Social Housing Carpenter/Joiner - Van & Fuel Card

18 Recruitment Limited; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided

Fuel card provided

Paid holiday entitlement

Job summary

18 Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Carpenter/Joiner for a permanent role within social housing repairs and maintenance in the United Kingdom. You will deliver high-quality carpentry against maintenance schedules across occupied properties and void works, with a focus on customer service and accuracy in record-keeping.

The role requires reliable, skilled workmanship in first- and second-fix carpentry, a valid UK driving licence, and a DBS check.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Carpenter / Joiner within repairs and maintenance.
• Experience working within social housing is highly desirable.
• Skilled in both first-fix and second-fix carpentry.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Must possess own basic trade tools.
• Clean DBS check.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Commitment to delivering high standards of workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Carry out responsive repairs and planned maintenance works within social housing properties.
• Hang, ease, and adjust internal and external doors.
• Repair and replace locks, hinges, handles, and other ironmongery.
• Install and repair kitchens, worktops, cabinets, and units.
• Fit skirting boards, architraves, door frames, and other finishing carpentry.
• Undertake flooring repairs and installations, including laminate and timber flooring.
• Repair and replace fencing, gates, and external timber structures.
• Carry out UPVC door and window repairs where required.
• Complete minor multi-trade works and make‑good repairs following maintenance activities.
• Ensure work is completed to a high standard and within agreed timescales.
• Deliver excellent customer service when working in tenants' homes.
• Accurately complete job records and documentation.

Skills

First-fix carpentry

Second-fix carpentry

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ in Carpentry

Full UK driving licence

Job description

18 Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Carpenter/Joiner for a permanent role within social housing repairs and maintenance in the United Kingdom. You will deliver high-quality carpentry against maintenance schedules across occupied properties and void works, with a focus on customer service and accuracy in record-keeping.

The role requires reliable, skilled workmanship in first- and second-fix carpentry, a valid UK driving licence, and a DBS check.