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Multi-skilled carpenter (Response team), Melksham
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Client:
Selwood Housing Society Limited
Location:
Melksham, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
3
Posted:
16.07.2025
Expiry Date:
30.08.2025
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Job Description:
You know your craft - now use it where it counts.
Great at fixing doors, floors, fencing, kitchens and more? Take pride in getting the job done right the first time? We'd love to hear from you!
We're looking for a talented and reliable multi-skilled carpenter to join our Response team.
At Selwood Housing, we're more than just a landlord - we're committed to providing quality homes and services across our communities. As a Multi-Skilled Carpenter, you'll play a key part in helping us keep our customers' homes safe, secure, and well-maintained.
What you'll do:
* Deliver works to a high standard in accordance with your trade training, experience and industry best practice.
* Ensure the satisfaction of the customer by having a fixed first-time and fault fixing approach to all jobs.
* Follow work instructions efficiently and carry out works required as detailed in the instruction.
* Assist the Contract manager / supervisors to ensure the working environment is safe and compliant with Health & Safety policies and legislation.
* Communicate with planners, call handlers and members of the R&M and wider team to ensure the smooth day to day operation of the repairs service.
* Be available for the out of hours rota.
* Communicate clearly and respectfully with customers - ensuring they feel informed, valued and reassured.
What we are looking for:
* A qualified carpenter (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) with strong multi-trade skills.
* Experience working in property maintenance, ideally within social housing.
* Experience in associated trades (plumbing, patch plastering, flooring, tiling, and decorating, all aspects UPVC).
* A genuine commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
* Knowledge of health and safety protocols.
* A current valid driving licence.
* Confidence using IT to receive jobs, record updates, manage job stocks electronically, and stay in touch with the team while out and about. Full training will be provided on the systems we use.
Why Selwood?
At Selwood Housing, we don't just care about the homes we manage - we also care about our colleagues who help make them better.
Here are some of the reasons people choose to work with us:
* A friendly, supportive team, where your skills are recognised and valued.
* A stable, local employer, focused on improving homes and building communities.
* A strong culture of learning and development - we'll help you grow.
We live and work by our values:
* Customer Driven -we put customers at the heart of everything.
*Accountability - we take ownership and get the job done.
*Develop and Learn - we are always improving.
* Champion Communication - we listen, share, and support each other.
What we offer:
Some of our benefits include:
* Competitive salary and benefits.
* 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave.
* Generous pension scheme and life assurance.
* Flexible working
* Cycle to work scheme
* Health and wellbeing support
Please note: Successful candidate will be required to undertake a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Additionally, a full and valid UK driving licence is essential for this role.
For further information on the role, please review the job description attached to the advert.
Join us
If you want a role where your skills make a real difference to local people and community, this is your opportunity. Together we can build homes -and communities - to be proud of.
At Selwood, we strive to respect the diversity of our staff. We care deeply about inclusivity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds, demographics, and identities to apply. We are a Disability Confident employer and will do our very best to provide any adjustments, access and equipment you feel you may need throughout the interview process, and during your employment with us.
We're keen to build a supportive and rewarding environment, free from discrimination, that works for everyone.
The closing date of this advert is subject to change based on the volume of applications or the hiring timeline.
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