Joiner - Reactive Repairs & Maintenance, Flexible Leave

New Progress Housing Association Ltd; Leyland; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Buy or sell leave

Flexi working

Pension Scheme

Professional Development

Occupational Sick Pay

Job summary

Progress Housing Group is seeking a skilled Joiner in Leyland to undertake reactive repairs, void reinstatement and planned maintenance across internal and external client properties. You will perform a range of joinery tasks to high standards while prioritising safety and quality, and you will document work clearly for records.

You will work to Building Regulations and risk assessments, maintain tools and communicate effectively with customers and colleagues, adapting to stand-by and

Qualifications

• A recognised trade qualification, such as NVQ, SVQ or City & Guilds.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Strong knowledge and experience of all types of joinery works for internal and external customers.
• Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety at work, including relevant legislation, Building Regulations, Codes of Practice and risk assessments.
• Experience of dealing with people in a customer service environment.
• Ability to keep accurate records and complete job documentation clearly and promptly.
• Ability to work on your own initiative, stay self-motivated and work effectively under pressure.
• Effective communication skills with internal and external customers.
• A hard-working, enthusiastic and flexible approach, with a professional and polite manner at all times.
• Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS).
• Locksmith experience.
• Experience of working for a social housing landlord.
• Awareness of your development needs and a commitment to working towards them.

Responsibilities

• We are looking for a skilled Joiner to carry out reactive repairs, void re-instatement, planned maintenance and installation work across internal and external client properties.
• You will complete a range of joinery works to a high standard, ensuring all work is delivered with due regard for safety, quality and productivity.
• You will work in line with Health and Safety requirements, Building Regulations, Codes of Practice and relevant risk assessments, making sure appointments are kept and repairs are completed promptly within agreed timescales.
• You will communicate effectively with customers, colleagues and stakeholders, treating customers and their property with respect and explaining the nature and purpose of the work being carried out.
• You will accurately complete job tickets and documentation, maintain tools, equipment and your vehicle, and report any defects, damage or barriers to productivity to your Team Leader.
• You will liaise regularly with colleagues, Team Leaders and Managers to support multi-trade jobs, resolve issues and work efficiently across Property Services.
• You will also take part in standby and out-of-hours operative rotas, attending genuine emergency repairs as required, and may be required to work away when needed by the organisation.

Skills

Joinery knowledge

Customer service

Health and safety awareness

Record keeping

Communication skills

Initiative

Working under pressure

Flexible and professional

CSCS

Locksmith experience

Social housing landlord experience

Development focus

Education

NVQ/SVQ/City & Guilds

Tools

CSCS

Job description

Progress Housing Group is seeking a skilled Joiner in Leyland to undertake reactive repairs, void reinstatement and planned maintenance across internal and external client properties. You will perform a range of joinery tasks to high standards while prioritising safety and quality, and you will document work clearly for records.

You will work to Building Regulations and risk assessments, maintain tools and communicate effectively with customers and colleagues, adapting to stand-by and