Department: Fire & Flood
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Epping
Reporting To: James Jenkins
Compensation: £38,000 / year
Description
Contract: Permanent
Location: Epping
Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum
About Us
SEED Environmental is one of the UK's leading providers of intelligent environmental and property incident response, remediation and restoration services for our insurance, commercial and public sector clients. We adopt an "Intelligent Solutions" approach, assessing and analysing every incident on its merits before implementing a unique response.
As part of the Celnor Group, we maintain a family culture where everyone is welcoming, helpful, and open to ideas. We value giving people a voice and creating an environment where colleagues can thrive and develop their careers.
About The Role
We are seeking a skilled Carpenter/Kitchen Fitter to join our Fire & Flood restoration team in Epping. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality joinery and carpentry work in domestic properties that have been affected by fire, flood, or other insured damage. You'll play a crucial role in restoring homes to their pre-loss condition, working in both occupied and unoccupied properties while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform all aspects of first and second fix carpentry, including replacing damaged floors, joists, doors, skirting boards, staircases, and cabinetry
* Install kitchens, door frames, and stud partitions to insurance specifications
* Conduct general building tasks including stripping out fire/flood damaged areas
* Remove damaged materials and prepare areas for reinstatement
* Collaborate closely with other trades including plasterers, electricians, decorators, and plumbers
* Ensure all work meets high quality, safety, and industry standards
* Follow health and safety protocols, including proper use of PPE and COSHH requirements
* Maintain a clean, tidy, and respectful working environment within clients' homes
* Communicate empathetically and professionally with homeowners during what can be a stressful time
* Keep accurate records including timesheets, job records reports, and before/after photos
* Occasionally attend emergency call-outs or strip-out works
* Attend training sessions, toolbox talks, and team meetings as required
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Essential Requirements
* NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Carpentry and Joinery (or equivalent experience/time served)
* Proven experience in domestic repair and refurbishment works
* Good knowledge of general building techniques
* Full UK driving licence
* Strong communication and customer service skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable
* Experience in insurance restoration work
* Understanding of fire and flood damage repair processes
* Flexibility to work away from home when required
Job Benefits
We offer a competitive salary of up to £38,000 per annum and provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:
* Holiday entitlement increasing with service (up to 25 days plus bank holidays)
* Company pension scheme
* Life insurance (2x annual salary)
* Company van with fuel card
* Enhanced sick pay and employee assistance programme
* Overtime rates and meal allowances for away work
SEED Environmental is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you're the right fit for this role.