Carpenter – Residential Refurb & Maintenance

RGIT Australia; Pembroke; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Salary up to £16.50/hour

Salary sacrifice schemes

Tool voucher

Wellbeing resources & counselling

Discount platform

Enhanced family leave

Recognition awards

Job summary

Cardo Group in Pembroke is hiring a Carpenter to carry out carpentry and general maintenance tasks in vacant properties within social housing. You will repair, install, and service doors, windows, frames, and fittings to ready properties for new tenants.

Role requires NVQ Level 2/3 in Carpentry & Joinery, UK driving licence, and flexibility for on-call evenings up to 8pm. You will work with other trades, maintain safety standards, and help deliver high-quality refurbishment projects.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Carpentry and Joinery or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience as a carpenter in a residential or social housing environment.
• Ability to undertake a wide range of carpentry and joinery tasks.
• Experience working in void properties.
• Knowledge of relevant building codes, regulations, and health and safety standards.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to work with a range of colleagues, tenants, and external contractors.
• Full UK driving license
• Flexibility: potential on-call rota up to 8pm requirement for evening appointments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of carpentry tasks in properties, including the repair, replacement, and installation of doors, windows, frames, skirting boards, flooring, and other wooden fixtures and fittings.
• Install and maintain kitchen units, cabinetry, and other wooden structures within the property.
• Repair or replace damaged or worn-out wooden structures and fixtures.
• Work with other trades and contractors to ensure all carpentry work is completed as part of the overall property refurbishment or maintenance plan.
• Carry out minor plastering, tiling, or painting tasks when required, to ensure a high standard of finish.
• Ensure all works comply with health and safety regulations and building codes.
• Maintain accurate records of work carried out, including reporting any further issues or required repairs to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Work to agreed deadlines and within budget, minimizing costs without compromising the quality of work.
• Liaise with tenants, housing staff, and contractors as needed, ensuring all work is carried out professionally and with minimal disruption.
• Always adhere to health and safety practices, using the required personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensuring a safe working environment.
• Ensure that all tools and equipment are well-maintained and used correctly

Skills

Carpentry

Joinery

Driving license

On-call flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Carpentry & Joinery

Job description

Cardo Group in Pembroke is hiring a Carpenter to carry out carpentry and general maintenance tasks in vacant properties within social housing. You will repair, install, and service doors, windows, frames, and fittings to ready properties for new tenants.

Role requires NVQ Level 2/3 in Carpentry & Joinery, UK driving licence, and flexibility for on-call evenings up to 8pm. You will work with other trades, maintain safety standards, and help deliver high-quality refurbishment projects.