Joiner (Full Time)

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension

Fitness & Rewards

Lifestyle discounts

Learning & development

Health Assured

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a skilled Joiner to join our Housing Standards Team across the county. This full-time, mobile role focuses on repairs and maintenance in social housing stock to meet Decent Housing Standards, using mobile tech to receive and record works.

You will carry out joinery repairs, maintain records, and work safely under Building Regulations. A council vehicle is provided, and there is an out-of-hours rota to cover emergencies.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications and experience in domestic joinery operations.
• Good knowledge of Health & Building Regulations.
• Effective communication with customers.

Responsibilities

• Carry out joinery and associated repairs within housing stock.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and equipment used.
• Adhere to Health and Safety standards and safe working practices.
• Participate in professional, mandatory and skills based training.
• Carry out maintenance and joinery work and repairs in associated trades.

Skills

Joinery

Health & Safety

Customer communication

Other trades knowledge

Out-of-hours availability

Education

Domestic joinery qualifications/experience

Tools

Joinery tools

Job description

Jobs

Joiner

Salary

£30,023 to £39,481 per annum

Expires

04/10/2026

Company

North Yorkshire Council

Location

Richmond, North Yorkshire

Job Type

Full Time

Are you a skilled Joiner seeking an opportunity to enhance your expertise?

If you’re a qualified Joiner with a passion for making a real difference in the community, this role is for you!

We are currently looking for dedicated Joiners to join our Housing Standards Team working within the areas of Maintenance and Improvement across the county.

About the Housing Standards Maintenance Team

We are responsible for ensuring the Councils social housing portfolio of circa 8,400 dwellings is maintained to meet all current statutory, regulatory, and legislative standards.

The Role

The core focus of this role is to carry out essential repairs and maintenance works on social housing stock to ensure they meet the Decent Housing Standards, complying with current regulatory standards and timescales.

This is a customer focused mobile role completing day to day repairs/maintenance in our tenanted properties. All our trades operate autonomously using mobile technology to receive all their works.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out joinery and any associated repairs within our Housing stock
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and equipment used
• Adhere to Health and Safety standards and safe working practices
• Participate in professional, mandatory and skills based training
• Carry out maintenance and joinery work and repairs in associated trades

The role will come with a Council vehicle, you will be responsible for carrying out routine vehicle safety checks as required and must ensure compliance with requirements relating to vehicle use and maintenance.

What You’ll Bring

• Relevant qualifications and experience in domestic joinery operations
• Experience using materials, tools and machinery used in the repair and maintenance of your dutiesA strong understanding of Health & Safety and Building Regulations
• Effective communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with customers
• Good working knowledge of other trades associated with the primary area of experience
• Availability to participate in an out-of-hours emergency service on a rota basis

What We Offer

• Generous annual leave: Starting at 28 days, rising to 34 days per year (pro-rata) with continued service, plus public holidays
• Pension Scheme: save for your retirement with our generous local government pension scheme
• Fitness & Rewards: discounts on gym memberships and wellness initiatives to support a healthy lifestyle
• Lifestyle Savings: access to discounts across a wide range of retailers, helping you save on everyday purchases
• . Learning, development and career advancement opportunities
• . Health Assured – confidential help and support for your wellbeing

Key Dates

Closing Date: 4 October 2026
Interview Date: 15 October 2026