Multi Skilled Carpenter​/Joiner

Overview

Your new company Our client is a leading housing association, committed to providing safe, affordable, and high-quality homes for its communities. With a strong focus on sustainability, community engagement, and resident wellbeing, they strive to make a positive impact on the lives of those they serve. The dedicated team works collaboratively to create inclusive and thriving neighbourhoods where everyone can flourish.

We are seeking two multi-skilled joiner/carpeters in Swindon and surrounding areas to deliver high-quality repair and maintenance services that support our mission of providing safe and affordable homes.

• Deliver high standards of joinery work and carry out secondary trade activities (plastering, basic plumbing, etc.) to meet first‑time fix KPIs.
• Provide outstanding customer service and support operational performance targets.
• Accurately record and report operational activities following company and legislative procedures.
• Assess risks before work and follow strict health and safety measures.
• Maintain the condition and appearance of the company vehicle and keep accurate van stock records.
• Ensure all tools, equipment and plant machinery are maintained, certificated, and defects reported promptly.
• Follow safeguarding procedures carefully, identifying and reporting any concerns related to customer safety.
• Comply with legislation, company policies and procedures; report near‑misses and RIDDOR accidents accurately.
• Meet or exceed KPIs for first‑time fix repairs and achieve key performance and productivity goals.
• Improve customer satisfaction through reliable and professional service delivery.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and external partners to resolve operational challenges.
• Complete works within budget and business requirements.

• Hold an NVQ Level 3 (City & Guilds) in Joinery or Carpentry and have at least 2 years’ experience in this trade.
• Hold competence in an additional trade.
• Strong communication skills and ability to demonstrate competency within joinery/carpetry trade.
• Proven ability to work methodically, follow agreed procedures and accurately record data and information.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and demonstrate organisational and time‑management skills.
• Capability to make decisions, solve problems and seek advice when required.
• Physically able to carry out tasks and lift weights in accordance with health and safety guidelines.
• Desirable:
  Experience of working within the social housing sector.

Hours – Full‑time:
Mon–Thurs 08:00‑16:30 / Fri 08:00‑15:30
Salary – £36,838 per annum. Out‑of‑hours rota: £525 per week on call (1 in
4).

Location – Mobile within Swindon and surrounding area. Ideal candidate must live within 20 miles of Swindon.

• 27 days holiday (Bank Holidays + option to buy Extra Holidays, allowance increases with length of service)
• Company vehicle and fuel card for business use
• Healthcare Cashback Plan
• Pension Contributions – up to 9% matching contributions
• Life Assurance – 3 × policy
• Employee Assistance Programme (face‑to‑face counselling, stress helpline, tax, fitness and childcare advice)

A benefit scheme which pulls together a range of special offers and great deals, enabling savings on everyday shopping, fashion, electronics, travel, leisure and days out.

If you’re interested in this role, click “apply now” to forward an up‑to‑date CV, or call us immediately.