Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Location: Havering-atte-Bower

About Us

Axis Europe, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist with 55+ years’ experience, employing over 1,500 people and supporting 250+ clients across the UK. We deliver repairs, planned maintenance, refurbishment, compliance and fire safety, combining local, responsive teams with the scale and stability of a national group.

This role supports our long-term partnership with Notting Hill Genesis (NHG), one of London’s largest housing providers. We deliver reactive, planned and disrepair works across thousands of homes, keeping properties safe, comfortable and well-maintained, using modern digital systems to keep work flowing smoothly.

The Role

We’re looking for a skilled Carpenter / Multi-Trade Operative to join our NHG team.

You’ll bring strong carpentry and fire-door maintenance experience, while also carrying out locksmithing and glazing tasks to maintain residents’ safety, security, and comfort.

You’ll take pride in delivering a professional, resident-focused service with a focus on first-time fixes and high-quality workmanship.

What You’ll Do

Carry out all aspects of carpentry, including door hanging, skirting, architraves, kitchen fitting, and flooring.

Deliver fire-door maintenance, repairs, and fire-stopping works to a high standard.

Support wider multi-trade repairs, including:

Patch plastering and making good

Wall and floor tiling

Basic plumbing and drainage tasks

Painting and decorating to a professional finish

Undertaking locksmithing tasks, including:
Lock installation, replacement and repair across domestic doors and communal entrances

Carry out glazing works, including:
Glass repairs and replacements, and sealing and finishing to professional standards

Record work accurately in real time via the Axis mobile app.

Collaborate with supervisors, planners, and admin teams to keep delivery smooth and efficient.

Complete risk assessments and follow Health & Safety procedures at all times.

Support apprentices and uphold Axis’s high standards of customer service.

Work across occupied residential properties and be available to participate in out-of-hours support or emergency callout rota when required.

About You

You’re a reliable, adaptable tradesperson with a solid carpentry background and well-rounded multi-trade skills.

You’re confident carrying out locksmithing and glazing tasks, communicate clearly, and take pride in your work.

You deliver a service residents can trust, helping to keep homes across the NHG portfolio safe, secure, and well-presented.

Requirements

NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent)

Experience in Fire-Door Maintenance and Fire Protection works

Competence in locksmithing and/or glazing repairs (training can be provided)

Strong multi-trade skills (plastering, tiling, basic plumbing, decorating)

Valid CSCS card and Working at Heights / PASMA certification (desirable)

Full UK driving licence and well-maintained tool kit

Knowledge of social-housing repairs & maintenance

Strong Health & Safety awareness and attention to detail

What We Offer

Competitive annual salary

Company van and fuel card for work purposes

23 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Up to £2,000 colleague referral fee

Long-service awards at key milestones

Perkbox – discounts on coffee, cinema, travel and wellbeing

1 paid volunteer day each year

Ongoing training, support and progression – Axis promotes from within

Our Commitment

Many faces, One Axis .We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion across all teams and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Adjustments will be made where needed.

Apply Now

If you’re a Carpenter Multi who takes pride in quality workmanship and values making a real impact in residents’ homes, we’d love to hear from you