Plasterer

SBHA; Selkirk; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused housing organization in the Scottish Borders is seeking a skilled Plasterer to deliver high-standard plastering services. You will work on maintenance and improvement projects across properties, ensuring a customer-centered approach. The role requires relevant qualifications and proven experience in domestic settings. Competitive salary and generous benefits are offered.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Life assurance

Good pension scheme

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in domestic repair, maintenance, or refurbishment.
• Ability to complete work to a high-quality finish with minimal supervision.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver plastering/roughcasting duties in line with schedules.
• Record work undertaken and report resource use.
• Adhere to Health and Safety guidelines.

Skills

Plastering

Problem-solving

Customer service

Communication

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 in Plastering

Job description

Salary: £30,818 - £33,997 per year
Location: Scottish Borders
Hours:Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week, with occasional stand-by hours
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 15 September, 9.00am

Are you passionate about delivering high-standard plastering services in a thriving, supportive environment? We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic individual to join our team, contributing to excellent maintenance and improvement works across our homes and properties in the Scottish Borders.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will carry out all aspects of plastering / roughcastingwork as required to Tenant'shomes and communal areas. You will ensure all work is delivered efficiently, safely, and to a high-quality standard, demonstrating excellent customer service and respect for our Tenants at all times.

Key Responsibilities for Maintenance Plasterer

• Deliver plastering / roughcastingduties in line with repair, maintenance, and planned refurbishment schedules to the Association’s properties.
• Record work undertaken and accurately report any resource use or further requirements.
• Responsible for maintaining materials, tools, and van stock in good order and ensuring safe storage and transport.
• Always adhere to Health and Safety guidelines to protect yourself, colleagues, tenants, and the public.
• Work efficiently both independently and as part of a team to meet programme deadlines.
• Maintain high levels of communication with tenants, ensuring minimal disruption and a customer-centred approach.
• Keep up to date with best practice, Association policies, and tenant participation commitments.

Essential Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• City & Guilds Level 2 qualification in Plastering (or equivalent relevant training and on-the-job experience).
• Time-served Plasterer / Roughcaster with proven experience in domestic repair, maintenance, or refurbishment environments.
• Ability to complete all plastering work to a high-quality finish with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving ability and adaptable to varying repair requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; customer-focused approach to service delivery.
• Awareness of equality, diversity, and up-to-date health and safety practices.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexibly when required.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Please view the job description using the link below for the full person specification.

Benefits of Working for SBHA

Being part of the SBHA team, you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including a flexible working, a competitive salary, generous annual leave, generous sick pay entitlement, life assurance and a good pension scheme. You will be part of a team that is interested in your wellbeing and development, and work in an environment where you can flourish.

How to Apply – Plasterer Social Housing Recruitment

If you are interested in being part of our inclusive and high-performing team please review the job description and person specification before submitting your application. Please ensure you demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria in your CV and supporting statement.

Scottish Borders Housing Association is not a licensed sponsor under the appropriate UK Government regulations and as such, does not invite applications from, nor engage in sponsoring, oversees applicants who do not already have the right to live and /or work in the UK. The Association will not engage in any enquiries or enter into negotiations from individuals or Agents in this regard.