Carpenter Multi Trade

Axis Clc; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused maintenance service in East Grinstead is seeking a skilled Carpenter-Multi to join their team. This role involves delivering high-quality carpentry and multi-trade repairs in social housing, ensuring tenants feel secure and supported. Candidates should have NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry, strong communication skills, and a full UK driving licence. The position offers competitive daily rates, benefits including a van and fuel card, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Van and fuel card

Uniform / PPE

Paid holidays (21 days + bank holidays)

Career development and training

Heart Hub rewards and benefits

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Carpentry and UPVC skills.
• Multi-trade experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work respectfully with others.
• Full clean UK driving licence required.
• Excellent understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Carry out carpentry and multi-trade repairs in occupied properties.
• Respond promptly to emergency repairs.
• Install and repair doors, windows, and kitchen units.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify issues early.
• Maintain accurate records of jobs and collaborate with other trades.

Skills

Carpentry skills

Multi-trade experience

Communication skills

Health and safety knowledge

Problem-solving abilities

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry

Job description

Are you a Carpenter with multi‑trade experience who wants to make a difference in your local community? We are seeking a skilled Carpenter‑Multi to join our Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance team, delivering high‑quality installation, maintenance and repair work across tenanted properties. This role is about more than just carpentry – it’s about helping residents feel safe, secure and comfortable in their homes. You’ll focus on achieving a first‑time fix wherever possible, ensuring minimal disruption to tenants and building trust through excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Carry out carpentry and multi‑trade repairs in occupied social housing properties and communal areas.
• Respond promptly to emergency repairs, ensuring tenants feel supported and safe.
• Install and repair fixtures such as doors, windows, staircases, kitchen units and bathroom fittings.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify issues early and prevent disruption to residents.
• Communicate clearly with tenants about the nature of the work, expected timelines and follow‑up actions.
• Maintain accurate records of all jobs, including before‑and‑after photos.
• Collaborate with other trades to deliver seamless repairs and refurbishments.
• Ensure all work complies with housing regulations, health and safety standards and safeguarding requirements.
• Use a PDA to update the status of work on the jobs management system.
• Operate power tools effectively and safely.
• Effectively maintain vehicle and van stock.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Carpentry and UPVC skills.
• Multi‑trade experience (e.g. plumbing, joinery, general repairs).
• Previous experience in social housing repairs strongly preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work respectfully with tenants and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Full clean UK driving licence.
• Excellent understanding of health and safety regulations, legislation and procedures.
• Awareness of, or willingness to learn, Awaab’s Law principles.
• Proven ability to deliver high‑quality construction projects and efficient output to meet client expectations.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Personal resilience and ability to work effectively under pressure and to deadlines.

Benefits

• Salary: £170–£200 per day (plus benefits).
• Van and fuel card.
• Uniform / PPE, work phone.
• 7‑day call‑out rota (paid on top of salary).
• Heart Hub rewards, perks & benefits platform.
• Group life assurance.
• Competitive salaries.
• Pension scheme.
• Paid holidays from 21 days plus bank holidays.
• Family‑friendly policies.
• Health & wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Career development and training.