Kitchen Fitter

Skilled Careers; Bedford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tools provided

Uniform provided

Benefits package

Job summary

Skilled Careers is seeking an experienced Kitchen Fitter to operate across Bedfordshire. The role focuses on installation, repairs and maintenance within social housing properties, including occupied and vacant units, with a view to long-term stability.

You will carry out responsive fitting, install units and appliances, and work to high workmanship standards while travelling across Bedfordshire. A full UK driving licence is required for this permanent position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Fitter in domestic repairs, maintenance or refurbishment.
• Experience installing kitchens within occupied or void properties.
• Social Housing experience is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen installation, repairs and responsive maintenance.
• Good carpentry and joinery skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a daily workload.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out responsive kitchen fitting, repairs and maintenance across social housing properties in Bedfordshire.
• Installing and replacing kitchen units, cupboards, doors, drawers and worktops.
• Fitting sinks, taps and associated kitchen components where required.
• Installing kitchen appliances and ensuring units are correctly aligned and securely fitted.
• Repairing and replacing damaged kitchen units, worktops, doors and fittings.
• Carrying out kitchen refurbishments and replacement programmes in occupied and void properties.
• Completing associated carpentry and joinery works, including adjustments to units, doors and worktops.
• Making good around kitchen installations and ensuring properties are left clean, safe and ready for occupation.
• Responding to repair orders and completing works within agreed timescales.
• Working professionally in tenants' homes while providing a high standard of customer service.
• Identifying additional works and reporting any defects requiring follow-on trades.

Skills

Kitchen fitting

Social housing

Carpentry

Driving licence

Independent worker

Job description

Bedfordshire | Social Housing | Permanent

Kitchen Fitter - Bedfordshire - Up to £40,000 + Excellent Benefits

Kitchen Fitter required for a leading Housing Association in Bedfordshire. This is a fantastic permanent opportunity for an experienced Kitchen Fitter looking for long-term stability, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work across a well-established social housing contract.

The Role

As a Kitchen Fitter working across Bedfordshire, you'll be responsible for carrying out kitchen installation, repairs and maintenance across occupied and void social housing properties.

• Carrying out responsive kitchen fitting, repairs and maintenance across social housing properties in Bedfordshire.
• Installing and replacing kitchen units, cupboards, doors, drawers and worktops.
• Fitting sinks, taps and associated kitchen components where required.
• Installing kitchen appliances and ensuring units are correctly aligned and securely fitted.
• Repairing and replacing damaged kitchen units, worktops, doors and fittings.
• Carrying out kitchen refurbishments and replacement programmes in occupied and void properties.
• Completing associated carpentry and joinery works, including adjustments to units, doors and worktops.
• Making good around kitchen installations and ensuring properties are left clean, safe and ready for occupation.
• Responding to repair orders and completing works within agreed timescales.
• Working professionally in tenants' homes while providing a high standard of customer service.
• Identifying additional works and reporting any defects requiring follow-on trades.

Skills & Qualifications

To be successful in this Kitchen Fitter role in Bedfordshire, you'll need:

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Fitter within domestic repairs, maintenance or refurbishment.
• Experience installing kitchens within occupied or void properties.
• Social Housing experience is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen installation, repairs and responsive maintenance.
• Good carpentry and joinery skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a daily workload effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship.
• Full UK Driving Licence and the ability to travel across Bedfordshire.

Salary & Benefits

• Up to £40,000 annual salary
• Permanent position with a well-established Housing Association
• Long-term job security
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Company vehicle, tools and uniform provided where applicable
• Generous benefits package
• Regular, stable workload

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Kitchen Fitter to join a reputable organisation in Bedfordshire, offering a competitive salary of up to£40,000, long-term career prospects and the stability of a permanent position.