Finisher / Patcher

Randstad Construction and Property; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a skilled Patcher/Finisher for an ongoing contract on a busy new build housing site in Newcastle. You will deliver high-quality cosmetic finishing, patching and snagging across timber frame and brickwork residential plots prior to handover.

You will work with site management to ensure quality control and safe, tidy site practices. CSCS card and own tools are required; relocation not essential if within commuting distance.

Qualifications

• CSCS Blue Skilled Worker card (Essential)
• Proven patching, bricklaying or concrete finishing on new build housing
• Own hand tools and full PPE
• Strong attention to detail and workmanship
• Based in or within easy commuting distance of Newcastle upon Tyne

Responsibilities

• Carry out concrete patching, render repair, and blockwork cosmetic finishing.
• Snagging, patching, and making good walls, lintels, sills, and external brickwork/render.
• Repair damaged edges, steps, and concrete slabs across active plots.
• Work closely with the Assistant Site Manager to clear quality control snag lists efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment in line with site health and safety standards.

Skills

Patching

Bricklaying

Concrete Finishing

Tools

Hand tools

PPE

Job description

About the Role:

We are currently recruiting a skilled Patcher / Finisher for an ongoing contract on a busy new build housing site in Newcastle.

Working alongside the site management team and main sub-contractors, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality cosmetic finishing, patching, and snagging work across timber frame and traditional brickwork residential plots prior to handover.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out high-standard concrete patching, render repair, and blockwork cosmetic finishing.
• Snagging, patching, and making good walls, lintels, sills, and external brickwork/render.
• Repairing damaged edges, steps, and concrete slabs across active plots.
• Working closely with the Assistant Site Manager to clear quality control snag lists efficiently.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment in line with site health and safety standards.

Requirements:

• Valid CSCS Card (Essential - Blue Skilled Worker card preferred).
• Proven experience as a Patcher, Bricklayer, or Concrete Finisher on new build residential housing developments.
• Own hand tools and full PPE (Hard hat, high-vis vest/jacket, steel toe cap boots).
• Strong attention to detail and a high standard of workmanship.
• Own tools.
• High level of reliability, punctuality, and self-motivation.
• Based in or within easy commuting distance of Newcastle upon Tyne.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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