Carpenter Multi Trader

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

Job summary

A leading maintenance contractor is seeking an experienced Carpenter Multi-Trader for a long-term contract in the Northampton area. The role involves completing carpentry repairs as well as other multi-trade tasks such as plumbing and decorating within social housing. A strong background in customer service and the ability to work independently is essential. Candidates must have a full UK driving licence and experience in occupied residential settings. A competitive hourly rate of £22.02 is offered.

Benefits

Mileage paid

Long-term contract

Qualifications

• Experience working in occupied residential settings.
• Full UK Driving Licence (max 6 points).
• Ability to work independently across a dispersed housing patch.

Responsibilities

• Completing carpentry repairs and installations in occupied properties.
• Undertaking multi-trade works including plumbing repairs and painting.
• Logging works accurately on a PDA and completing daily job sheets.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Independent working

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Carpentry & Joinery or equivalent

Tools

PDA usage

Job description

Carpenter Multi‑Trader – £22.02 per hour – Long term contract – Working for a Maintenance Contractor – Based in Northampton area – Long term temp | Social Housing Maintenance. Will require own van and tools (mileage paid). You will be covering properties in the Northampton area.

Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced Carpenter Multi‑Trader to join a busy social housing maintenance team working across properties in the Northampton area, so daily travel is essential in this area and the surrounding areas. This is a long‑term fixed‑term contract position carrying out a mixture of day‑to‑day repairs, planned works, and general maintenance within occupied and void properties. The ideal candidate will be a strong 2nd Fix Carpenter with reliable multi‑trade skills and the ability to work independently, delivering high‑quality repairs to a good standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Completing carpentry repairs, renewals and installations in occupied properties
• Undertaking multi‑trade works including plumbing repairs (like‑for‑like), tiling (mainly splashbacks), patch plastering, painting & decorating, general domestic repairs
• Working towards a first‑time fix wherever possible
• Planning and managing your own daily workload to meet contract SLAs
• Logging works accurately on a PDA and completing daily job sheets
• Ensuring all work meets high standards of safety and quality
• Providing a professional, respectful service to tenants
• Reporting any additional or follow‑on works required
• Maintaining van stock, equipment and materials
• Working independently or as part of a team when required

Essential Criteria

• Experience working in occupied residential settings
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Full UK Driving Licence (max 6 points)
• Ability to work independently across a dispersed housing patch

Desirable Criteria

• Previous social housing repairs experience
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Carpentry & Joinery or time‑served equivalent
• Experience using a PDA
• Understanding of responsive repairs and maintenance environments
• Knowledge of SOR codes

Next step to apply for this Carpenter role

As a candidate with similar experience, you will already know the technical specifications of this role, but following your application of interest, you will have the role explained in more detail.

About ITS Property Maintenance

ITS Property Maintenance are acting as an employment business for this vacancy. ITS Property Maintenance specialise in working within the social housing sector where we work with:

• Housing Association
• Local Authority
• Direct Labour Organisation
• Maintenance Contractors
• Estates Department
• FM Contractors

Providing:

• Maintenance Trades and Labour Operatives
• Operational Management Staff
• Customer and Delivery Support Professionals