Maintenance Officer Multi Skilled Person - Carpentry Bias
Squared
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Job summary
Squared is seeking a Maintenance Officer – Multi-Skilled with a carpentry bias to service our housing stock in Luton and surrounding areas. You will perform day-to-day repairs, void works and planned maintenance, prioritising safety, quality and customer service.
You’ll work both independently and as part of a small in-house team, delivering high workmanship and accurate records on mobile devices. You should have proven carpentry skills and experience across plastering, tiling, plumbing and
Qualifications
- Experience as a multi-skilled tradesperson with strong carpentry skills.
- Experience in a range of maintenance trades including plastering, tiling, plumbing, flooring repairs, painting and decorating.
- Hold relevant work-based certifications, including Health & Safety training.
- Hold a full, clean UK driving licence and are confident driving a van.
- Knowledge of damp, mould and building maintenance repairs.
Responsibilities
- Carry out repairs and maintenance with a focus on carpentry and joinery.
- Install, repair and maintain doors, kitchens, flooring, locks, skirting boards, architraves and other carpentry elements.
- Undertake multi-trade repairs including plastering, tiling, painting and decorating, and basic plumbing.
- Diagnose and resolve building defects efficiently and effectively.
- Complete responsive repairs, void property works and planned maintenance.
- Carry out damp and mould treatments and report findings to help identify long-term solutions.
- Support property inspections and assist with scheduling repair works.
- Deliver high standards of customer service while working in customers' homes.
- Record completed works accurately using mobile devices and maintenance systems.
- Work safely and in line with health and safety legislation, company policies and risk assessments.
Skills
Education
Job description
Hours: 39 hours per week (full-time)
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Location: Luton and Surrounding Areas
Reporting to: Maintenance Multi Skilled Inspector
- 33 days annual leave (inc bank holiday allowance) which increases up to extra 5 days, each year of service
- 6 months probation period
- Options to buy or sell up to 5 days leave
- Free health cashplan cover (once passed probation)
- Canada Life WeCare EAP
- Pension (Squared contribute 1.33% of employee contribution to a max of 8%)
- Life Assurance
- Personal Accident cover
- Benefits portal offering shopping discounts
- Flexible working approach
Squared is a not-for-profit housing association providing affordable homes across Luton and South Bedfordshire since 1962. We’re proud of our strong local roots, our friendly and inclusive workplace, and our commitment to placing the customer at the heart of everything we do.
We believe housing is more than just a home - it’s about support, opportunity, and helping people move forward in a way that suits them. We’re ambitious, growing, and always looking for people who share our values and enjoy making a real difference.
Our Property Services team looks after around 700 properties, including homes, hostels, and office premises. We work closely with in-house colleagues and trusted local contractors, collaborating across departments to deliver a high-quality, customer-focused service.
We’re looking for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Officer with a strong plastering and tiling background to join our Property Services team. You’ll play a key role in delivering a high-quality repairs and maintenance service across our homes, hostels, and offices.
You’ll work independently and as part of a small, supportive in-house team, carrying out day-to-day repairs, void works, and planned maintenance — always with customer service, safety, and quality at the forefront.
- Carry out a wide range of repairs and maintenance work with a focus on carpentry and joinery
- Install, repair and maintain doors, kitchens, flooring, locks, skirting boards, architraves and other carpentry elements
- Undertake multi-trade repairs including plastering, tiling, painting and decorating, and basic plumbing
- Diagnose and resolve building defects efficiently and effectively
- Complete responsive repairs, void property works and planned maintenance projects
- Carry out damp and mould treatments and report findings to help identify long-term solutions
- Support property inspections and assist with scheduling repair works
- Deliver high standards of customer service while working in customers' homes
- Record completed works accurately using mobile devices and maintenance systems
- Work safely and in line with health and safety legislation, company policies and risk assessments
We're interested in hearing from people who:
- Have proven experience as a multi-skilled tradesperson with strong carpentry skills
- Have experience in a range of maintenance trades including plastering, tiling, plumbing, flooring repairs, painting and decorating
- Take pride in delivering quality workmanship and excellent customer service
- Can work independently and manage their own workload effectively
- Have strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Are comfortable using smartphones or handheld devices to update work records
- Have knowledge of damp, mould and building maintenance repairs
- Hold relevant work-based certifications, including Health & Safety training
- Hold a full, clean UK driving licence and are confident driving a van
- NVQ Level 2, Advanced Construction Award, or equivalent trade qualification
- Experience working within social housing
- Additional trade skills
- Knowledge of Building Regulations and housing maintenance standards
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