Carpenter

Flagship Housing; Newmarket; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused housing provider is seeking a skilled Carpenter to join their Responsive works team. The role involves undertaking various carpentry tasks to support property repairs and maintenance, ensuring safety and quality service. Ideal candidates will have formal carpentry qualifications, driving license, and strong problem-solving skills. If you are committed to delivering exceptional service, apply before September 11, 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience within carpentry and ability to complete a range of tasks.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel across company properties.

Responsibilities

• Carry out carpentry works to support repairs and maintenance.
• Install and repair doors, windows, and flooring.
• Maintain clear communication with the team and customers.

Skills

Carpentry skills

Problem-solving capabilities

Communication skills

Health & safety awareness

Microsoft applications proficiency

Education

Full trade apprenticeship or NVQ Level 2

Tools

Carpentry tools

Vehicle for travel

Job description

Are you looking to make a real difference in your local community, working for a company committed to tackling the housing crisis in the East of England? At Flagship Services, we are seeking a skilled Carpenter to work as part of our Responsive works team to help us deliver exceptional service and quality for customers moving into our homes.

Location: Thetford, Bury St Edmundsand surrounding areas

Flagship Services is part of Bromford Flagship. By joining us you become part of a leading housing provider delivering community-focused services across the east, central and south west of England. We have a local approach, all backed by the scale and ambition of the Bromford Flagship Group. Join us to help create communities where people can put down roots, feel secure, and thrive.

In this role you will work efficiently and safely and strive to minimise waste. Carrying out a range of carpentry and carpentry related works to support the repairs and maintenance of Flagship Properties. Using various tools and equipment, including a provided Flagship Services vehicle, you will carry out works including the installation and repair works to doors and windows, associated furniture, flooring, tiling and basic painting and decorating. You may support in the cleaning of damp and mould, carry out void clearances and flood repairs, and identify and arrange removal of asbestos when needed; ensuring we’re spending time and money wisely, and providing the best possible service for our tenants. Ongoing cyclical compliance and safety training will be provided.

For more details of the role, please see the Part I Play

Minimum Essential Criteria for Carpenter Role

• Full trade apprenticeship, or NVQ Level 2 within a relevant trade or equivalent, including experience within carpentry.
• Full, clean UK driving licence with willingness to travel across company properties.
• Ability to complete a broad range of carpentry tasks, including repairs, installation of doors, windows, and skirting, and kitchen or bathroom fitting as required in void properties. Confident using appropriate tools and equipment, with an unwavering focus on health & safety.
• Good problem-solving capabilities and a can-do attitude when faced with unforeseen challenges or emergency situations that may occur on-site.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for diverse interactions.
• Competent in Microsoft applications such as Outlook, teams and emails. Willing to use or learn to use tablet based apps to receive and log jobs.
• Willing to take part in the out-of-hours on call rota which may include Public
  Holidays.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a collaborative, customer-focused team.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding customer service, treating every home and customer with care and respect.

Click here for details of the benefits of Joining Flagship Services as a Carpenter

If you’re passionate about putting your trade skills to great use, committed to quality, and ready to make homes ready for new beginnings, we would love to hear from you!

Closing date: 11th September 2025 (Midnight)