Carpenter Multi Trader

Workmans Recruitment; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable contractor in the UK is seeking a skilled tradesperson for planned maintenance in social housing, focusing on carpentry and general repairs. The position offers a salary between £37,000 - £38,000 per annum, a company van, and comprehensive benefits including holidays, medical, and life insurance. Ideal candidates will have NVQ L2 in Carpentry or a related trade and a Full UK Driver's License.

Benefits

Company Van & Fuel Card

21 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Birthday Off

Company Pension

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Sick Pay

Company Events

Discounts Portal

Qualifications

• A Full UK Driver's License.
• Experience in social housing or residential construction.
• Good Health & Safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Carry out carpentry repairs, including door and window fixes.
• Handle rendering and brick repairs to keep buildings sound.
• Use plastering and painting to finish off repairs properly.
• Manage minor pointing and masonry repairs.

Skills

Carpentry repairs

Rendering and brick repairs

Plastering and painting

Health & Safety knowledge

Education

NVQ L2 in Carpentry/Joinery

Job description

They're a contractor with over 80 years' experience, specialising in planned repair and maintenance for social housing.

They work with some of the biggest housing associations and local councils across the UK, making sure homes stay in good shape. You'll be part of a team that values proper training and giving people room to grow.

Enjoy steady work with no call-outs, thanks to long-term planned maintenance contracts across Kent.

There's no reactive work so you won't be chasing emergency repairs and you'll have the security of a long-term contract. You'll also get the chance to step into supervision if that's where you want to go next, as the business is expanding and regularly promotes from within.

What you'll do:

Take on a variety of repair and maintenance tasks, using your skills across different trades to keep work interesting and build your expertise even further. You'll get regular paid training and upskilling to keep your tickets valid and add to your skillset.

• Carry out carpentry repairs, including door and window fixes
• Handle rendering and brick repairs to keep buildings sound
• Use plastering and painting to finish off repairs properly
• Manage minor pointing and masonry repairs
• Work directly with contractors and tenants

What you'll need:

• A Full UK Driver's License
• Experience in social housing or residential construction
• NVQ L2 in Carpentry/Joinery related trade
• Good Health & Safety knowledge

Benefits:

• Salary: 37,000 - 38,000 per annum
• Company Van & Fuel Card
• 21 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Birthday Off
• Company Pension
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Sick Pay
• Company Events
• Discounts Portal

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday
• 40 hours per week
• 8am - 5pm
• 1-hour lunch break