Carpenter Multi

Fortem Cares; Peterborough, Stamford, Huntingdon, St. Neots; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortem Cares is seeking a 'Carpenter Multi' to join their Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance team, ensuring high-quality repairs across various properties. Candidates should have NVQ qualifications in roofing or equivalent experience, aiming for first-time fixes with minimal supervision and adhere to Health and Safety guidelines. Benefits include a company van, generous leave, and bonus eligibility.

Benefits

Company van provided for work purposes & fuel card

25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off

Eligibility to bonus scheme

Pay review every January

26 weeks full pay maternity leave

8 weeks full pay paternity leave

Discounted gym memberships

Up to £3,000 colleague referral fee

Private pension and life insurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Essential criteria include NVQ in Roofing or equivalent experience.
• Basic plumbing skills are necessary.
• A full UK driving license with a maximum of 5 points is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs and maintenance on Social Housing properties.
• Aim for first visit resolution to minimize disruptions.
• Operate within Health and Safety policies.

Skills

Basic Plumbing

Education

NVQ or equivalent in Roofing

Job description

Due to continued successful growth, we have an excellent opportunity to join our Fortem team as a Carpenter Multi, working permanently with our partners at Amplius Housing in our Social Housing Responsive Repairs & Maintenance team.

The Carpenter Multi will be responsible for most aspects of property maintenance and repairs to Social Housing Properties, which stretch from Peterborough, Stamford, Northamptonshire, and across to Huntingdon and St Neots (therefore, travel is essential).

Core hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Work van and fuel card are provided!

As a Carpenter Multi, you will ensure all work is undertaken to a high standard with minimal supervision, taking ownership of work, aiming for 'First time Fix' on all jobs, operating within the company Health and Safety guidelines, and remaining within budget and time parameters, whilst being courteous and professional around tenants.

The Customer

Fortem’s successful contract with Amplius supports nearly 8,000 houses, with expectations to increase significantly in 2025. Our contract includes Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Complex Works, and FRA workstreams, with plans to expand into Planned Works and Preventative Maintenance as well.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Carrying out repairs and maintenance tasks on Social Housing properties, ensuring all work meets high-quality standards.
• Taking ownership of assigned work, aiming to resolve issues on the first visit to minimize disruptions.
• Completing all tasks within allocated budgets and timelines to maintain operational efficiency.
• Operating in accordance with company Health and Safety policies to ensure a safe working environment.
• Keeping up to date with the latest technical advancements and legal requirements relevant to your areas of expertise.
• Executing duties with minimal supervision while maintaining professionalism and a strong commitment to quality.

What you will need

Essential criteria:

• NVQ or equivalent in Roofing, or qualified by experience (considered on a case-by-case basis).
• Basic Plumbing skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence (max 5 points).

Desirable:

• Social Housing experience.

Benefits include:

• Company van provided for work purposes & fuel card.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total).
• Eligibility to bonus scheme.
• Pay review every January.
• 26 weeks full pay maternity leave.
• 8 weeks full pay paternity leave.
• Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms.
• Up to £3,000 colleague referral fee.
• Other benefits including sickness pay, private pension, life insurance, dental care, private healthcare, cycle-to-work scheme, mobile phone provider discounts, & more.

Who we are

We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002. Fortem provides specialist property solutions to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs, high-quality voids, planned installations, and gas services.

We also have extensive experience in decarbonisation, making homes more energy-efficient, and helping clients on their journey to zero carbon.

Our commitment to best practices and quality, along with a genuine partnered approach, ensures excellent outcomes for our partners, clients, and customers. We are Investors in People - Gold, and we believe in equality, diversity, and respect for all, encouraging applications from all sectors of the community.