areas clean, tidy and safe.
• Provide courteous and professional service to residents and tenants.
• Comply with health and safety procedures and building standards.

Skills

Carpentry

Communication

Health & safety

Education

Carpentry qualifications

Job description

Location: Southwark/Croydon
Salary: £22 per hour plus van and fuel
Hours: 8-5 Monday – Friday

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Social Housing Carpenter to join our team, carrying out responsive repairs, maintenance and refurbishment works within occupied and void social housing properties.

The successful candidate will have strong carpentry skills, a professional approach to customer service and the ability to complete work to a high standard while working safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out first and second-fix carpentry repairs in social housing properties.
• Repair and replace internal doors, door frames, skirting boards, architraves and flooring.
• Fit kitchen units, worktops and other fixtures where required.
• Carry out repairs to windows, locks and other joinery components.
• Complete planned maintenance, responsive repairs and void property works.
• Identify additional repairs and report any issues requiring further attention.
• Maintain accurate job records and complete work orders using a mobile device.
• Keep work areas clean, tidy and safe.
• Provide a courteous and professional service to residents and tenants.
• Comply with health and safety procedures and relevant building standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a carpenter, preferably within social housing or property maintenance.
• Relevant carpentry qualifications or equivalent practical experience.
• Good knowledge of first-fix and second-fix carpentry.
• Ability to diagnose faults and complete repairs independently.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Own tools and a good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• A DBS check may be required, depending on the role and employer requirements.