Carpenter Multi - Christchurch Salary: 35,265 - 38,234 per annum Location: Southampton Contract: Full Time, 40 hours per week Join a Busy Property Maintenance Team Voids An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Carpenter Multi Trader to join a well-established property maintenance team working across residential properties in the Christchurch area. This is a varied role within an Empty Homes team, carrying out carpentry repairs, installations and general maintenance works to ensure properties are ready for new occupants. A company van and fuel card are provided, along with opportunities to increase earnings through overtime and call-out work. The Role As a Carpenter Multi Trader, your responsibilities will include: 1st and 2nd fix carpentry Installing internal and external doors, frames and windows UPVC installation and servicing Locksmith duties including gaining entry, lock changes and repairs Fencing repairs and installations Kitchen fitting and minor joinery works Basic plumbing, tiling, plastering, decorating and general property maintenance What We're Looking For NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry or a minimum of 5 years' proven carpentry experience Previous experience in residential repairs, maintenance or housing environments Good understanding of health and safety practices Strong customer service and teamwork skills Full UK driving licence with at least 12 months' driving experience What's on Offer? Tool Allowance Uniform & PPE 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days) Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package 3 additional wellbeing days and 2 paid volunteering days Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption pay Generous matched pension scheme up to 12% and Life cover at 4x salary A van and fuel card for business travel iPhone and iPad SmartTech - Buy an electrical item and pay it off through your salary over 12 months Apply Today If you're an experienced Carpenter Multi Trader looking for a stable role with excellent benefits and genuine opportunities to increase your earnings, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered.
Aug 29, 2026
Full time
Carpenter Multi - Christchurch Salary: 35,265 - 38,234 per annum Location: Southampton Contract: Full Time, 40 hours per week Join a Busy Property Maintenance Team Voids An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Carpenter Multi Trader to join a well-established property maintenance team working across residential properties in the Christchurch area. This is a varied role within an Empty Homes team, carrying out carpentry repairs, installations and general maintenance works to ensure properties are ready for new occupants. A company van and fuel card are provided, along with opportunities to increase earnings through overtime and call-out work. The Role As a Carpenter Multi Trader, your responsibilities will include: 1st and 2nd fix carpentry Installing internal and external doors, frames and windows UPVC installation and servicing Locksmith duties including gaining entry, lock changes and repairs Fencing repairs and installations Kitchen fitting and minor joinery works Basic plumbing, tiling, plastering, decorating and general property maintenance What We're Looking For NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry or a minimum of 5 years' proven carpentry experience Previous experience in residential repairs, maintenance or housing environments Good understanding of health and safety practices Strong customer service and teamwork skills Full UK driving licence with at least 12 months' driving experience What's on Offer? Tool Allowance Uniform & PPE 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days) Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package 3 additional wellbeing days and 2 paid volunteering days Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption pay Generous matched pension scheme up to 12% and Life cover at 4x salary A van and fuel card for business travel iPhone and iPad SmartTech - Buy an electrical item and pay it off through your salary over 12 months Apply Today If you're an experienced Carpenter Multi Trader looking for a stable role with excellent benefits and genuine opportunities to increase your earnings, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Kitchen Fitter to join a well-established building and maintenance contractor delivering planned kitchen refurbishment programmes to occupied social housing properties across Northampton and Milton Keynes. This is a self-employed opportunity offering regular work with the chance to join a busy team delivering high-quality kitchen replacement programmes within the social housing sector. The role involves working in occupied properties, carrying out full kitchen strip-outs, installations, and associated carpentry works. You'll work alongside electricians, plumbers, plasterers, decorators, and flooring contractors to ensure kitchens are completed to a high standard and handed over on time. We welcome applications from Kitchen Fitters, Kitchen Installers, Carpenter Joiners, Joiners, Multi Skilled Carpenters, Multi Trade Operatives, Property Maintenance Operatives, and Carpenters with experience working within social housing, planned maintenance, or domestic property refurbishment. Key Responsibilities: Carry out full kitchen strip-outs, including removing units, tiles, flooring, and associated fixtures Install floor protection and maintain excellent dust control throughout works in occupied homes Receive and check kitchen deliveries to ensure all materials are present before installation Complete full kitchen installations, including units, worktops, plinths, splashbacks, and finishing items Replace skirting boards and fit new window boards where required Bond and fill walls Basic plumbing Prepare subfloors using latex on solid floors or 6mm ply on timber floors ready for flooring contractors Carry out general carpentry works, including doors, skirting, and day-to-day repairs across multiple sites when required Work closely with other trades to ensure programmes remain on schedule Maintain high standards of workmanship, housekeeping, and health and safety at all times Requirements: Previous experience working as a Kitchen Fitter or Kitchen Installer Proven experience completing kitchen refurbishments and installations Competent carrying out kitchen rip-outs and installations within occupied properties Experience preparing subfloors for flooring contractors Strong attention to detail and ability to complete work to a high standard Flexible to undertake general carpentry works across different sites when required Based within, or able to travel across, Northampton and Milton Keynes To have your own vehicle (van ideally) Benefits: Agreed set price for completed kitchen installations (between 950 - 1050) Fuel allowance Full kitchen price paid even when completed ahead of schedule, subject to quality standards Hourly rate paid for general carpentry and non-kitchen works Potential travel payments for jobs further afield Opportunity for additional ad-hoc and occasional weekend work Consistent pipeline of work with the potential for long-term or permanent opportunities If you're interested in this Kitchen Fitter role, please apply online or call Alex on (phone number removed)
Aug 29, 2026
Contractor
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Kitchen Fitter to join a well-established building and maintenance contractor delivering planned kitchen refurbishment programmes to occupied social housing properties across Northampton and Milton Keynes. This is a self-employed opportunity offering regular work with the chance to join a busy team delivering high-quality kitchen replacement programmes within the social housing sector. The role involves working in occupied properties, carrying out full kitchen strip-outs, installations, and associated carpentry works. You'll work alongside electricians, plumbers, plasterers, decorators, and flooring contractors to ensure kitchens are completed to a high standard and handed over on time. We welcome applications from Kitchen Fitters, Kitchen Installers, Carpenter Joiners, Joiners, Multi Skilled Carpenters, Multi Trade Operatives, Property Maintenance Operatives, and Carpenters with experience working within social housing, planned maintenance, or domestic property refurbishment. Key Responsibilities: Carry out full kitchen strip-outs, including removing units, tiles, flooring, and associated fixtures Install floor protection and maintain excellent dust control throughout works in occupied homes Receive and check kitchen deliveries to ensure all materials are present before installation Complete full kitchen installations, including units, worktops, plinths, splashbacks, and finishing items Replace skirting boards and fit new window boards where required Bond and fill walls Basic plumbing Prepare subfloors using latex on solid floors or 6mm ply on timber floors ready for flooring contractors Carry out general carpentry works, including doors, skirting, and day-to-day repairs across multiple sites when required Work closely with other trades to ensure programmes remain on schedule Maintain high standards of workmanship, housekeeping, and health and safety at all times Requirements: Previous experience working as a Kitchen Fitter or Kitchen Installer Proven experience completing kitchen refurbishments and installations Competent carrying out kitchen rip-outs and installations within occupied properties Experience preparing subfloors for flooring contractors Strong attention to detail and ability to complete work to a high standard Flexible to undertake general carpentry works across different sites when required Based within, or able to travel across, Northampton and Milton Keynes To have your own vehicle (van ideally) Benefits: Agreed set price for completed kitchen installations (between 950 - 1050) Fuel allowance Full kitchen price paid even when completed ahead of schedule, subject to quality standards Hourly rate paid for general carpentry and non-kitchen works Potential travel payments for jobs further afield Opportunity for additional ad-hoc and occasional weekend work Consistent pipeline of work with the potential for long-term or permanent opportunities If you're interested in this Kitchen Fitter role, please apply online or call Alex on (phone number removed)
Carpenter Multi - Property Services Job Type: Temporary to Permanent Start Date: ASAP Location: Harrow Salary: 24.00 per hour A Carpenter is required, working for a reputable local contractor in partnership with a local council. The role will involve carrying out responsive repairs and maintenance works on domestic properties. In addition to plumbing duties, candidates should be capable of completing basic multi-trade works to a high standard. Previous social housing or domestic maintenance experience is essential. Daily responsibilities: Carrying out carpentry repairs and maintenance on domestic properties Completing associated multi-trade works where required Providing a high level of customer service to residents Ensuring all works are completed safely and efficiently Participating in a rotational on-call schedule for emergency repairs Requirements of a Carpenter Multi-Trade: Must hold an NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds in carpentry Must have a full UK manual driving licence Must have previous social housing or domestic maintenance experience Benefits for the Carpenter Multi-Trade: Company vehicle, fuel card and uniform supplied Overtime opportunities available, including evenings and weekends Temporary to permanent opportunity If you are interested in hearing more about the vacancy, please apply to the advert or send your CV. Tags; Plumbing, Plumber, Plumber-Multi LON123
