Floor Layer – Domestic & Commercial Installations (Travel)

Carrington Blake Recruitment; Meadowfield; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Council is seeking an experienced Floor Layer to join the Strategic Facilities Management, Repairs and Maintenance Team. The role covers flooring installations, repairs and maintenance across council buildings, domestic properties and other client premises in County Durham.

You will deliver high-quality flooring work to client specifications, ensuring safety, efficiency and standards, with a focus on reliability and customer service.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in domestic and commercial floor laying.
• At least two years’ post-qualification experience in floor-laying.
• NVQ Level 2 in Floor Laying or equivalent, or willingness to work towards.
• Basic English and numeracy skills.
• Experience interpreting drawings and installation requirements.
• Ability to calculate flooring materials accurately.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures relating to flooring.
• Experience dealing with customers and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to organise workloads and work independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driving licence for the required vehicle category.

Responsibilities

• Install new flooring and maintain existing flooring in domestic and commercial properties.
• Carry out floor-laying work in accordance with drawings, specifications and client requirements.
• Measure areas and calculate the materials required for flooring installations.
• Identify and resolve flooring defects and carry out repairs.
• Comply with health and safety legislation and maintain PPE.
• Work independently and collaboratively with colleagues, customers and other tradespeople.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work for operational and financial purposes.
• Attend relevant training and develop additional trade skills.
• Provide a professional and customer-focused service across all sites.

Skills

Floor laying experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Floor Laying or equivalent

Tools

IT applications

Job description

Durham County Council is seeking an experienced Floor Layer to join the Strategic Facilities Management, Repairs and Maintenance Team. The role covers flooring installations, repairs and maintenance across council buildings, domestic properties and other client premises in County Durham.

You will deliver high-quality flooring work to client specifications, ensuring safety, efficiency and standards, with a focus on reliability and customer service.