Job Description

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

RequirementsTo 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 & Joinery

However, 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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