Multi Trade Operative - Carpenter

New Forest District Council; New Forest; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discount scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

LEAF values

Job summary

New Forest District Council in Lymington is seeking a skilled Multi Trade Carpenter to join our in-house team, delivering void and responsive repairs across social housing stock. You will work field-based, contributing to a supportive, values-led culture.

We require pride in craftsmanship, with responsibilities across void and reactive repairs, ensuring residents receive timely, quality maintenance. DBS checks are part of the post, and a structured career grade is available.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Void and Responsive repairs to social housing stock.
• Work across Void (empty property) and Reactive (day-to-day) repairs.

Job description

Multi Trade Operative - Carpenter

CAPTION:

• Company: New Forest District Council
• Salary: £32,190 - £35,797 (up to £40,771 career Grade) per annum
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Lymington
• Working pattern: Field-based
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 2 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 20 Sept 2026

Summary

Looking for a new maintenance role in a team environment?

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.

As part of our team, you’ll be responsible for delivering Void and Responsive repairs to our social housing stock—making a real difference in the lives of our residents.

What’s in it for you?

• £32,190 - £35,797 (up to £40,771 career Grade) per annum
• £56.38 per month tool allowance
• 24-27 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus an additional 5 days for 5 years local authority continuous service
• Local Government Pension Scheme, with the option of Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs)
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free 24/7 legal, financial, and personal wellbeing advice
• Employee discount scheme with savings across major supermarkets, retailers, restaurants, and leisure providers
• Cycle to Work Scheme, helping you save around 40 percent on bikes and accessories
• A values-led organisation, guided by our LEAF values (Learning, Empathy, Ambition, Fairness)
• Access to learning and development opportunities to support your growth
• A supportive, inclusive culture, where everyone is welcomed and valued
• We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and offer a range of active staff networks, including:

Staff Networks

• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Group
• LGBTQ+ Network
• Women's Network
• Early Careers Network
• Neurodiversity Network

Reactive or Void?

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

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, driven to deliver, and want to be part of our team, we welcome your application.

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.

Closing date: Midnight 20th September 2026

Interview Date: 28th and 29th September 2026