Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Carpenter - Bedfordshire - £35,000-£36,000 per year

A Carpenter is required for a permanent Social Housing position covering Bedfordshire, offering a salary of £35,000-£36,000 per year plus 25 days annual leave and bank holidays. Join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of work, excellent job stability and long-term career progression opportunities.

• Carrying out responsive repairs and planned maintenance within occupied Social Housing properties across Bedfordshire.
• Completing a range of carpentry repairs, including doors, door frames, skirting boards, architraves, locks, kitchen units and other internal woodwork.
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs efficiently, aiming for first-time fixes and maintaining high standards of workmanship.
• Undertaking general property maintenance and minor multi-trade repairs where required.
• Providing excellent customer service to tenants, ensuring minimal disruption and a professional approach at all times.
• Managing daily workloads effectively and ensuring all work is completed safely and within agreed timescales.
• Working closely with supervisors and planners to deliver a high-quality maintenance service across the Bedfordshire area.

• Experienced Carpenter with a background in Social Housing, housing maintenance or property services.
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Carpentry and Joinery, or an equivalent qualification, is desirable.
• Competent in carrying out a range of carpentry repairs and maintenance tasks within occupied properties.
• Additional multi-trade skills, including basic patch plastering, tiling, painting and decorating, are advantageous.
• Full UK Driving Licence essential for travelling across Bedfordshire.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and deliver high-quality workmanship.
• Good knowledge of health and safety procedures and safe working practices.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Carpenter to join a respected Social Housing contractor, offering a permanent position, £35,000-£36,000 annual salary and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with genuine opportunities for long-term career development within a stable and growing organisation.