Multi Skilled Carpenter - Northampton

Resourcing Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Multi-Skilled Carpenter
Location: Northamptonshire Area
Sector: Social Housing (Voids)

Overview:
Our client, a trusted provider in the social housing sector, is seeking a qualified and experienced Multi-Skilled Carpenter to join their team in the Northamptonshire area. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance in void properties. This role requires a diverse skill set, including carpentry, plumbing, tiling, patch plastering, and decorating, with a focus on the social housing sector. The role includes a company van, but candidates must provide their own tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carpentry: Perform a range of carpentry tasks in void properties, including door fitting, skirting, architraves, timber repairs, and general joinery work.
• Plumbing: Undertake basic plumbing duties such as replacing taps, repairing leaks, installing sinks, toilets, and general plumbing fixtures.
• Tiling: Install tiles in kitchens, bathrooms, and other areas, ensuring work is completed to a high standard.
• Patch Plastering: Carry out patch plastering tasks, repairing holes and damaged walls, and preparing surfaces for decoration.
• Decorating: Complete painting and decorating tasks to a professional level, ensuring the property is finished to a high standard and ready for re-occupation.
• Ensure all work complies with current health and safety regulations.
• Manage time effectively to meet deadlines and deliver projects to the required quality standards.
• Provide exceptional customer service, liaising with tenants and colleagues as necessary.
• Complete necessary paperwork and record all works carried out in a timely manner.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as a Multi-Skilled Carpenter, with a strong background in social housing, particularly with void properties.
• Skilled in carpentry, plumbing, tiling, patch plastering, and decorating.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to work independently, managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Full UK driving license (max 6 points).

Qualifications:

• Relevant qualifications in Carpentry, such as City & Guilds or NVQ (Level 2 or 3).
• Plumbing qualification (City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Experience or qualifications in tiling, patch plastering, and decorating.
• Ideally, an up-to-date qualification in Health and Safety (e.g., CSCS card).

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Experience working within the social housing sector, specifically void properties.
• Own tools for the role (must be able to provide personal tools for the job).
• A positive, proactive attitude with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience working within tight deadlines.

Additional Information:

• Company van provided (applicant must provide own tools).
• Competitive rate and benefits package.
• Opportunities for training and career progression.

If you are an experienced Multi-Skilled Carpenter with the right qualifications and experience in the social housing sector, especially in void properties, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply today!