Carpenter Multi-Trader

Overview

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Carpenter / Multi-Trade Operative to join a busy social housing maintenance team covering Croydon, Bexley, Southwark, Lewisham, and Greenwich. This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity offering long-term work, a company van, fuel card, and the chance to secure a permanent position.

• Carry out all aspects of carpentry, including door hanging, fire doors, skirting boards, architraves, kitchen repairs, flooring, and general first and second‑fix carpentry.
• Complete fire door maintenance, repairs, adjustments and associated fire‑stopping works.
• Carrying out locksmithing duties – lock repairs, replacements, and installations to domestic and communal entrance doors.
• Carry out glazing repairs, glass replacements, resealing and finishing works.
• Complete associated multi‑trade repairs: patch plastering and making good, wall and floor tiling, basic plumbing and drainage repairs, painting and decorating.
• Accurately update and close jobs using a PDA or mobile device.
• Work closely with supervisors and planners to ensure repairs are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Complete dynamic risk assessments and adhere to all health and safety procedures.
• Deliver excellent customer service while working within occupied social housing properties.
• Participate in out‑of‑hours call‑out and emergency works when required.

• NVQ Level3 or City & Guilds in Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent).
• Experience carrying out fire door maintenance and repairs.
• Experience with locksmithing and glazing repairs is advantageous.
• Strong multi‑trade skills, including plastering, tiling, basic plumbing, and decorating.
• Previous experience working within social housing, housing associations or council properties.
• Full UK driving licence.
• CSCS card (preferred).Strong health and safety awareness and attention to detail.

• £23.90 per hour (CIS).
• Temp‑to‑perm opportunity.
• Company van and fuel card provided.
• Work covering Croydon, Bexley, Southwark, Lewisham and Greenwich.
• Long‑term work with opportunities for permanent employment and career progression.

To find out more or to apply, please send your CV today or get in touch for further information.