Aug 28, 2026
Full time
Carpenter Multi - Property Services Job Type: Temporary to Permanent Start Date: ASAP Location: Harrow Salary: 24.00 per hour A Carpenter is required, working for a reputable local contractor in partnership with a local council. The role will involve carrying out responsive repairs and maintenance works on domestic properties. In addition to plumbing duties, candidates should be capable of completing basic multi-trade works to a high standard. Previous social housing or domestic maintenance experience is essential. Daily responsibilities: Carrying out carpentry repairs and maintenance on domestic properties Completing associated multi-trade works where required Providing a high level of customer service to residents Ensuring all works are completed safely and efficiently Participating in a rotational on-call schedule for emergency repairs Requirements of a Carpenter Multi-Trade: Must hold an NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds in carpentry Must have a full UK manual driving licence Must have previous social housing or domestic maintenance experience Benefits for the Carpenter Multi-Trade: Company vehicle, fuel card and uniform supplied Overtime opportunities available, including evenings and weekends Temporary to permanent opportunity If you are interested in hearing more about the vacancy, please apply to the advert or send your CV. Tags; Plumbing, Plumber, Plumber-Multi LON123
Carpenter Multi Contract Type: Temp to perm Area: Hammersmith Hours: 42.5 Hrs per week (Mon to Fri) Hourly Rate: £22 PH CIS Van & Fuel card provided Build Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced carpenter multi to join our client s reactive maintenance team. Duties Carrying out carpentry repairs and maintenance including doors, frames, skirting, kitchens, locks, and general woodwork repairs Making good after carpentry works to a high standard Attending properties and ensuring all work is completed within agreed timeframes Carrying out secondary trades when required Providing excellent customer service when working in tenanted properties Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with health & safety regulations Requirements NVQ or City & Guilds qualification in Carpentry Domestic/social housing/council property repairs experience Excellent customer service skills Full UK driver s license Will be able to carry out secondary trades to a good standard Benefits Weekly pay Van stock provided Van & Fuel card provided for business use For more details, please contact Vishal on (phone number removed) or please apply with your most up to date CV to (url removed) We ll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We ll also take references and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK. We work with a wide variety of clients in the public and private sector, and we will work with you to identify clients in which your skills, experience and personality will fit. Once we submit you for a role you will receive support and regular communication throughout the interview process. From there our commitment to you is all about being your career partner. We ll identify suitable jobs, provide support, and career guidance and even provide regular salary benchmarking. Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.
Aug 28, 2026
Contractor
Carpenter Multi Contract Type: Temp to perm Area: Hammersmith Hours: 42.5 Hrs per week (Mon to Fri) Hourly Rate: £22 PH CIS Van & Fuel card provided Build Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced carpenter multi to join our client s reactive maintenance team. Duties Carrying out carpentry repairs and maintenance including doors, frames, skirting, kitchens, locks, and general woodwork repairs Making good after carpentry works to a high standard Attending properties and ensuring all work is completed within agreed timeframes Carrying out secondary trades when required Providing excellent customer service when working in tenanted properties Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with health & safety regulations Requirements NVQ or City & Guilds qualification in Carpentry Domestic/social housing/council property repairs experience Excellent customer service skills Full UK driver s license Will be able to carry out secondary trades to a good standard Benefits Weekly pay Van stock provided Van & Fuel card provided for business use For more details, please contact Vishal on (phone number removed) or please apply with your most up to date CV to (url removed) We ll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We ll also take references and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK. We work with a wide variety of clients in the public and private sector, and we will work with you to identify clients in which your skills, experience and personality will fit. Once we submit you for a role you will receive support and regular communication throughout the interview process. From there our commitment to you is all about being your career partner. We ll identify suitable jobs, provide support, and career guidance and even provide regular salary benchmarking. Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.
Carpenter Multi - Property Services Job Type: Temporary to Permanent Start Date: ASAP Location: Surrey Salary: 44,000 CIS A Carpenter is required, working for a reputable local contractor in partnership with a local council. The role will involve carrying out responsive repairs and maintenance works on domestic properties. In addition to plumbing duties, candidates should be capable of completing basic multi-trade works to a high standard. Previous social housing or domestic maintenance experience is essential. Daily responsibilities: Carrying out carpentry repairs and maintenance on domestic properties Completing associated multi-trade works where required Providing a high level of customer service to residents Ensuring all works are completed safely and efficiently Participating in a rotational on-call schedule for emergency repairs Requirements of a Carpenter Multi-Trade: Must have a full UK manual driving licence Must have previous social housing or domestic maintenance experience Benefits for the Carpenter Multi-Trade: Company vehicle, fuel card and uniform supplied Temporary to permanent opportunity If you are interested in hearing more about the vacancy, please apply to the advert or send your CV. Tags; Plumbing, Plumber, Plumber-Multi LON123
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
Carpenter Multi - Property Services Job Type: Temporary to Permanent Start Date: ASAP Location: Surrey Salary: 44,000 CIS A Carpenter is required, working for a reputable local contractor in partnership with a local council. The role will involve carrying out responsive repairs and maintenance works on domestic properties. In addition to plumbing duties, candidates should be capable of completing basic multi-trade works to a high standard. Previous social housing or domestic maintenance experience is essential. Daily responsibilities: Carrying out carpentry repairs and maintenance on domestic properties Completing associated multi-trade works where required Providing a high level of customer service to residents Ensuring all works are completed safely and efficiently Participating in a rotational on-call schedule for emergency repairs Requirements of a Carpenter Multi-Trade: Must have a full UK manual driving licence Must have previous social housing or domestic maintenance experience Benefits for the Carpenter Multi-Trade: Company vehicle, fuel card and uniform supplied Temporary to permanent opportunity If you are interested in hearing more about the vacancy, please apply to the advert or send your CV. Tags; Plumbing, Plumber, Plumber-Multi LON123
Title: Maintenance Technician UPVC Carpenter Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time, 40 hours per week Salary: 41,200 per annum Grade: DM Tech 05 Location: Southwest London Persona: Mobile Working (van provided) contractual hours to be worked from various locations such as resident homes with ad hoc office attendance as required Closing date for applications: 9th September 2026 at 11pm Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. With effect from February 2026, L&Q reserve the right to not shortlist applications from candidates with 3 or more unsuccessful applications within the last 12 months. Please click here for the role profile - Maintenance Technician Role Profile.doc Benefits include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more Join our Repairs Team at L&Q: L&Q are looking for an experienced Multi trader/UPVC operative to work within our Reactive Maintenance Team. Our Southwest London region is one of our largest operational areas, covering Sutton, Croydon, Battersea, Wandsworth, Merton, Guildford, Redhill, and the surrounding areas. While successful candidates will be allocated a primary working area, they may be expected to work across the wider Southwest region as required to support service delivery. The role will be dealing with all aspects of internal/external window repairs including single and double glazing, repairs to doors, lock refits and repairs. Carpentry skills will be required for you to fulfil this role. Our Operatives are supplied with an L&Q van (business use only), uniform and PPE equipment. You will begin the day from your home address where you will travel to jobs which are distributed to your PDA (hand-held device). Customer satisfaction is of the utmost importance to L&Q and as a first line of contact to our residents we expect you to have outstanding customer service and ability to deliver a right first-time service. Limiting follow ons and increasing satisfaction. Our in-house maintenance team core hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm in general. There is the opportunity to earn more from call outs and out of hours service. To be considered for this role candidates will require/be: • Sound working trade knowledge and experience • Experience gained within a Maintenance, site and or Housing environment. • Able to deliver excellent customer service • Right first-time approach • Health and Safety Conscious • Previous experience in a similar role • Wide range of Multi trade skills If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email (url removed) About L&Q: We're one of the UK's leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people's health, happiness and security. Our purpose is simple - to provide social homes and landlord services that everyone can be proud of. 250,000 people call our properties 'home', and we're proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. People are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values, which outline our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&Q - click here to read more. At L&Q, we know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger - and they're at the heart of everything we do. When we recruit, we look at what really matters: your skills, experience, and potential. We're proud to be recognised for creating an inclusive workplace. We're a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) and we've introduced our own Recruitment Advocate scheme to make sure every step of our hiring process is fair, transparent, and consistent. It's all part of our commitment to ending discrimination and making L&Q a place where everyone feels welcome. Find out more here . Sustainability is also at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK's largest housing associations. Click here to find out more about L&Q and why you should join us!
