Carpenter Carpenters Are you looking to develop an interesting and rewarding career in an ambitious city? Are you, highly motivated, professional and friendly? Southampton City Council’s Housing Operations team are looking for 4 skilled and motivated Carpenters to join our dedicated Voids Maintenance Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced trade professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality work, providing excellent customer service, and representing the Council as a Contractor of Choice. Southampton is a city of opportunity. Can you help us deliver the vision for the entire city, ensuring we leave a positive legacy for future generations? About The Role: As a Carpenter within our Housing Operations service, you’ll play a key role in maintaining a safe, high-quality environment for residents across a range of domestic and commercial settings. You will: Carry out a wide variety of first and second fix carpentry, construction and maintenance tasks including UPVC installation and maintenance Diagnose faults, assess required works and complete repairs efficiently Work across multiple sites, responding to jobs with professionalism and precision Adapt to carry out basic tasks in additional trade areas (e.g. plastering, tiling, decorating, plumbing) Use Council issued IT systems, tools and vehicles in line with policy Ensure a safe working environment, following all Health & Safety requirements Support apprentices and trainees when required This role requires someone who can work both independently and as part of a wider operational team. About You: The following experience and knowledge is a must: A recognised Level 3 apprenticeship or qualification in Wood Occupations (or equivalent) At least 3 years’ experience in domestic and/or commercial construction and maintenance Strong multi trade ability (e.g. tiling, plastering, minor plumbing, brickwork) Excellent problem solving skills and ability to diagnose and resolve faults Good communication skills, with the ability to work sensitively in occupied homes A methodical, accurate and safety focused approach to your work Good fitness level and ability to work at height using ladders, access equipment or scaffolds Full, valid UK driving licence Ability to use IT and mobile devices for job management and communication required to undergo a DBS check as part of the pre-employment checks. As the work is varied a flexible approach is required to meet changing needs and tight deadlines. Excellent customer service skills, enthusiasm, and a ‘can do’ attitude is essential as you’ll be our ambassador when speaking to customers and suppliers. You will work collaboratively with peers and colleagues on a daily basis so professionalism, communication and customer focus will be essential to the role. Organisational, customer service, time management and high level of competency in using IT systems are key to this role. You will need to be able to remain calm and unflustered when working under pressure and/or faced with confrontation. About Us: You’ll be part of a committed team working to improve the homes and lives of residents across the city. We offer: A supportive working environment Opportunities for professional development Job stability and clear operational standards The chance to make a meaningful impact in the community We want Southampton to be a modern city, amongst the best places to grow up, live and work in and we are committed to tackling inequality and to creating a city that is greener, fairer and healthier. About Southampton: Our city is easy to travel around on foot, bike and public transport We have a fantastic range of retail outlets, restaurants, bars, cinemas and theatres. Our city has award-winning parks and open spaces with the New Forest National Park and beautiful beaches on our doorstep We have one of the major ports in the UK operating 364 days a year. Why work for us? You can be confident of a rewarding career, with a competitive salary, job security and a wide range of employee benefits including generous annual leave and career progression opportunities in return for your dedication to bettering the lives of Southampton’s residents. We’ll provide: Access to the Hampshire Local Government Pension Scheme Interest free travel loans and discounts. Employee Support Services. Employer pension contributions Maternity/Paternity/Adoption leave You will work a 39-hour week, and your basic leave entitlement is 26 days annual leave per year (not including bank holidays), with an additional 12 days TOIL [Time Off in Lieu] giving a total balance of 38 days leave. The basic leave level of 26 days leave increases to 29 days after you have completed 5 years of continuous service. Other employee benefits range from childcare vouchers and discounted travel to money off at selected restaurants, shops and salons. F or further information on our benefits package please visit: Employee benefits (southampton.gov.uk) If you’d like to be part of our team and our city, apply today! If you need more information or wish to discuss this position, please contact Debbie van Coller on debbie.vancoller@southampton.gov.uk or 44 23 8083 2237 Recruitment contact details: Email: recruitment@southampton.gov.uk Tel: 023 8083 4033 For more information about SCC please visit Southampton City Council Follow us on social media for regular updates on our featured jobs and latest news. Facebook YouTube