Carpenter/Plumber Portsmouth City Council

TN United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Carpenter/Plumber to join their dynamic team in Portsmouth. This permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to advance your career while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment. You will undertake responsive repairs for various properties, ensuring high-quality workmanship and customer service. Enjoy generous benefits including annual leave, a pension scheme, and access to company vehicles. If you're ready to make a difference in building maintenance, this is the role for you!

Benefits

31 days annual leave

Flexible leave scheme

Company sick pay

Life Insurance

Electric Dreams Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Defined contribution Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Tool loan access

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2-3 in carpentry or plumbing, or equivalent required.
• 2-5 years’ experience in social housing or building maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry and plumbing repairs across various properties.
• Ensure high-quality workmanship and compliance with health & safety.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Asbestos Removal

Education

NVQ Level 2-3 in Carpentry or Plumbing

Tools

Power Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

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Carpenter/Plumber Portsmouth City Council, Portsmouth

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Mountjoy specialises in providing professional and high-quality construction, refurbishment, building maintenance, and facilities management services across the south of England.

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Carpenter/Plumber to join our dynamic team. This permanent position is well suited to an individual looking to advance their career and gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.

OUR COMPANY BENEFITS

• 31 days annual leave rising to 36 days with length of service (including bank holidays)
• Flexible scheme to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave per year
• Company sick pay after 12 months of service
• Life Insurance
• Electric Dreams Car Scheme for electric vehicle driving, paid through salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Length of Service Rewards
• Defined contribution Pension Scheme of 8% (3% Employer and 5% Employee)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Own company vehicle and fuel card provided
• Full uniform and safety equipment supplied
• Tool loan access for trade staff
• Refer a Friend scheme

ROLE SUMMARY

Undertake responsive and routine repairs and void repairs for Portsmouth City Council’s Housing and Corporate Assets, supporting other maintenance contracts as needed. Work across various properties including social housing, schools, public conveniences, offices, heritage sites, and museums.

You will use your skills, knowledge, and training to ensure high-quality workmanship, health & safety, and compliance with company processes. Maintain professionalism and high standards of customer service when interacting with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.

KEY ACTIVITIES

• Perform a variety of carpentry and plumbing repairs, including fitting doors, first and second fixing, kitchen installations, repairing leaks, replacing sanitary ware, tiling, and asbestos removal (training provided).

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• NVQ Level 2-3 in carpentry or plumbing, or equivalent
• Trade experience may be considered

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 2–5 years’ experience in social housing or building maintenance

DRIVING LICENCE

A full, clean current driving license is required to operate company vans.

APPLICATION

If you possess the skills and experience for this role, please click “apply” now – we look forward to hearing from you!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The employer is an Equal Opportunities employer, a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and part of the Hampshire Construction Training Association. All staff must pass a DBS check.

OUR COMPANY VALUES

We take pride in our work and expect all employees to:

• Present a professional appearance
• Keep vehicles and work areas tidy and safe
• Deliver high standards of work

Note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you may need a work permit. Check our Blog for more info. Applications should be submitted via the 'Apply now' button. Do not provide bank or payment details during application.

Created on 26/04/2025 by TN, United Kingdom