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
Title: Maintenance Technician UPVC Carpenter Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time, 40 hours per week Salary: 41,200 per annum Grade: DM Tech 05 Location: Southwest London Persona: Mobile Working (van provided) contractual hours to be worked from various locations such as resident homes with ad hoc office attendance as required Closing date for applications: 9th September 2026 at 11pm Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. With effect from February 2026, L&Q reserve the right to not shortlist applications from candidates with 3 or more unsuccessful applications within the last 12 months. Please click here for the role profile - Maintenance Technician Role Profile.doc Benefits include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more Join our Repairs Team at L&Q: L&Q are looking for an experienced Multi trader/UPVC operative to work within our Reactive Maintenance Team. Our Southwest London region is one of our largest operational areas, covering Sutton, Croydon, Battersea, Wandsworth, Merton, Guildford, Redhill, and the surrounding areas. While successful candidates will be allocated a primary working area, they may be expected to work across the wider Southwest region as required to support service delivery. The role will be dealing with all aspects of internal/external window repairs including single and double glazing, repairs to doors, lock refits and repairs. Carpentry skills will be required for you to fulfil this role. Our Operatives are supplied with an L&Q van (business use only), uniform and PPE equipment. You will begin the day from your home address where you will travel to jobs which are distributed to your PDA (hand-held device). Customer satisfaction is of the utmost importance to L&Q and as a first line of contact to our residents we expect you to have outstanding customer service and ability to deliver a right first-time service. Limiting follow ons and increasing satisfaction. Our in-house maintenance team core hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm in general. There is the opportunity to earn more from call outs and out of hours service. To be considered for this role candidates will require/be: • Sound working trade knowledge and experience • Experience gained within a Maintenance, site and or Housing environment. • Able to deliver excellent customer service • Right first-time approach • Health and Safety Conscious • Previous experience in a similar role • Wide range of Multi trade skills If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email (url removed) About L&Q: We're one of the UK's leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people's health, happiness and security. Our purpose is simple - to provide social homes and landlord services that everyone can be proud of. 250,000 people call our properties 'home', and we're proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. People are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values, which outline our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&Q - click here to read more. At L&Q, we know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger - and they're at the heart of everything we do. When we recruit, we look at what really matters: your skills, experience, and potential. We're proud to be recognised for creating an inclusive workplace. We're a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) and we've introduced our own Recruitment Advocate scheme to make sure every step of our hiring process is fair, transparent, and consistent. It's all part of our commitment to ending discrimination and making L&Q a place where everyone feels welcome. Find out more here . Sustainability is also at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK's largest housing associations. Click here to find out more about L&Q and why you should join us!
CARPENTER / MULTI-TRADE OPERATIVE Professional Summary Experienced Carpenter / Multi-Trade Operative with a strong background in social housing repairs and maintenance , delivering high-quality workmanship across occupied residential properties. Skilled in carpentry, fire door compliance, and a wide range of multi-trade repairs including plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating, locksmithing, and glazing. Reliable, safety-focused, and committed to delivering first-time fixes and excellent customer service. Key Skills Carpentry (doors, skirting, architraves, kitchens, flooring) Fire door installation, maintenance, and compliance works Multi-trade repairs (plastering, tiling, plumbing, decorating) Locksmithing (lock fitting, repair, replacement) Glazing repairs and glass replacement Responsive repairs in social housing environments Health & Safety compliance and risk assessments PDA/mobile job recording systems Customer-facing repair work in occupied homes Emergency and out-of-hours repairs Experience Multi-Trade Operative / Carpenter Social Housing Maintenance Contracts (East and North London Boroughs) Delivered responsive repairs across occupied residential properties Completed carpentry works including doors, kitchens, and structural timber repairs Undertook fire door inspections, repairs, and compliance upgrades Carried out multi-trade tasks including plastering, tiling, plumbing, and decorating Performed locksmith duties including lock changes and repairs Completed glazing repairs and sealing works to residential units Used PDA systems to record work orders and job completion in real time Followed strict Health & Safety procedures on all sites Worked closely with supervisors and planners to meet deadlines Qualifications NVQ Level 3 Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent) CSCS Card (if held) PASMA / Working at Heights (if held) Additional Information Full UK Driving Licence Own tools and transport compliant (van provided in employment where applicable) Available for immediate start Flexible for emergency callout rota and overtime work
Aug 26, 2026
Full time
CARPENTER / MULTI-TRADE OPERATIVE Professional Summary Experienced Carpenter / Multi-Trade Operative with a strong background in social housing repairs and maintenance , delivering high-quality workmanship across occupied residential properties. Skilled in carpentry, fire door compliance, and a wide range of multi-trade repairs including plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating, locksmithing, and glazing. Reliable, safety-focused, and committed to delivering first-time fixes and excellent customer service. Key Skills Carpentry (doors, skirting, architraves, kitchens, flooring) Fire door installation, maintenance, and compliance works Multi-trade repairs (plastering, tiling, plumbing, decorating) Locksmithing (lock fitting, repair, replacement) Glazing repairs and glass replacement Responsive repairs in social housing environments Health & Safety compliance and risk assessments PDA/mobile job recording systems Customer-facing repair work in occupied homes Emergency and out-of-hours repairs Experience Multi-Trade Operative / Carpenter Social Housing Maintenance Contracts (East and North London Boroughs) Delivered responsive repairs across occupied residential properties Completed carpentry works including doors, kitchens, and structural timber repairs Undertook fire door inspections, repairs, and compliance upgrades Carried out multi-trade tasks including plastering, tiling, plumbing, and decorating Performed locksmith duties including lock changes and repairs Completed glazing repairs and sealing works to residential units Used PDA systems to record work orders and job completion in real time Followed strict Health & Safety procedures on all sites Worked closely with supervisors and planners to meet deadlines Qualifications NVQ Level 3 Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent) CSCS Card (if held) PASMA / Working at Heights (if held) Additional Information Full UK Driving Licence Own tools and transport compliant (van provided in employment where applicable) Available for immediate start Flexible for emergency callout rota and overtime work
