MTO Carpenter

New Forest District Council; Pennington; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in England is seeking a skilled Multi-trade Carpenter to join their team. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from £31,161 to £39,469 per annum and includes benefits such as annual leave, tool allowance, and a local government pension. Candidates will work independently on various repairs, adhering to strict quality standards and health & safety guidelines. If you are passionate about craftsmanship and making a difference in the community, apply now!

Benefits

Tool Allowance

Annual Leave: 26–27 days + bank holidays

Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts at major retailers

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry with a focus on 2nd fix works.
• Ability to perform tasks in one additional trade (plumbing, plastering, or locksmith).
• Strong adherence to health and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Complete reactive and void property repairs.
• Work independently while maintaining high-quality standards.

Skills

Carpentry - 2nd fix works

Plumbing

Plastering

Locksmith skills

Job description

Not a fan of office life? Prefer hands‑on work with real impact? We’re growing our team and looking for a Multi‑trade Carpenter to join our friendly and professional in‑house workforce. If you’re highly skilled, take pride in your craft, and enjoy variety in your day, this could be the perfect role for you.

What will you be doing?

This role is ideal for someone with expertise in two primary trades, including:

• Carpentry: 2nd fix works such as flooring, staircase and balustrades, kitchen installations, doors, mouldings, glazing, and fencing.
• Plus another trade: You’ll also bring skills from a related trade to support a wide range of repairs. Plumbing, plastering or locksmith advantageous.

You’ll need to work independently, follow strict Health & Safety guidelines, and always maintain a high‑quality standard of workmanship.

Reactive or Void?

You’ll work across both Void (empty property) and Reactive (day‑to‑day) repairs.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary: £31,161 - £39,469 per annum (Career Grade)
• Tool Allowance: £54.58 per month
• Annual Leave: 26–27 days + bank holidays
• Vehicle: Council fleet vehicle for business use (subject to availability and fuel deduction for home‑to‑base travel)
• Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme and AVC Provision
• Support: Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 legal, financial & personal advice)
• Perks: Discounts at major retailers, restaurants & supermarkets
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 40 percent on bikes and accessories

Ready to bring your skills to a team that values craftsmanship and community impact? Apply now and help us keep our homes safe, functional, and welcoming.

About us.

As one of the largest districts in the country, with 6 towns and a close relationship with neighbouring conurbations, the New Forest provides a supportive environment in which everyone who works for us can help drive our aims.

At the NFDC we believe that all our employees make a valuable contribution to the work of the council and that’s why we encourage a trusting and open culture where each employee is supported and respected equally, where ideas are actively sought and self‑development promoted. We also recognise the value of a highly motivated and engaged workforce, we actively promote a good work/life balance. We’re keen to support career development and help all colleagues to be the best they can be.

We are proud of our values, please watch this short video to find out more. LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness (youtube.com). If you're ambitious and passionate, are driven to deliver, and want to be part of our team, we welcome your application.

To view full details of what you can expect from working for NFDC and to view the full job description, please click on the candidate pack attached.

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This post requires an Enhanced DBS check to be completed. You must include details and dates of ‘spent’ convictions, cautions and reprimands and final warnings.

After reading the job description of what the role will involve, you feel you would like an informal chat about the role, please contact the Repairs Supervisor, Wes Pay on 07467 434871.

Closing date: 11pm on Thu 11th December 2025

Interview Date: Monday 22nd December 2025