Trade Operative - Joiner

Sanctuary Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing and care service provider is seeking a Trade Operative – Joiner in Glasgow to undertake construction and maintenance duties. Candidates must possess NVQ/SVQ qualifications in relevant subjects and have a valid UK driving license. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits like annual leave, pension contributions, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service including counselling

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary health plans

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support and tools

Employee recognition scheme

Employee Networks promoting inclusion

Qualifications

• NVQ/SVQ Level 2 in core subject is required; NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Plumbing if plumbing is core.
• G3 Certificate, Water Regulations (WRAS) or currently undertaking the qualification.
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
• Good communication and customer care skills; ability to work to deadlines.
• Valid UK driving licence; role involves driving on company business.

Responsibilities

• Carry out construction, fault fixing and maintenance duties.
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained in good condition.
• Respond positively to complaints and breakdowns in service delivery.
• Provide accurate and timely information on the progress of works.

Skills

NVQ/SVQ Level 2 in core subject

Good communication and customer care skills

Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation

Valid UK driving licence

Education

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Plumbing

G3 Certificate, Water Regulations (WRAS)

Job description

Overview

One of the UK’s leading providers of housing, care and community services, Sanctuary Group employs around 13,000 people and manages more than 100,000 units of accommodation throughout England and Scotland, including general rented, retirement living, supported housing, student and key worker accommodation and care homes. Sanctuary also provides a range of other services including maintenance, care and telecare, all of which are delivered by our dedicated employees who are completely committed to customer service.

Role

Trade Operative – Joiner
Location: Glasgow – covering Central and West Scotland
Salary: £33,049 per year (rising to £34,788 per year after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 16:30pm

Responsibilities

• Carry out construction, fault fixing and maintenance duties in line with contract specifications
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained in good condition and restocked when needed
• Respond positively to complaints and breakdowns in service delivery, resolving problems or initiating the means of resolution, while keeping customers informed
• Provide accurate and timely information on the progress of works that is easily understood by the customer

Skills and Experience

• NVQ/SVQ Level 2 in core subject is required; NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Plumbing if plumbing is core; Unvented
• G3 Certificate, Water Regulations (WRAS) or currently undertaking the qualification; original certification must be shown at interview (copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted)
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
• Good communication and customer care skills; ability to work to deadlines and prioritise workloads
• Valid UK driving licence; role involves driving on company business

About us

We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Life Assurance
• Employee Advice Service including counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Voluntary health plans
• Employee discounts
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Employee recognition scheme
• Employee Networks promoting inclusion

Closing Date: 30 September 2025

Additional information

If you’re unsure about any details, have questions about the role or need adjustments during the application process, our talent team can help at [e-mail]. We reserve the right to close or extend closing dates depending on application numbers, so early applications are encouraged.

View more detail about what it’s like to work for Sanctuary on our careers pages: http://www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team.

Inclusion is one of our core values. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and will make adjustments during the application process in line with Sanctuary’s Disability Confident status.