Technical Supervisor Location: London / Hybrid & Site-Based Salary: 46,500 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time, including participation in an out-of-hours rota About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Technical Supervisor to join a leading organisation within the housing and property maintenance sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled and experienced supervisor to take responsibility for overseeing a team of trade operatives and ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality repairs and maintenance services across a portfolio of residential properties. You will play a key role in coordinating day-to-day operations, supervising operatives and subcontractors, monitoring quality and performance, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with contractual requirements. The successful candidate will act as an important link between residents, operatives, contractors, planning teams and senior management, ensuring excellent customer service and effective communication throughout the repair and maintenance process. Key Responsibilities Supervise and support a team of skilled trade operatives, including plumbers, carpenters, wet trades and other maintenance professionals. Coordinate daily workloads and work schedules in conjunction with planning teams. Monitor the progress and completion of responsive, planned and complex repair and maintenance works. Carry out pre-inspections, work-in-progress inspections and post-inspections to ensure quality, compliance and right-first-time delivery. Provide technical advice, guidance and support to operatives, contractors, planning teams and customer service colleagues. Monitor the performance of operatives and subcontractors against agreed KPIs, SLAs and organisational standards. Identify and address underperformance, taking appropriate action where required. Ensure all works are completed in accordance with health and safety legislation, policies and procedures. Conduct and review risk assessments where necessary. Manage resources effectively, including labour, vehicles, tools, equipment and materials, while minimising unnecessary expenditure and wastage. Monitor and control costs, obtaining the appropriate approval for expenditure and identifying opportunities for cost-effective service delivery. Maintain accurate records and produce performance reports as required. Mentor and develop operatives and trainees, identifying training and development requirements through regular one-to-ones and performance reviews. Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, responding professionally and promptly to concerns and complaints. Work closely with management teams to support the development of maintenance strategies, budgets and delivery programmes. Manage contractors effectively, ensuring compliance with required standards, SLAs, KPIs, health and safety requirements and customer service expectations. Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve operational performance, quality and customer satisfaction. Participate in an out-of-hours repairs and maintenance rota as required. Travel to other locations when required to support operational teams and service delivery. About You We are looking for an experienced Technical Supervisor / Maintenance Supervisor / Repairs Supervisor with a strong background in property maintenance and the supervision of directly employed tradespeople. You will ideally have: Proven experience supervising a direct labour force within social housing, property maintenance, facilities management or a similar environment. A relevant trade qualification, with practical experience within a suitable workstream such as plumbing, carpentry, responsive repairs, damp and mould, voids, planned works or complex repairs. Strong knowledge of building construction, repairs and maintenance. Experience managing subcontractors and monitoring performance against SLAs and KPIs. A strong understanding of health and safety legislation and safe working practices. Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and multiple workloads. Strong leadership and people-management skills, with the ability to motivate, mentor and develop a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence dealing with residents, contractors, operatives and internal stakeholders. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. A full UK driving licence. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation where you will have a genuine opportunity to influence service delivery, support and develop a team, and make a tangible difference to the quality of homes and services provided to residents. If you are an experienced Technical Supervisor with a trade background and strong experience managing repairs and maintenance teams, we would be keen to hear from you.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Technical Supervisor Location: London / Hybrid & Site-Based Salary: 46,500 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time, including participation in an out-of-hours rota About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Technical Supervisor to join a leading organisation within the housing and property maintenance sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled and experienced supervisor to take responsibility for overseeing a team of trade operatives and ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality repairs and maintenance services across a portfolio of residential properties. You will play a key role in coordinating day-to-day operations, supervising operatives and subcontractors, monitoring quality and performance, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with contractual requirements. The successful candidate will act as an important link between residents, operatives, contractors, planning teams and senior management, ensuring excellent customer service and effective communication throughout the repair and maintenance process. Key Responsibilities Supervise and support a team of skilled trade operatives, including plumbers, carpenters, wet trades and other maintenance professionals. Coordinate daily workloads and work schedules in conjunction with planning teams. Monitor the progress and completion of responsive, planned and complex repair and maintenance works. Carry out pre-inspections, work-in-progress inspections and post-inspections to ensure quality, compliance and right-first-time delivery. Provide technical advice, guidance and support to operatives, contractors, planning teams and customer service colleagues. Monitor the performance of operatives and subcontractors against agreed KPIs, SLAs and organisational standards. Identify and address underperformance, taking appropriate action where required. Ensure all works are completed in accordance with health and safety legislation, policies and procedures. Conduct and review risk assessments where necessary. Manage resources effectively, including labour, vehicles, tools, equipment and materials, while minimising unnecessary expenditure and wastage. Monitor and control costs, obtaining the appropriate approval for expenditure and identifying opportunities for cost-effective service delivery. Maintain accurate records and produce performance reports as required. Mentor and develop operatives and trainees, identifying training and development requirements through regular one-to-ones and performance reviews. Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, responding professionally and promptly to concerns and complaints. Work closely with management teams to support the development of maintenance strategies, budgets and delivery programmes. Manage contractors effectively, ensuring compliance with required standards, SLAs, KPIs, health and safety requirements and customer service expectations. Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve operational performance, quality and customer satisfaction. Participate in an out-of-hours repairs and maintenance rota as required. Travel to other locations when required to support operational teams and service delivery. About You We are looking for an experienced Technical Supervisor / Maintenance Supervisor / Repairs Supervisor with a strong background in property maintenance and the supervision of directly employed tradespeople. You will ideally have: Proven experience supervising a direct labour force within social housing, property maintenance, facilities management or a similar environment. A relevant trade qualification, with practical experience within a suitable workstream such as plumbing, carpentry, responsive repairs, damp and mould, voids, planned works or complex repairs. Strong knowledge of building construction, repairs and maintenance. Experience managing subcontractors and monitoring performance against SLAs and KPIs. A strong understanding of health and safety legislation and safe working practices. Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and multiple workloads. Strong leadership and people-management skills, with the ability to motivate, mentor and develop a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence dealing with residents, contractors, operatives and internal stakeholders. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. A full UK driving licence. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation where you will have a genuine opportunity to influence service delivery, support and develop a team, and make a tangible difference to the quality of homes and services provided to residents. If you are an experienced Technical Supervisor with a trade background and strong experience managing repairs and maintenance teams, we would be keen to hear from you.
