Carpenter

Islington, London
Skilled Careers

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Carpenter Multi-Trade Operative to join our growing repairs and maintenance team, delivering high-quality work across our social housing properties.

The successful candidate will carry out a wide range of responsive repairs, planned maintenance, and void property works, ensuring all jobs are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard while providing excellent customer service to our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out all aspects of first and second fix carpentry.
• Complete multi-trade repairs including basic:
  • Plumbing
  • Tiling
  • Plastering
  • Painting and decorating
  • Patch repairs
• Repair and install doors, frames, skirting, kitchens, locks, flooring, and other carpentry elements.
• Undertake responsive repairs, planned works, and void property refurbishments.
• Diagnose faults and identify the most effective repair solutions.
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations.
• Complete job reports accurately using handheld devices.
• Deliver excellent customer service while working in occupied homes.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in Carpentry (or time-served experience).
• Proven experience working within social housing repairs and maintenance.
• Strong carpentry skills with experience across multiple trades.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Desirable:

• Experience using PDA/mobile job management systems.
• Asbestos awareness training.
• Health & Safety qualifications.
• Experience working within responsive maintenance contracts.