Kitchen Fitter

IRIS Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Kitchen Fitter to perform high-quality installations in customer homes. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 2 or higher in a construction trade, and comprehensive knowledge in carpentry, plumbing, and tiling. This full-time position comes with a salary of £33,600 per annum plus van and tools, and requires a full clean driving licence. Strong organisational skills and a commitment to safety are essential for delivering excellent customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive trade and construction knowledge.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Experience working in occupied homes and under time constraints.
• Full clean driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install kitchen units, worktops, sinks, and associated plumbing and electrical connections.
• Deliver a first-class customer experience with a focus on first-time fix.
• Manage van stock and order materials from approved suppliers.
• Liaise with supervisors and customers to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Follow health and safety protocols including asbestos awareness.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Tiling

Plastering

Decorating

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or higher in a construction trade

Tools

CSCS Card

First Aid Training

Mobile job management systems

Job description

Kitchen Fitter

£33,600.00 per annum plus van and tools

Bedford and surrounding areas

Full Time

Permanent

As a Kitchen fitter, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering high-quality kitchen installations in customer homes and void properties, ensuring a safe, efficient, and customer-centric service. You will perform tasks such as carpentry, plumbing, tiling, plastering, and decorating to complete kitchen replacements to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Install kitchen units, worktops, sinks, and associated plumbing and electrical connections.

• Deliver a first-class customer experience with a focus on first-time fix and minimal disruption.

• Carry out tiling, plastering, vinyl flooring and decorating to complete installations.

• Manage van stock and order materials from approved suppliers.

• Liaise with supervisors, Resident Liaison Officers, and customers to ensure smooth service delivery.

• Follow all health and safety protocols including asbestos awareness and COSHH regulations.

• Keep accurate records and engage in ongoing training and development.

• Uphold professional standards and deliver excellent customer experiences.

Knowledge & Experience

• Comprehensive trade and construction knowledge.

• Understanding of health and safety regulations.

• Experience working in occupied homes and under time constraints.

Person Specification

• NVQ Level 2 or higher in a construction trade (e.g., carpentry or multi-skills).

• Proven experience in kitchen fitting and working under time constraints.

• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.

• CSCS Card, First Aid Training (Desirable).

• Full clean driving licence (Essential).

• Basic IT skills for mobile job management systems.

Our Values

We take responsibility. We do what we say and hold ourselves accountable. We show empathy. We listen, respect, and care for our colleagues and customers. We are better together. We collaborate and celebrate diversity. We are ambitious. We strive for excellence and continuous improvement.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications or find a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date. We encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.