Job Title: Carpenter Multi-Trade Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Job Category: Property Services Location: Harrow Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 am - 5:00 pm Pay Rate: 23.00 - 24.00 per hour We have an opportunity for an experienced Carpenter Multi-Trade to join a growing housing contractor, working in partnership with Harrow Council and covering Harrow, Stanmore, Edgware, and Northolt. Responsibilities: Carrying out a variety of carpentry tasks, including framing, and door/window installations. Completing general maintenance work such as basic plumbing, tiling, plastering, and painting. Delivering both reactive and planned maintenance in occupied and void properties. Operating and maintaining tools and equipment responsibly. Providing excellent customer service to tenants and housing association representatives. Using an electronic hand held PDA device to receive and update job information, ensuring timely and accurate records of completed work. Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence (manual) NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry (essential) Asbestos Awareness, UKATA or IATP Basic DBS Check Benefits: Company vehicle, fuel card, and uniform included as part of the role package. Overtime opportunities available, including evenings and weekends. Participation in a rotational on-call schedule providing out of hours support for emergency repairs. If you have previous experience within social housing and meet the above requirements, we encourage you to apply online or get in touch with Leah for further information. LON123
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Carpenter Multi-Trade Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Job Category: Property Services Location: Harrow Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 am - 5:00 pm Pay Rate: 23.00 - 24.00 per hour We have an opportunity for an experienced Carpenter Multi-Trade to join a growing housing contractor, working in partnership with Harrow Council and covering Harrow, Stanmore, Edgware, and Northolt. Responsibilities: Carrying out a variety of carpentry tasks, including framing, and door/window installations. Completing general maintenance work such as basic plumbing, tiling, plastering, and painting. Delivering both reactive and planned maintenance in occupied and void properties. Operating and maintaining tools and equipment responsibly. Providing excellent customer service to tenants and housing association representatives. Using an electronic hand held PDA device to receive and update job information, ensuring timely and accurate records of completed work. Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence (manual) NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry (essential) Asbestos Awareness, UKATA or IATP Basic DBS Check Benefits: Company vehicle, fuel card, and uniform included as part of the role package. Overtime opportunities available, including evenings and weekends. Participation in a rotational on-call schedule providing out of hours support for emergency repairs. If you have previous experience within social housing and meet the above requirements, we encourage you to apply online or get in touch with Leah for further information. LON123
Multi Trade Operative - Property Services Job Type: Permanent Start Date: ASAP Location: Ealing Salary: 40,267 per annum A Carpenter Multi Trade is required, working for a reputable property services contractor. The role will involve carrying out responsive repairs and maintenance works on domestic properties across North and North West London. Candidates should have strong experience across multiple trades and be able to deliver high-quality repairs whilst providing excellent customer service. Daily Responsibilities: Carrying out responsive repairs and maintenance on domestic properties Completing a variety of multi-trade works including plumbing, patch plastering, painting and decorating. With a focus on Carpentry Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs efficiently Providing a high level of customer service to residents Ensuring all works are completed safely and to a high standard Working within a designated local patch where possible Requirements of a Multi Trade Operative: Previous social housing, domestic maintenance or property repairs experience Strong multi-trade skillset with experience carrying out a variety of repairs Full UK driving licence Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively Good communication and customer service skills Benefits for the Multi Trade Operative: Company vehicle provided Fuel card provided Local working areas available depending on home location Long-term career opportunity with a well-established contractor If you are interested in hearing more about the vacancy, please apply to the advert or send your CV. Tags; Plumbing, Plumber, Plumber-Multi, Multi-Trade, Multi-Trader, Multi Trad Operative, Carpenter LON123
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
Multi Trade Operative - Property Services Job Type: Permanent Start Date: ASAP Location: Ealing Salary: 40,267 per annum A Carpenter Multi Trade is required, working for a reputable property services contractor. The role will involve carrying out responsive repairs and maintenance works on domestic properties across North and North West London. Candidates should have strong experience across multiple trades and be able to deliver high-quality repairs whilst providing excellent customer service. Daily Responsibilities: Carrying out responsive repairs and maintenance on domestic properties Completing a variety of multi-trade works including plumbing, patch plastering, painting and decorating. With a focus on Carpentry Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs efficiently Providing a high level of customer service to residents Ensuring all works are completed safely and to a high standard Working within a designated local patch where possible Requirements of a Multi Trade Operative: Previous social housing, domestic maintenance or property repairs experience Strong multi-trade skillset with experience carrying out a variety of repairs Full UK driving licence Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively Good communication and customer service skills Benefits for the Multi Trade Operative: Company vehicle provided Fuel card provided Local working areas available depending on home location Long-term career opportunity with a well-established contractor If you are interested in hearing more about the vacancy, please apply to the advert or send your CV. Tags; Plumbing, Plumber, Plumber-Multi, Multi-Trade, Multi-Trader, Multi Trad Operative, Carpenter LON123
Title: Carpenter Multi-Skilled Salary: £38,803 - £40,845 Working hours/pattern: 40 hours per week between 8am 6pm. To support our residents, a later shift of 9:30am 6pm is worked on a rotational basis, between 1 in 3 and 1 in 5 weeks. Requirements: Experience Previously worked in a social housing or local authority environment Relevant NVQ2 qualification or equivalent trade experience Driving A full UK manual driving licence (you will provided with your own Metworks van for working hours). A minimum of one year of significant driving experience. (MTVH reserves the right to withdraw an offer of employment if company fleet policy is unable to secure adequate insurance.) Please refer to the full job description before applying. Why work for us? We offer: Competitive salary 29 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Up to 9% matched pension contribution Health Cash Plan and Life Assurance Scheme (3x your salary) Many more excellent benefits and opportunities (Full details can be found below). To meet our commitment to providing safe, high quality services to our customers we will complete a standard level background check with the Disclosure and Barring service, once an offer of employment is made. As standard you will be added to the DBS updating service with a new check being carried out on a 3 yearly basis. The cost of a DBS will be paid for by the organisation. Metropolitan Thames Valley provides affordable housing for people living in London, the South East, East Midlands and East of England. We also offer a range of care and support services. Our specialist areas include older people, mental health and transitional services which provide intensive support to marginalised or vulnerable people. We deliver training programmes, events and activities for our residents, designed to boost employment opportunities and foster stronger communities. A member of the National Housing Federation the G15 ? which represents London?s largest housing associations ? we influence policy for the benefits of our residents and the wider sector. In October 2018 like minded housing associations Metropolitan and Thames Valley Housing formally completed a partnership to form Metropolitan Thames Valley. We came together because we want to improve the services we provide and do more in our communities. We?ll do this by listening to our customers and working alongside them. Phone: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed)
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
Title: Carpenter Multi-Skilled Salary: £38,803 - £40,845 Working hours/pattern: 40 hours per week between 8am 6pm. To support our residents, a later shift of 9:30am 6pm is worked on a rotational basis, between 1 in 3 and 1 in 5 weeks. Requirements: Experience Previously worked in a social housing or local authority environment Relevant NVQ2 qualification or equivalent trade experience Driving A full UK manual driving licence (you will provided with your own Metworks van for working hours). A minimum of one year of significant driving experience. (MTVH reserves the right to withdraw an offer of employment if company fleet policy is unable to secure adequate insurance.) Please refer to the full job description before applying. Why work for us? We offer: Competitive salary 29 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Up to 9% matched pension contribution Health Cash Plan and Life Assurance Scheme (3x your salary) Many more excellent benefits and opportunities (Full details can be found below). To meet our commitment to providing safe, high quality services to our customers we will complete a standard level background check with the Disclosure and Barring service, once an offer of employment is made. As standard you will be added to the DBS updating service with a new check being carried out on a 3 yearly basis. The cost of a DBS will be paid for by the organisation. Metropolitan Thames Valley provides affordable housing for people living in London, the South East, East Midlands and East of England. We also offer a range of care and support services. Our specialist areas include older people, mental health and transitional services which provide intensive support to marginalised or vulnerable people. We deliver training programmes, events and activities for our residents, designed to boost employment opportunities and foster stronger communities. A member of the National Housing Federation the G15 ? which represents London?s largest housing associations ? we influence policy for the benefits of our residents and the wider sector. In October 2018 like minded housing associations Metropolitan and Thames Valley Housing formally completed a partnership to form Metropolitan Thames Valley. We came together because we want to improve the services we provide and do more in our communities. We?ll do this by listening to our customers and working alongside them. Phone: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed)
