Glaziers - Reactive Maintenance

Workshop Recruitment; Purbrook; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Workshop Recruitment is seeking experienced Glaziers/Window Fitters for a social housing contract around Portsmouth (PO6). Role includes reactive repairs and planned works, with a self-employed start for 12 weeks and PAYE options later. A company van and fuel card provided; must live near Portsmouth.

Role covers installation, repair, and maintenance of windows/doors across social housing properties, with occasional fieldwork beyond Portsmouth. Full-time, temporary to permanent, Portsmouth area.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Glazier / Window Fitter.
• Strong glazing and window fitting skills across UPVC, aluminium and timber.
• Ability to complete full installations independently.

Responsibilities

• Install UPVC, aluminium, and timber windows and doors.
• Remove and replace double-glazed units and seals.
• Perform glazing repairs in occupied and void properties.
• Carry out reactive glazing maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Realign and adjust windows and doors; fault finding and diagnosis.

Skills

Glazier/Window Fitter

UK driving licence

Social housing exp

Job description

Full-Time - Temporary to Permanent

Experienced Glaziers / Window Fitters Required - Portsmouth (PO6) (Temp to Perm Opportunity)

Are you an experienced Glazier / Window Fitter with reactive maintenance experience We are currently recruiting skilled Glaziers to work on a social housing contract across the Portsmouth (PO6) area, carrying out reactive repairs and planned works on a social housing contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable Glazier who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and professional service within occupied and void properties. The role is offered on a self-employed basis for the first 12 weeks, with a temporary to permanent arrangement. PAYE options are available after the initial 12-week period.

A company van and fuel card are provided, along with ongoing work for the right candidate, must live within the Portsmouth area.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for window and glazing installations, repairs, and reactive maintenance across social housing properties within Portsmouth, sometimes further a field.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation of UPVC, aluminium, and timber windows and doors
• Removal and replacement of double-glazed units
• Window and door frame installations
• Glazing repairs and replacements in occupied and void properties
• Reactive glazing maintenance and emergency repairs
• Glass replacement for windows, doors, and panels
• Sealed unit replacements and adjustments
• Window and door hardware replacements (handles, hinges, locks, restrictors)
• Realignment and adjustment of doors and windows
• Fault finding and diagnosing glazing issues
• Resealing and weatherproofing windows and frames
• Installation and replacement of window beading, trims, and seals
• Boarding up broken windows and securing properties when required
• Making good after installations and repairs

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Glazier / Window Fitter
• Strong experience across all aspects of glazing and window fitting
• Ability to complete full installations independently
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Hard-working, reliable, and professional
• Social housing experience advantageous (but not essential)
• Must be able to provide two recent references
• Ideally located within or close to the Portsmouth PO6 area
• Experience with reactive glazing maintenance and repairs