The Vacancy We are seeking a skilled and reliable Carpenter to join our responsive maintenance team, delivering high-quality repairs and improvements across social housing properties in Redditch. Key Responsibilities Carry out day-to-day carpentry repairs, maintenance, and minor installations in occupied and void properties. Ensure all work is completed to a high standard, meeting health and safety regulations. Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies. Work independently and as part of a team to meet service targets. ✅ Requirements NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Carpentry. Full UK driving licence. Proven experience in domestic maintenance, ideally within social housing. Strong problem-solving skills and a customer-focused approach. Ability to use handheld technology for job management. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Company vehicle and fuel card. Ongoing training and development. Supportive team environment. Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK’s leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment. We are driven by our purpose, ‘reimagining places for people to thrive’ and our three promises: Thriving places – working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Thriving planet – protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners. Thriving people – creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in and treated with care. We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.