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Multi Trade Operative to join a well-established contractor carrying out void property repairs and refurbishment works to social housing properties across the Nottingham area. This is an ongoing temporary role offering regular work with the opportunity to join a busy team delivering high-quality void property maintenance and refurbishment projects. The role involves working on void social housing properties across Nottingham, Derby and Leicester, carrying out a range of multi-trade repairs to prepare homes to a lettable standard. We welcome applications from Multi Skilled Operatives, Multi Traders, Property Maintenance Operatives, Void Operatives, Maintenance Technicians, Carpenter Multi Traders, Plumber Multi Traders, and Repairs Operatives with experience working within social housing or domestic property maintenance. Key Responsibilities: Carry out a variety of repairs across multiple trades, including basic carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, and painting & decorating Complete repairs to doors, frames, locks, kitchens, bathrooms, and internal fixtures and fittings Undertake patch plastering, wall repairs, and minor rendering where required Carry out basic plumbing repairs, including replacing taps, sinks, toilets, and pipework Complete minor carpentry works including hanging doors, fitting skirting boards, architraves, and kitchen repairs Carry out wall and floor tiling repairs as required Prepare surfaces and complete painting and decorating to achieve a high-quality finish Ensure all properties are completed to the required void standard within agreed timescales Work safely and effectively while maintaining a clean and tidy work area Complete all work in accordance with health and safety regulations and company standards Requirements: To have your own van To have your own tools Previous experience working as a Multi Trade Operative Experience across a range of trades including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, and decorating Previous experience working on social housing void properties is highly desirable Ability to work independently and manage your own workload Full UK driving licence Benefits: 22.50 per hour Mileage covered Ongoing, self-employed work Monday to Friday working Weekly pay (CIS payments available) Opportunity to secure long-term work with a reputable contractor If you're interested in this Multi Trade Operative role, please apply online or call Alex on (phone number removed)
Aug 24, 2026
Contractor
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Multi Trade Operative to join a well-established contractor carrying out void property repairs and refurbishment works to social housing properties across the Nottingham area. This is an ongoing temporary role offering regular work with the opportunity to join a busy team delivering high-quality void property maintenance and refurbishment projects. The role involves working on void social housing properties across Nottingham, Derby and Leicester, carrying out a range of multi-trade repairs to prepare homes to a lettable standard. We welcome applications from Multi Skilled Operatives, Multi Traders, Property Maintenance Operatives, Void Operatives, Maintenance Technicians, Carpenter Multi Traders, Plumber Multi Traders, and Repairs Operatives with experience working within social housing or domestic property maintenance. Key Responsibilities: Carry out a variety of repairs across multiple trades, including basic carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, and painting & decorating Complete repairs to doors, frames, locks, kitchens, bathrooms, and internal fixtures and fittings Undertake patch plastering, wall repairs, and minor rendering where required Carry out basic plumbing repairs, including replacing taps, sinks, toilets, and pipework Complete minor carpentry works including hanging doors, fitting skirting boards, architraves, and kitchen repairs Carry out wall and floor tiling repairs as required Prepare surfaces and complete painting and decorating to achieve a high-quality finish Ensure all properties are completed to the required void standard within agreed timescales Work safely and effectively while maintaining a clean and tidy work area Complete all work in accordance with health and safety regulations and company standards Requirements: To have your own van To have your own tools Previous experience working as a Multi Trade Operative Experience across a range of trades including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, and decorating Previous experience working on social housing void properties is highly desirable Ability to work independently and manage your own workload Full UK driving licence Benefits: 22.50 per hour Mileage covered Ongoing, self-employed work Monday to Friday working Weekly pay (CIS payments available) Opportunity to secure long-term work with a reputable contractor If you're interested in this Multi Trade Operative role, please apply online or call Alex on (phone number removed)
We're currently recruiting on behalf of a reputable housing association in Manchester for an experienced Multi-Trade Plumber/Carpenter to join their maintenance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and dependable tradesperson to secure consistent, full-time work delivering high-quality repairs to social housing properties in the Manchester and surrounding region. Location: Manchester and surrounding Start Date: ASAP Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week 08:00 - 16:30 Duration: 2 Months (could be temp to perm for the right person) Pay Rate: 19 - 20 per hour (milage paid) Key Responsibilities: Conducting Planned maintenance in void properties Plumbing: Minor repairs to pipework, taps, toilets, and domestic systems Carpentry: Fitting Kitchens and bathrooms, Hanging doors, fitting skirting, architraves, and general woodwork Plastering: Patch repairs and making good Painting & Decorating: Internal finishing, including prep and touch-ups Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard with minimal disruption to tenants Requirements: Experience across plumbing , carpentry , plastering , and painting NVQ or trade qualification (level 2 minimum) Full manual UK driving licence Strong attention to detail and a professional approach Able to work safely and respectfully in tenanted properties Interested in working with a company with a great reputation and working in a role that will make a difference to peoples lives? Call Laura Trawford on (phone number removed) or email a copy of your CV to (url removed) INDPS
Aug 24, 2026
Seasonal
We're currently recruiting on behalf of a reputable housing association in Manchester for an experienced Multi-Trade Plumber/Carpenter to join their maintenance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and dependable tradesperson to secure consistent, full-time work delivering high-quality repairs to social housing properties in the Manchester and surrounding region. Location: Manchester and surrounding Start Date: ASAP Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week 08:00 - 16:30 Duration: 2 Months (could be temp to perm for the right person) Pay Rate: 19 - 20 per hour (milage paid) Key Responsibilities: Conducting Planned maintenance in void properties Plumbing: Minor repairs to pipework, taps, toilets, and domestic systems Carpentry: Fitting Kitchens and bathrooms, Hanging doors, fitting skirting, architraves, and general woodwork Plastering: Patch repairs and making good Painting & Decorating: Internal finishing, including prep and touch-ups Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard with minimal disruption to tenants Requirements: Experience across plumbing , carpentry , plastering , and painting NVQ or trade qualification (level 2 minimum) Full manual UK driving licence Strong attention to detail and a professional approach Able to work safely and respectfully in tenanted properties Interested in working with a company with a great reputation and working in a role that will make a difference to peoples lives? Call Laura Trawford on (phone number removed) or email a copy of your CV to (url removed) INDPS
Experienced and professional Multi-Trade Operative required to work with a leading and highly reputable Local Authority. My client required and experienced Carpenter to join their award-winning maintenance division on an on going temporary contract. Are you looking to work with a prestigious and well-known employer? Please see below details. Location: North-Northamptonshire Pay: 22.48 per hour (Paid weekly via umbrella) Hours: 37 Hours Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months Multiskilled Operative - Requirement Summary We require an experienced Multiskilled Operative (minimum 3 years' trade background) to deliver a high-pressure reactive service within occupied social housing. Only qualified, proven trades professionals - no DIY-level candidates. Key Requirements & Experience Strong multiskilled capability across a range of trade tasks: Carpentry, Plumbing, Tiling, Plastering, Bricklaying, Fencing, Flooring, Groundworks. Essential experience working in occupied social housing. Must be local to the area - company vehicle is provided strictly for work use (vehicles are tracked for lone working/H&S purposes as well as to prevent misuse of company property). Must be fully vetted; no returns of previous workers unless specifically requested by the client. Workload & Environment - Reactive responsive service: Standard repairs turnaround: 30 days Emergency callouts: 24 hours High-volume environment: Over 8,000-property and garage stock Approx. 1,500 reactive repairs per month 20,000 repairs completed last year Voids work: bringing properties to lettable standard, sometimes following extremely poor living conditions (e.g., hoarding, drug misuse). Contract & Hours Reviewed every 12 weeks; potential for rolling extensions Hours vary: 8am-4pm or 8:30am-5pm, with 3:30 finish Fridays (37 hours/week) Locations covered: Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough (Northamptonshire) Approximately 60 operatives on rota currently - requires reliability to support cover during holidays/sickness. INDPS
Aug 24, 2026
Contractor
