Carpenter & Joiner

Mears Group; Croydon; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home services provider is seeking an experienced carpenter for a full-time role in Croydon. The position involves delivering high-quality carpentry repairs in occupied social housing, ensuring residents' homes are safe and well maintained. Ideal candidates will have proven domestic repair experience, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent customer service abilities. This role includes benefits like a company van, annual leave, and staff perks, making it an exciting opportunity to contribute to a rewarding sector.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Annual Mears Fun Day

Volunteering Leave

Staff perks with Mears Rewards

Qualifications

• Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance in a carpentry position.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day carpentry repairs in occupied properties.
• Replace and repair internal doors, frames, handles, locks and hinges.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in line with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

Excellent customer service skills

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Carpenter

Annual salary up to £38,000 per annum, plus company van, fuel card and uniform. Full-time permanent contract, 42.5 hours per week (8‑5 Monday‑Friday). Location: Croydon.

Job Overview

We’re looking for an experienced domestic carpenter to support a responsive repairs contract in occupied social housing. The role involves delivering high‑quality carpentry repairs and maintenance in occupied homes, ensuring residents’ properties are safe, functional and well maintained.

Role Responsibilities

• Carry out day‑to‑day carpentry repairs in occupied properties as part of a responsive maintenance service.
• Replace and repair internal doors, frames, handles, locks and hinges.
• Fit and adjust kitchen units, worktops, cupboard doors, and pelmets.
• Install or replace skirting boards, architraves and other decorative joinery.
• Repair or replace timber flooring, stair components, and handrails where required.
• Make good following repairs, including basic patch plastering or tiling as needed.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in line with health and safety regulations.
• Accurately record job details, materials used and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets.
• Work professionally and respectfully in residents’ homes, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
• Identify and report any additional works, safeguarding concerns or property issues beyond the scope of the job.
• Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Provide high levels of customer care.

Role Criteria

• Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance in a carpentry position.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent customer service skills, with experience working in occupied homes.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations and safe working practices.
• Ability to use handheld devices or job management systems to record work.
• Willingness to participate in out‑of‑hours emergency rota.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual Mears Fun Day.
• Volunteering Leave.
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards – discounts of up to 10% on groceries, holidays, eye‑test vouchers, Share‑save scheme and more.
• Family‑friendly policies.
• Company van, fuel card and uniform.

All roles require entitlement to work in the UK; we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. Background, identity and security checks are required before commencement of employment.

To apply, contact Laura Bourne at [e-mail]. If you need help with your application process, we are here to support you every step of the way.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability‑Confident employer and support the Armed Forces Covenant. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.