General Builder – Housing Repairs & Flexible Hours

East Suffolk Council; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave + bank holidays

Local government pension scheme

Flexible working

Learning and development

Staff support networks

Discounts on products and services

Job summary

East Suffolk Council is hiring a General Builder to carry out repairs and maintenance across the housing stock, including bricklaying, tiling, plastering and concreting. You will ensure safety and quality while delivering a professional service to tenants and residents.

The role requires independent work, good communication, and relevant qualifications. A full UK driving licence is required. Permanent contract with 37 hours per week.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 / City & Guilds equivalent or recent relevant experience in a building trade discipline.
• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs and maintenance across housing stock.
• Perform bricklaying, tiling, plastering and concreting.
• Ensure work is completed safely and to a high standard.
• Provide a professional and customer-focused service to tenants and residents.

Skills

General building knowledge

Bricklaying

Plastering

Carpentry

Independent working

Communication skills

Administration/Record keeping

Education

NVQ Level 2 / City & Guilds equivalent

GCSE Maths & English (C/4)

Full UK driving licence

Job description

East Suffolk Council is hiring a General Builder to carry out repairs and maintenance across the housing stock, including bricklaying, tiling, plastering and concreting. You will ensure safety and quality while delivering a professional service to tenants and residents.

The role requires independent work, good communication, and relevant qualifications. A full UK driving licence is required. Permanent contract with 37 hours per week.