Experienced and professional Multi-Trade Operative required to work with a leading and highly reputable Local Authority. My client required and experienced Carpenter to join their award-winning maintenance division on an on going temporary contract. Are you looking to work with a prestigious and well-known employer? Please see below details. Location: North-Northamptonshire Pay: 22.48 per hour (Paid weekly via umbrella) Hours: 37 Hours Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months Multiskilled Operative - Requirement Summary We require an experienced Multiskilled Operative (minimum 3 years' trade background) to deliver a high-pressure reactive service within occupied social housing. Only qualified, proven trades professionals - no DIY-level candidates. Key Requirements & Experience Strong multiskilled capability across a range of trade tasks: Carpentry, Plumbing, Tiling, Plastering, Bricklaying, Fencing, Flooring, Groundworks. Essential experience working in occupied social housing. Must be local to the area - company vehicle is provided strictly for work use (vehicles are tracked for lone working/H&S purposes as well as to prevent misuse of company property). Must be fully vetted; no returns of previous workers unless specifically requested by the client. Workload & Environment - Reactive responsive service: Standard repairs turnaround: 30 days Emergency callouts: 24 hours High-volume environment: Over 8,000-property and garage stock Approx. 1,500 reactive repairs per month 20,000 repairs completed last year Voids work: bringing properties to lettable standard, sometimes following extremely poor living conditions (e.g., hoarding, drug misuse). Contract & Hours Reviewed every 12 weeks; potential for rolling extensions Hours vary: 8am-4pm or 8:30am-5pm, with 3:30 finish Fridays (37 hours/week) Locations covered: Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough (Northamptonshire) Approximately 60 operatives on rota currently - requires reliability to support cover during holidays/sickness. INDPS
Job description: Join a growing team delivering essential maintenance services that keep communities safe and comfortable. About the Role We are looking for an experienced and reliable Carpenter / Multi-Trade Operative to join our growing team, delivering responsive repairs and planned maintenance within the social housing sector. The successful candidate will carry out high-quality carpentry work while also completing a range of general maintenance tasks to ensure properties are safe, well-maintained, and ready for tenants. Key Responsibilities: Carry out all aspects of first and second fix carpentry Install, repair, and replace doors, frames, skirting, kitchens, locks, flooring, and other timber products Complete multi-trade repairs including basic plumbing, tiling, patch plastering, painting, and minor decorating Diagnose maintenance issues and carry out effective repairs on occupied and void properties Deliver excellent customer service when working in tenants' homes Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company and industry standards Accurately complete job reports using a mobile device Requirements: Proven experience as a carpenter, ideally within social housing, property maintenance, or repairs Competent in a range of additional trades Full UK driving licence Good communication and customer service skills Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively Relevant trade qualifications are desirable but not essential with proven experience Ready to make a real difference in people's homes and communities
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
Job description: Join a growing team delivering essential maintenance services that keep communities safe and comfortable. About the Role We are looking for an experienced and reliable Carpenter / Multi-Trade Operative to join our growing team, delivering responsive repairs and planned maintenance within the social housing sector. The successful candidate will carry out high-quality carpentry work while also completing a range of general maintenance tasks to ensure properties are safe, well-maintained, and ready for tenants. Key Responsibilities: Carry out all aspects of first and second fix carpentry Install, repair, and replace doors, frames, skirting, kitchens, locks, flooring, and other timber products Complete multi-trade repairs including basic plumbing, tiling, patch plastering, painting, and minor decorating Diagnose maintenance issues and carry out effective repairs on occupied and void properties Deliver excellent customer service when working in tenants' homes Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company and industry standards Accurately complete job reports using a mobile device Requirements: Proven experience as a carpenter, ideally within social housing, property maintenance, or repairs Competent in a range of additional trades Full UK driving licence Good communication and customer service skills Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively Relevant trade qualifications are desirable but not essential with proven experience Ready to make a real difference in people's homes and communities
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Multi Trade Operative to join a well-established contractor carrying out property repairs and refurbishment works to social housing properties across the Cambridge area. This is an ongoing temporary role offering regular work with the opportunity to join a busy team delivering high-quality tennated and void property maintenance and refurbishment projects. The role involves working on social housing properties across Cambridgeshire, carrying out a range of multi-trade repairs to prepare homes to a lettable standard. We welcome applications from Multi Skilled Operatives, Multi Traders, Property Maintenance Operatives, Void Operatives, Maintenance Technicians, Carpenter Multi Traders, Plumber Multi Traders, and Repairs Operatives with experience working within social housing or domestic property maintenance. Key Responsibilities: Carry out a variety of repairs across multiple trades, including basic carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, and painting & decorating Complete repairs to doors, frames, locks, kitchens, bathrooms, and internal fixtures and fittings Undertake patch plastering, wall repairs, and minor rendering where required Carry out basic plumbing repairs, including replacing taps, sinks, toilets, and pipework Complete minor carpentry works including hanging doors, fitting skirting boards, architraves, and kitchen repairs Carry out wall and floor tiling repairs as required Prepare surfaces and complete painting and decorating to achieve a high-quality finish Ensure all properties are completed to the required void standard within agreed timescales Work safely and effectively while maintaining a clean and tidy work area Complete all work in accordance with health and safety regulations and company standards Requirements: To have your own van To have your own tools Previous experience working as a Multi Trade Operative Experience across a range of trades including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, and decorating Previous experience working on social housing void properties is highly desirable Ability to work independently and manage your own workload Full UK driving licence Benefits: 22.50 per hour Mileage covered Ongoing, self-employed work Monday to Friday working Weekly pay (CIS payments available) Opportunity to secure long-term work with a reputable contractor If you're interested in this Multi Trade Operative role, please apply online or call Alex on (phone number removed)
Aug 24, 2026
Contractor
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Multi Trade Operative to join a well-established contractor carrying out property repairs and refurbishment works to social housing properties across the Cambridge area. This is an ongoing temporary role offering regular work with the opportunity to join a busy team delivering high-quality tennated and void property maintenance and refurbishment projects. The role involves working on social housing properties across Cambridgeshire, carrying out a range of multi-trade repairs to prepare homes to a lettable standard. We welcome applications from Multi Skilled Operatives, Multi Traders, Property Maintenance Operatives, Void Operatives, Maintenance Technicians, Carpenter Multi Traders, Plumber Multi Traders, and Repairs Operatives with experience working within social housing or domestic property maintenance. Key Responsibilities: Carry out a variety of repairs across multiple trades, including basic carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, and painting & decorating Complete repairs to doors, frames, locks, kitchens, bathrooms, and internal fixtures and fittings Undertake patch plastering, wall repairs, and minor rendering where required Carry out basic plumbing repairs, including replacing taps, sinks, toilets, and pipework Complete minor carpentry works including hanging doors, fitting skirting boards, architraves, and kitchen repairs Carry out wall and floor tiling repairs as required Prepare surfaces and complete painting and decorating to achieve a high-quality finish Ensure all properties are completed to the required void standard within agreed timescales Work safely and effectively while maintaining a clean and tidy work area Complete all work in accordance with health and safety regulations and company standards Requirements: To have your own van To have your own tools Previous experience working as a Multi Trade Operative Experience across a range of trades including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, and decorating Previous experience working on social housing void properties is highly desirable Ability to work independently and manage your own workload Full UK driving licence Benefits: 22.50 per hour Mileage covered Ongoing, self-employed work Monday to Friday working Weekly pay (CIS payments available) Opportunity to secure long-term work with a reputable contractor If you're interested in this Multi Trade Operative role, please apply online or call Alex on (phone number removed)
Plumber Multi Trader Temp to perm West London - Kensington & Chelsea £27.64 an hour van & fuel card provided Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment - from executive to operative level. With offices in London, Manchester and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales. We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently working with a Housing Association, who are looking for a carpenter multi trader based in Romford . Day to Day for carpenter multi trader: Carrying out repairs and maintenance Working in domestic properties All aspects of plumbing maintenance works Some multi skilled experience is required for this position Qualifications are desired Benefits for carpenter multi trader: Van fuel card provided Weekly pay Potential to go permanent after temp period Options for overtime/call out Please apply or contact Harry Staines at Build Recruitment for further details. We'll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We'll also take references and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK. We work with a wide variety of clients in the public and private sector, and we will work with you to identify clients in which your skills, experience and personality will fit. Once we submit you for a role you will receive support and regular communication throughout the interview process. From there our commitment to you is all about being your career partner. We'll identify suitable jobs, provide support, and career guidance and even provide regular salary benchmarking. The ideal candidate for this position would have experience as a multi trader or carpenter or joiner or UPVC specialist or plumber or plumber multi trader or plasterer or plasterer multi trader or multi trade operative or multi skilled operative or maintenance operative or handyman with experience in social housing or housing associations or domestic properties or council properties or MOD (Minstry of defense)
Aug 23, 2026
Seasonal
