Floor Layer - GLA

Company: GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL AND ARMS LENGTH ORGANISATION

City Building provides a range of repairs and maintenance, manufacturing, construction and refurbishment activities for Glasgow City Council and Wheatley Housing Group's citizens and customers as well as other public, private and third sector organisations.

City Building operates both the largest construction craft apprenticeship programme in Scotland, and Royal Strathclyde Blindcraft Industries (RSBi), one of the largest supported manufacturing businesses in Europe, around 200 people, more than 50% of whom have a disability.

Our accreditations include, ISO
45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001:2015. We currently hold Investors in Young People Platinum award, an award we are immensely proud of as it recognises our focus on investing in and growing a skilled staff base.

• You’ll enjoy a competitive salary, excellent annual leave, and access to the Strathclyde Pension Fund.
• You will also benefit from wellbeing initiatives and discounted gym membership, supporting a positive and healthy work life balance.

The Floor Layer is a valued member of the team our Investment Section, delivering a wide range of flooring works across domestic and non-domestic properties.

This hands-on role involves all aspects of floor laying, including floor preparation, screeding, making good, and the installation of carpet, vinyl, and associated flooring products.

Working both independently and as part of a multi-trade team, you will be responsible for measuring and specifying flooring requirements, preparing materials efficiently, and completing installations to a high professional standard within occupied and void properties.

You will ensure all work is carried out safely, in line with current legislation, building standards, and organisational procedures.

This role requires a strong customer focus, as you will regularly work in tenants' homes and other occupied environments. You will be expected to maintain high standards of workmanship, professionalism, and customer service while contributing to the delivery of quality investment programmes.

Flexibility is important, as you may be required to work across different locations and support other areas of the service to meet operational needs.

• You will be a fully qualified and experienced Floor Layer with strong knowledge of installing a wide range of flooring products and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship.
• You will have a customer-focused approach, experience working to tight deadlines, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• You will bring a strong awareness of health and safety requirements, a commitment to delivering excellent service, and the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and operational needs.
• A full driving licence is essential, along with a professional attitude, a willingness to embrace new ways of working, and a commitment to your own ongoing development.

Please refer to the role profile for more information.

GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL AND ARMS LENGTH ORGANISATION