Here at Fortem, we're currently recruiting for a Floor Layer to join our Stonewater Housing team, covering Chippenham, Bath, Bristol, and the surrounding areas. This is a permanent, full-time position on a social housing contract.
You will be covering a patch around Stratford Upon Avon and surrounding areas, so travel is essential.
The Client
Our contract with Stonewater is long-term, with the option to extend the partnership. We cover over 7,500 houses across four areas of the South-West, including Taunton, Yeovil, Bristol, Swindon, Salisbury, and Bournemouth. We deliver Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Capital Works, and an Electrical Service program. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service, supported by a senior leadership team with extensive sector experience, which can help you develop your skills and knowledge.
Duties & Responsibilities
As a Floor Layer, you will ensure all work is completed to a high standard with minimal supervision. You will take ownership of your work, aiming for 'First Time Fix' on all jobs, operating within health and safety guidelines, and adhering to budget and time constraints. You will be courteous and professional around tenants. Your role involves carrying out flooring maintenance, including laying vinyl flooring, with experience in cap and cove, and knowledge of wet rooms.
What You Will Need
Essential criteria:
* NVQ/City & Guilds qualifications or equivalent / or qualified by experience
* Vinyl floor laying experience, including cap and cove, and knowledge of wet rooms
* Full UK driving license (max 5 points)
Desirable:
* Social Housing experience
Additional benefits include:
* Company van for work and fuel card
* Eligible for up to 5% bonus
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off (total 34 days)
* Annual pay review
* 26 weeks full pay maternity leave
* 8 weeks full pay paternity leave
* Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms
* Up to £3,000 colleague referral fee
* Access to extensive training via our bespoke Learning Management System
* Other benefits: private pension, life insurance, dental care, private healthcare, cycle-to-work scheme, mobile phone discounts, and more.
Who We Are
Part of the Willmott Dixon group since 2002, Fortem provides specialist property solutions to ensure homes and buildings operate smoothly. Our teams deliver internal and external repairs, high-quality voids, planned installations, and gas services. We also have extensive experience in decarbonisation, focusing on making homes more energy-efficient and supporting clients' journey to zero carbon.
Our commitment to best practices and quality, along with a partnered approach, helps us deliver excellent outcomes for our partners, clients, and customers. We are an Investors in People - Gold employer, promoting equality, diversity, and respect for all, and encourage applications from all community sectors.
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