Carpenter/Joiner

We are currently recruiting for experienced Carpenters / Joiners to join a well-established Housing Association operating across the East Midlands. This role sits within the Planned Works Team, focusing primarily on the installation and refurbishment of kitchens within occupied residential properties. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

The Role

As part of a dedicated kitchen fitting team, you will be responsible for carrying out high-quality carpentry and joinery works within social housing properties, ensuring all work is completed to a professional standard with a strong focus on customer service.

Typical duties will include:

Kitchen fitting and installation
Replacing kitchen units, worktops and associated joinery
Completing remedial carpentry works
Working within occupied residential properties
Ensuring all work complies with health and safety regulations
Maintaining excellent standards of workmanship and customer care
Requirements
To be considered for this position you must have:

Previous experience working as a Carpenter / Joiner within a kitchen fitting or planned maintenance environment
Experience working within social housing, local authority or residential property maintenance (preferred)
Own van and tools
Full UK driving licence
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ideally, you will hold:

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Carpentry & Joinery, or
City & Guilds qualification in Carpentry & JoineryHowever, relevant industry experience will be considered in place of formal qualifications.

What's on Offer?

Up to £27.00 per hour depending on experience
37 hours paid per week
Long-term temporary contract
Opportunity to secure a permanent position
Localised work across the East Midlands
Join a well-established and supportive planned works team
Location

There are three separate teams operating across the East Midlands, meaning work will be allocated based on your home location to minimise travel and keep you working within a suitable local area whenever possible.
If you are an experienced Carpenter / Joiner looking for a long-term opportunity within the social housing sector, we would like to hear from you. Apply today to discuss the role further.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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