Carpenter & Joiner at Mears Group

Mears Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Volunteer leave

Staff perks (Mears Rewards)

Family friendly policies

Company van

Job summary

Mears Group is seeking a skilled Joiner to support a busy responsive repairs contract in Govanhill, Glasgow. This hands-on role involves delivering high-quality carpentry repairs in occupied social housing, ensuring homes are safe, functional and well maintained.

You will replace doors, fit kitchen units, install skirting and architraves, and complete finishing works, while working efficiently on site and providing excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience in domestic carpentry and repairs in occupied properties.
• NVQ or equivalent in carpentry is preferred.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

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, cupboards, and pelmets.
• Install or replace skirting boards and architraves; decorative joinery.
• Repair timber flooring, stairs components and handrails as needed.
• Record job details, materials used and completion notes accurately.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment in residents' homes.
• Identify and report additional works or safeguarding concerns.

Skills

Carpentry experience

Social housing experience

Driving licence

Education

NVQ in Carpentry

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Carpentry tools

Job description

We’re currently seeking a skilled and reliable Joiner to join our team, supporting a busy responsive repairs contract in Govanhill. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll be responsible for delivering high‑quality carpentry repairs and maintenance in occupied social housing properties, helping ensure residents’ homes are safe, functional, and well maintained. You’ll be responding to a variety of day‑to‑day repair requests, including tasks such as replacing internal doors, repairing skirting boards and architraves, fitting kitchen units, and completing general finishing works. No two days are the same, and your ability to work efficiently, solve problems on‑site, and provide excellent customer service will be essential. With a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to raising standards in social housing, this is a great opportunity to be part of a team that’s making a meaningful impact in the community. We’re looking for someone experienced in domestic carpentry, confident working in occupied homes, and committed to getting the job done right the first time.

Duties:

• 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
• Always adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures
• Provided high levels of customer care

Role Criteria:

• Experience in Carpentry or NVQ
• Ownership of basic tools
• Experience within social housing
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits we can offer you.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
• Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more.
• Family friendly policies
• Company Van, Fuel Card, and Uniform

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.

We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.

In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.