Carpenter Multi

Fortem Solutions Limited; Rushden; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in property solutions is seeking a Carpenter Multi Skilled Trade to join their Responsive Repairs team. This permanent role involves performing various property maintenance tasks in social housing, requiring core carpentry skills and basic plumbing. The successful candidate will enjoy a range of benefits, including a company van, annual leave, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

Bonus potential up to 5% annually

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off

Annual pay reviews

Full pay maternity leave (26 weeks)

Full pay paternity leave (8 weeks)

Discounted gym memberships

Training opportunities via our Learning Management System

Additional benefits: pension, life insurance, dental, private healthcare

Qualifications

• Essential: NVQ/City & Guilds qualifications or equivalent, or qualified by experience.
• Full UK driving license (max 5 points).
• Desirable: Experience in social housing.

Responsibilities

• Complete carpentry and basic plumbing repairs to a high standard.
• Notify the supervisor promptly when other trades are needed.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients and tenants.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Customer Service

Data Recording

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds qualifications or equivalent

Job description

Role

Due to continued successful growth, we offer an excellent permanent opportunity to join our Fortem team at Orbit Housing as a Carpenter Multi Skilled Trade in our Responsive Repairs team.

The Carpenter Multi Trade will be responsible for various property maintenance and repairs in Social Housing Properties, utilizing core carpentry skills and basic plumbing. The role covers a patch based in Northamptonshire and surrounding areas, so travel is essential.

Core Hours

Monday-Friday 8.00am-4.30pm

Responsibilities

• Complete carpentry and basic plumbing repairs to a high standard, adhering to specified turnaround times.
• Notify the supervisor promptly when other trades are needed.
• Collaborate with other operatives to complete projects efficiently.
• Accurately record and submit data using relevant electronic systems.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients and tenants.
• Plan and purchase materials required for work.
• Follow safeguarding policies and health & safety standards.
• Operate within company policies, including occupational road risk procedures.
• Use a PDA smartphone to communicate daily updates on work progress and completion.

Requirements

• Essential: NVQ/City & Guilds qualifications or equivalent, or qualified by experience.
• Full UK driving license (max 5 points).
• Desirable: Experience in social housing.

Benefits

• Company van and fuel card.
• Bonus potential up to 5% annually.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off (total 34 days).
• Annual pay reviews.
• Full pay maternity leave (26 weeks).
• Full pay paternity leave (8 weeks).
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Training opportunities via our Learning Management System.
• Additional benefits: pension, life insurance, dental, private healthcare, cycle-to-work scheme, mobile discounts, and more.

About Us

Part of the Willmott Dixon group, Fortem has been providing specialist property solutions since 2002. We deliver internal and external repairs, high-quality voids, planned installations, and gas services. We also focus on decarbonisation, making homes more energy-efficient and supporting clients' zero-carbon goals. Our commitment to quality and partnership ensures excellent outcomes for our clients and communities. We are an Investors in People - Gold employer, promoting equality, diversity, and respect.