Social Housing Joiner — Carpentry Repairs & Installations

Mears Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Volunteer leave

Staff perks (Mears Rewards)

Family friendly policies

Company van

Job summary

Mears Group is seeking a skilled Joiner to support a busy responsive repairs contract in Govanhill, Glasgow. This hands-on role involves delivering high-quality carpentry repairs in occupied social housing, ensuring homes are safe, functional and well maintained.

You will replace doors, fit kitchen units, install skirting and architraves, and complete finishing works, while working efficiently on site and providing excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience in domestic carpentry and repairs in occupied properties.
• NVQ or equivalent in carpentry is preferred.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day carpentry repairs in occupied properties as part of a responsive maintenance service.
• Replace and repair internal doors, frames, handles, locks and hinges.
• Fit and adjust kitchen units, worktops, cupboards, and pelmets.
• Install or replace skirting boards and architraves; decorative joinery.
• Repair timber flooring, stairs components and handrails as needed.
• Record job details, materials used and completion notes accurately.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment in residents' homes.
• Identify and report additional works or safeguarding concerns.

Skills

Carpentry experience

Social housing experience

Driving licence

Education

NVQ in Carpentry

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Carpentry tools

Job description

Mears Group is seeking a skilled Joiner to support a busy responsive repairs contract in Govanhill, Glasgow. This hands-on role involves delivering high-quality carpentry repairs in occupied social housing, ensuring homes are safe, functional and well maintained.

You will replace doors, fit kitchen units, install skirting and architraves, and complete finishing works, while working efficiently on site and providing excellent customer service.