Multi Skilled Floor Layer

Who are Cardo Group?

Cardo Group is a family of companies delivering building maintenance services to local authorities, social housing providers, and their residents. Our multi-company group provides quality, value for money maintenance, compliance, and retrofit services across the south west, south east, and midlands. Future plans will see this develop into a national footprint.

We are currently seeking a Multi Skilled Floor Layer to join our team in Pembrokeshire.

Overview: You will be responsible for laying and maintaining floor coverings in residential properties. This role is essential to the upkeep of social housing, ensuring that the properties remain in a safe, clean, and liveable condition. The successful candidate will have a range of skills, including the ability to work with various floor materials such as carpet, vinyl, laminate, and tiling, and will assist in broader maintenance tasks as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Flooring Installation:
   • Lay and install various types of flooring materials, including carpet, vinyl, tiles, linoleum, and laminate, according to project requirements.
   • Prepare surfaces by cleaning, levelling, and applying adhesives or underlays.
   • Ensure all flooring is installed securely and neatly, with attention to detail.
2. Maintenance & Repair:
   • Carry out repairs to existing flooring, including patching, re-sealing, or replacing damaged sections.
   • Conduct periodic inspections of floors in social housing units to identify and address potential issues, including wear and tear.
   • Respond to maintenance requests for flooring-related issues and complete repairs within agreed timeframes.
3. Health & Safety Compliance:
   • Adhere to health and safety regulations while working on site, ensuring that all work is carried out in a safe and compliant manner.
   • Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safety protocols to prevent accidents or injuries.
   • Ensure the working area is clean and free from hazards, both during and after the installation/repair process.
4. Collaboration with Other Trades:
   • Work alongside other tradespeople (e.g., plumbers, electricians, painters) as part of larger refurbishment or maintenance projects within social housing.
   • Assist with other maintenance tasks as needed, such as general repairs or property upgrades, when not directly working on flooring.
5. Customer Service & Communication:
   • Interact with tenants in a professional and respectful manner, ensuring minimal disruption during flooring installations or repairs.
   • Address tenant concerns or queries about the flooring work being carried out and ensure their satisfaction with the completed job.
   • Provide guidance to tenants on floor care and maintenance, as necessary.
6. Documentation & Reporting:
   • Maintain accurate records of work completed, including materials used, time spent, and any issues encountered.
   • Report any major issues or repairs required to the site supervisor or manager.
   • Assist in managing inventory of flooring materials and supplies, ensuring that stock is replenished as needed.
7. Quality Control:
   • Ensure all work meets the required standards for quality and durability, particularly for social housing where long-term usability and wear resistance are important.
   • Inspect work completed by other trades or contractors to ensure high-quality results in line with project requirements.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a floor layer, ideally within the social housing or residential property sector.
• A multi-skilled background with experience in a range of flooring types (carpet, vinyl, tile, laminate, etc.).
• Knowledge of floor preparation, adhesives, levelling compounds, and underlays.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to work safely and efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant vocational qualification (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds) in floor laying or a related trade.
• Experience working in social housing or with public-sector clients.
• Previous experience with general building maintenance tasks (e.g., painting, plumbing, carpentry).

Personal Attributes:

• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and customer service-oriented approach.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to different tasks as required by the project.
• Positive attitude and commitment to contributing to the upkeep and improvement of social housing communities.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Experience:

• Tile Setting: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Location:

• Pembrokeshire (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Multi Floor Layer - Pembrokeshire