Glazier

Howells Solutions Limited; Hastings; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Job summary

Howells Solutions Limited is recruiting an experienced Glazier with basic multi-trade skills to join a well-established social housing contractor covering Hastings and surrounding areas.

The ideal candidate will carry out glazing repairs and replacements in occupied and void properties, with basic carpentry, plastering, plumbing and painting tasks as part of a wider maintenance role. A full UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a glazier in property maintenance or housing.
• Experience working in occupied and void properties.
• Basic multi-trade skills across carpentry, plastering, plumbing and general maintenance.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Basic understanding of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out glazing repairs and replacements within social housing properties
• Replacing broken, damaged or misted glass units
• Measuring, cutting and fitting glass where required
• Repairing and replacing window and door glazing
• Working within both occupied and void properties
• Carrying out basic carpentry repairs, including doors, skirting and architraves
• Undertaking minor plumbing repairs where required
• Basic patch plastering and making good following repairs
• Minor tiling repairs and replacements
• Basic painting and decorating to complete works to a good standard
• Carrying out general property maintenance and minor repairs
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard
• Providing good customer service when working within occupied properties
• Accurately updating jobs and completing reports using a PDA system

Skills

Glazier

Multi-trade

Carpentry basics

Plumbing basics

PDA handheld

Driving licence

Job description

Job Title: Glazier and basic multi Trader (Social Housing)

Location: Hastings (Covering Hastings, Bexhill, Pevensey Bay, Penhurst, Battle, Brede and Rye)

Salary: £40,000 per annum + Company Van & Fuel Card

Permanent Position

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Glazier with basic multi-trade skills to join a well-established social housing contractor covering the Hastings area.

This is a permanent opportunity for a skilled Glazier with experience carrying out repairs and maintenance within occupied and void social housing properties. The successful candidate will have a strong background in glazing, alongside basic knowledge of general property maintenance and repairs.

Due to the location of the works, candidates must live within approximately 10-15 miles from Hastings.

The role will primarily involve glazing repairs and replacements, alongside a range of basic multi-trade tasks within residential properties. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong core trade who is also confident carrying out minor repairs and making good.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out glazing repairs and replacements within social housing properties
• Replacing broken, damaged or misted glass units
• Measuring, cutting and fitting glass where required
• Repairing and replacing window and door glazing
• Working within both occupied and void properties
• Carrying out basic carpentry repairs, including doors, skirting and architraves
• Undertaking minor plumbing repairs where required
• Basic patch plastering and making good following repairs
• Minor tiling repairs and replacements
• Basic painting and decorating to complete works to a good standard
• Carrying out general property maintenance and minor repairs
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard
• Providing good customer service when working within occupied properties
• Accurately updating jobs and completing reports using a PDA system

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Gkazier within property maintenance, housing or a similar environment
• Experience working within occupied and void residential properties
• Strong glazing skills, including repairs and glass replacement
• Basic multi-trade skills across areas such as carpentry, plastering, plumbing and general maintenance
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements
• Previous experience using a PDA or handheld device to manage workloads
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Must live within approximately within 10-15 miles from Hastings. In return, you'll be joining a reputable contractor offering long-term stability, a supportive working environment and a consistent workload across a well-established social housing contract.

Package:

• £40,000 per annum
• Company Van & Fuel Card
• Permanent, full-time position
• 40-hour working week
• Long-term work on an established social housing contract