Plumber Multi Trader Temp to perm West London - Kensington & Chelsea £27.64 an hour van & fuel card provided Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment - from executive to operative level. With offices in London, Manchester and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales. We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently working with a Housing Association, who are looking for a carpenter multi trader based in Romford . Day to Day for carpenter multi trader: Carrying out repairs and maintenance Working in domestic properties All aspects of plumbing maintenance works Some multi skilled experience is required for this position Qualifications are desired Benefits for carpenter multi trader: Van fuel card provided Weekly pay Potential to go permanent after temp period Options for overtime/call out Please apply or contact Harry Staines at Build Recruitment for further details. We'll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We'll also take references and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK. We work with a wide variety of clients in the public and private sector, and we will work with you to identify clients in which your skills, experience and personality will fit. Once we submit you for a role you will receive support and regular communication throughout the interview process. From there our commitment to you is all about being your career partner. We'll identify suitable jobs, provide support, and career guidance and even provide regular salary benchmarking. The ideal candidate for this position would have experience as a multi trader or carpenter or joiner or UPVC specialist or plumber or plumber multi trader or plasterer or plasterer multi trader or multi trade operative or multi skilled operative or maintenance operative or handyman with experience in social housing or housing associations or domestic properties or council properties or MOD (Minstry of defense)
Carpenter Multi Trader Temp to perm Kensington & Chelsea £27.64 an hour van & fuel card provided Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment - from executive to operative level. With offices in London, Manchester and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales. We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently working with a Housing Association, who are looking for a carpenter multi trader based in Romford . Day to Day for carpenter multi trader: Carrying out repairs and maintenance Working in domestic properties All aspects of carpentry from door hanging, fitting locks, gaining entrance to properties, skirting & architraves, kitchen unit, bath panels, etc. Some multi skilled experience is required for this position Qualifications are desired Benefits for carpenter multi trader: Van fuel card provided Weekly pay Potential to go permanent after temp period Options for overtime/call out Please apply or contact Harry Staines at Build Recruitment for further details. We'll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We'll also take references and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK. We work with a wide variety of clients in the public and private sector, and we will work with you to identify clients in which your skills, experience and personality will fit. Once we submit you for a role you will receive support and regular communication throughout the interview process. From there our commitment to you is all about being your career partner. We'll identify suitable jobs, provide support, and career guidance and even provide regular salary benchmarking. The ideal candidate for this position would have experience as a multi trader or carpenter or joiner or UPVC specialist or plumber or plumber multi trader or plasterer or plasterer multi trader or multi trade operative or multi skilled operative or maintenance operative or handyman with experience in social housing or housing associations or domestic properties or council properties or MOD (Minstry of defense)
Aug 23, 2026
Seasonal
Carpenter Multi Trader Temp to perm Kensington & Chelsea £27.64 an hour van & fuel card provided Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment - from executive to operative level. With offices in London, Manchester and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales. We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently working with a Housing Association, who are looking for a carpenter multi trader based in Romford . Day to Day for carpenter multi trader: Carrying out repairs and maintenance Working in domestic properties All aspects of carpentry from door hanging, fitting locks, gaining entrance to properties, skirting & architraves, kitchen unit, bath panels, etc. Some multi skilled experience is required for this position Qualifications are desired Benefits for carpenter multi trader: Van fuel card provided Weekly pay Potential to go permanent after temp period Options for overtime/call out Please apply or contact Harry Staines at Build Recruitment for further details. We'll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We'll also take references and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK. We work with a wide variety of clients in the public and private sector, and we will work with you to identify clients in which your skills, experience and personality will fit. Once we submit you for a role you will receive support and regular communication throughout the interview process. From there our commitment to you is all about being your career partner. We'll identify suitable jobs, provide support, and career guidance and even provide regular salary benchmarking. The ideal candidate for this position would have experience as a multi trader or carpenter or joiner or UPVC specialist or plumber or plumber multi trader or plasterer or plasterer multi trader or multi trade operative or multi skilled operative or maintenance operative or handyman with experience in social housing or housing associations or domestic properties or council properties or MOD (Minstry of defense)
We're currently recruiting on behalf of a reputable housing association in the Baasildon and Rochford regions for an experienced Multi-Trade Plumber/Carpenter to join their maintenance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and dependable tradesperson to secure consistent, full-time work delivering high-quality repairs to social housing properties in the Basildon, Rochford and surrounding regions. Location: Basildon, Rochford and surrounding Start Date : ASAP Hours : 08.00 - 16.30 Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week Duration : Temp to perm Pay Rate : 20 - 21 per hour depending on experience (Van provided) Key Responsibilities: Conducting planned maintenance in void properties Kitchen and Bathroom fitting Plumbing: Minor repairs to pipework, taps, toilets, and domestic systems Carpentry: Hanging doors, fitting skirting, architraves, and general woodwork Plastering : Patch repairs and making good Painting & Decorating : Internal finishing, including prep and touch-ups Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard with minimal disruption to tenants Requirements: Experience across plumbing, carpentry, patch plastering, and painting NVQ or trade qualifications (Level 2 min) Full manual UK driving licence Strong attention to detail and a professional approach Able to work safely and respectfully within properties Interested in working with a company with a great reputation and working in a role that will make a difference to peoples lives? Call Laura Trawford on (phone number removed) or email a copy of your CV to (url removed) INDPS
Aug 23, 2026
Seasonal
We're currently recruiting on behalf of a reputable housing association in the Baasildon and Rochford regions for an experienced Multi-Trade Plumber/Carpenter to join their maintenance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and dependable tradesperson to secure consistent, full-time work delivering high-quality repairs to social housing properties in the Basildon, Rochford and surrounding regions. Location: Basildon, Rochford and surrounding Start Date : ASAP Hours : 08.00 - 16.30 Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week Duration : Temp to perm Pay Rate : 20 - 21 per hour depending on experience (Van provided) Key Responsibilities: Conducting planned maintenance in void properties Kitchen and Bathroom fitting Plumbing: Minor repairs to pipework, taps, toilets, and domestic systems Carpentry: Hanging doors, fitting skirting, architraves, and general woodwork Plastering : Patch repairs and making good Painting & Decorating : Internal finishing, including prep and touch-ups Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard with minimal disruption to tenants Requirements: Experience across plumbing, carpentry, patch plastering, and painting NVQ or trade qualifications (Level 2 min) Full manual UK driving licence Strong attention to detail and a professional approach Able to work safely and respectfully within properties Interested in working with a company with a great reputation and working in a role that will make a difference to peoples lives? Call Laura Trawford on (phone number removed) or email a copy of your CV to (url removed) INDPS
Job Overview: Due to our planned expansion and new projects we are looking for the following trades to join our established construction team. Our work is mainly on large extensions to private houses/new builds of individual properties and refurbishment of existing/older properties. All our projects new and existing, are mainly within the Cardiff Area. The position can be on the books with usual perks of paid holidays, bank holidays and pension, or on a self employed basis. Employment packages can be negotiated for the right trades people. - Brick Layer with associated trade knowledge or working with other trades. Are able to work and read drawings and supervising other trades. Salary starting from 22.50 per hour to 25.00 per hour depending on experience and proven track record. - Carpenter/Joiner with a proven trade record ideally with experience of supervising other trades, however not essential. Salary 21.00 per hour to 25.00 per hour. - Multi Trades/Carpenter/Brick Layer/Plasterer Salary 19.00 per hour to 23.00 per hour depending on experience. All applicants must have own transport and tools, immediate start.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Job Overview: Due to our planned expansion and new projects we are looking for the following trades to join our established construction team. Our work is mainly on large extensions to private houses/new builds of individual properties and refurbishment of existing/older properties. All our projects new and existing, are mainly within the Cardiff Area. The position can be on the books with usual perks of paid holidays, bank holidays and pension, or on a self employed basis. Employment packages can be negotiated for the right trades people. - Brick Layer with associated trade knowledge or working with other trades. Are able to work and read drawings and supervising other trades. Salary starting from 22.50 per hour to 25.00 per hour depending on experience and proven track record. - Carpenter/Joiner with a proven trade record ideally with experience of supervising other trades, however not essential. Salary 21.00 per hour to 25.00 per hour. - Multi Trades/Carpenter/Brick Layer/Plasterer Salary 19.00 per hour to 23.00 per hour depending on experience. All applicants must have own transport and tools, immediate start.
