Basildon, Essex
Company Van Provided (Work Use Only)
Join a Leading Property Services ProviderWe are currently recruiting for a Carpenter to join our growing team delivering responsive repairs and maintenance across social housing properties in Basildon and surrounding areas.
If you’re looking for stability, career progression, strong benefits and consistent local work — this is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and respected organisation.
The RoleAs a Carpenter, you will:
Carry out responsive Carpentry repairs within occupied and void social housing properties
Complete multi-skilled works outside your core trade including basic building works, drainage and minor groundworks
Diagnose faults efficiently and deliver right-first-time solutions
Use a handheld device (PDA) to receive, manage and complete jobs (full training provided)
Deliver excellent customer service while working in residents’ homes
Work safely and in line with current Health & Safety regulations
You will also participate in an out-of-hours rota, providing additional earning potential.
What We’re Looking ForWe’re seeking plumbers who are:
Experienced in responsive repairs and maintenance
Confident working in social or local authority housing
Comfortable working independently and managing daily workloads
Professional, reliable and customer-focused
Able to multi-skill across minor building and drainage works
Strong in Health & Safety awareness
You must be willing to work in all weather conditions and use small hand tools safely and effectively.
Essential Qualifications
City & Guilds Craft or Level 2 in Carpentry (or equivalent)
JIB-PMES CSCS Card (Blue) or working towards
Full UK Driving Licence (minimum 12 months held)
What’s In It For You?We offer a competitive package including:
Company van (work use only)
Profit Share Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
26 days annual leave bank holidays
Enhanced pension plan
Westfield Healthcare Cash Plan (24hr GP, dental, optical, physio & more)
Life assurance & accident cover
Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
Retail discounts & voucher schemes
Buy & sell holiday scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
2 paid volunteering days per year
Ongoing learning & development opportunities
Extensive wellbeing support including EAP
Loyalty & values awards
Company uniform provided
Salary description
£34000.00 - £45000.00 per year