Carpenter

Carpenter  Council / Social Housing Properties
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Carpenter to carry out responsive and planned maintenance works across council and social housing properties. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality carpentry repairs and installations while providing excellent customer service to tenants.
Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of carpentry works within occupied and void council and social housing properties
• Install, repair, and maintain:
  
  • Doors, frames, locks, and ironmongery
  • Skirting boards, architraves, kitchens, cupboards, and shelving
  • Flooring, fencing, and minor roofing works
• Undertake reactive repairs, planned maintenance, and refurbishment works
• Work to drawings, job tickets, and specifications
• Ensure all work complies with health & safety regulations and council standards
• Maintain a clean, safe, and tidy working environment
• Communicate effectively with tenants, supervisors, and office staff
• Accurately complete job sheets and reports using handheld devices or paperwork
• Identify and report any additional repair needs or safeguarding concerns

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Carpentry or equivalent qualification
• Proven experience working within council, local authority, or social housing environments
• Strong knowledge of repairs and maintenance in domestic properties
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Good customer service and communication skills
• Knowledge of health & safety and safe working practices

Desirable

• Experience working in occupied homes
• Multi-skilled trade experience
• Asbestos awareness (training provided if required)
• CSCS card