Carpenter Multi-Trader

ITS Property Maintenance; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A property maintenance service provider is seeking a Carpenter Multi-Trader for their housing association team in Hampshire. The role involves turning around void properties, undertaking various multi-trade duties, and ensuring high-quality work within a social housing setting. Candidates should have relevant NVQ qualifications, own tools, and a UK driving license. The role offers competitive pay at £23 - £25 per hour, with a company van supplied.

Benefits

Van and fuel provided

Upskilling and development opportunities

Positive flexible environment

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or NVQ Level 3 in at least one trade, or evidence of time served.
• Prior experience in social housing repairs, voids, or planned works.
• Must hold a full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Turn around empty properties in a safe and timely manner.
• Undertake multi-trade duties including plumbing, tiling, and carpentry.
• Deliver high-quality work that meets finished specifications.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

General property maintenance

Painting and decorating

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in a trade

Tools

110v power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Overview

Carpenter Multi-Trader role for a Housing Association in their voids team. Location: Southampton (covering Hampshire postcodes including Southampton, Portsmouth, Winchester and Eastleigh). Salary: £23 - £25 per hour. Status: Temp-to-perm. Van and fuel supplied. Working hours: 8am - 5pm.

Responsibilities

• Turn around void (empty) properties in a safe and timely manner, delivering a finish to be proud of.
• Demonstrate a core skilled trade (carpentry, plumbing or wet trade) and undertake a range of multi-trade duties including:
• Like-for-like plumbing works
• Tiling (mainly splash backs)
• Painting and decorating
• Patch plastering
• 2nd fix internal carpentry
• Kitchen fitting
• Bathroom upgrades
• General property maintenance
• Note: No electric or gas work will be undertaken in this role; these works are performed by other trades.
• Work on void or refurbishment of empty residential properties, ideally in a social housing setting.
• Deliver high-quality work that meets finished specifications so properties can be quickly re-let.
• Perform a wide range of general repairs and maintenance tasks in each property.
• Coordinate with schedulers and planners to meet contract SLA delivery in a timely manner.
• Advise your supervisor on issues or challenges requiring additional support.
• Work independently or as part of a team when required to complete a repair element.
• Complete daily work sheets detailing works undertaken and materials used after each job.
• Work in a timely and productive manner.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 or NVQ Level 3 in at least one trade, or evidence of time served.
• Own 110v power tools and hand tools.
• Basic IT skills (PDA usage).
• SOR codes knowledge desired.
• Extensive knowledge of maintenance and repair works.
• Experience in social housing repairs, voids, or planned works.
• Adhere to company health and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with a range of stakeholders; problem solving and decision making.
• Attention to detail; accountability and initiative; flexibility and adaptability.
• You must hold a full UK driving licence as a company vehicle is supplied.

Additional Information

• Next steps to apply: The role will be explained in more detail after application.
• ITS Property Maintenance is acting as an employment business for this vacancy.
• To achieve the upper pay bracket, show good experience on social housing repair contracts.
• Advertised rates are based on CIS; PAYE option with holiday pay can be discussed (approx. £18 p/h + holiday pay).
• Company may provide a van and fuel card; vehicle supplied for the role.
• Eligible for upskilling and development; positive flexible environment.