Multi Carpenter – Social Housing (Reactive Maintenance)
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Hemel Hempstead
Salary: £36k Overtime & Call Outs £45k
Benefits: Company van & fuel card provided
Build Recruitment are looking for a skilled and reliable Multi Carpenter to join a busy reactive maintenance team delivering high-quality repairs within social housing properties across Hemel Hempstead. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tradesperson seeking long-term stability, great benefits, and consistent local work.
The Role:
You will carry out day-to-day carpentry repairs and maintenance within occupied domestic and council properties. The role requires a strong focus on first-time fixes, customer satisfaction, and maintaining high standards of workmanship while working in tenants’ homes.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Undertaking all aspects of carpentry repairs (doors, frames, kitchens, flooring, fencing, etc.)
2. Completing reactive maintenance works in occupied social housing properties
3. Diagnosing faults and delivering effective, long-lasting solutions
4. Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
5. Providing excellent customer service and maintaining professionalism at all times
Requirements:
6. Proven experience in domestic/social housing or council property maintenance
7. NVQ/City & Guilds in Carpentry (or equivalent experience) preferred
8. Full UK driving licence (essential)
9. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
10. Good communication and customer service skills
What’s in it for you?
11. Competitive salary up to £40,000
12. Company van & fuel card
13. 23 days holiday bank holidays
14. Pension scheme
15. Long-term, stable work with a reputable contractor
16. Supportive team and clear progression opportunities
Build Recruitment will take the time to understand your experience, skills, and career goals, supporting you throughout the process and beyond.
Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for temporary workers and an Employment Agency for permanent vacancies. We are an equal opportunities employer.