Carpenter - Reactive Maintenance for Social Housing

Wates Smartspace; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wates Smartspace in London’s Finsbury Park is looking for a Carpenter to join our Responsive Maintenance team, delivering reactive maintenance to residents under a social housing contract.

You will carry out carpentry repairs across properties, work with a supervisor, and document tasks on daily sheets. A full UK driving licence and proven carpentry experience are essential. DBS checks apply at offer stage; we value diverse applicants and encourage those with transferable skills to apply.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Proven carpentry experience.
• Ability to work to high standards of workmanship and productivity.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out carpentry repair and renewal works across various properties.
• Advising your Supervisor when additional support or materials are needed.
• Working independently or collaboratively with other operatives.
• Completing daily work sheets detailing tasks and materials used.
• Ensuring timely and productive completion of assigned tasks.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Proven carpentry experience

High workmanship standards

Excellent communication and problem‑sl

Customer service and deadlines

Job description

Wates Smartspace in London’s Finsbury Park is looking for a Carpenter to join our Responsive Maintenance team, delivering reactive maintenance to residents under a social housing contract.

You will carry out carpentry repairs across properties, work with a supervisor, and document tasks on daily sheets. A full UK driving licence and proven carpentry experience are essential. DBS checks apply at offer stage; we value diverse applicants and encourage those with transferable skills to apply.