Carpenter
Bedford and surrounding areas
£32,550.00 per annum
Full Time, Permanent Rota Driven Monday Saturday 8am-8pm
To carry out carpentry repairs and improvements in customers homes and empty properties, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and customer care. This role combines hands-on skills with a commitment to delivering a positive experience and contributing to safe, well-maintained homes.
Key Responsibilities
Complete a wide range of carpentry and joinery tasks in domestic and communal settings.
Diagnose repair needs accurately and deliver high-quality solutions.
Maintain van stock and source materials efficiently to meet service needs.
Communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers.
Follow all health and safety procedures, including PPE use, risk assessments, and safe working practices.
Participate in training, toolbox talks, and team development activities.
Maintain company tools, vehicles, and equipment in good working order.
Use job management systems to support productivity and service delivery.
Promote environmentally responsible practices in material use and waste disposal.
Skills and Experience
Strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
Organised, self-motivated, and able to manage time effectively.
Good problem-solving and communication skills.
Attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.
Comfortable using basic IT tools (e.g., handheld devices or computers).
Experience in carpentry and joinery within homes and communal areas.
Familiarity with working in occupied homes and under time constraints.
Awareness of health and safety practices in construction.
Experience in another trade or working with non-licensed asbestos is beneficial.
Qualifications and Requirements
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Carpentry.
- GCSE-level education or equivalent.
- Full clean driving licence.
- Additional certifications (e.g., CSCS Card, First Aid, BM Trada Q) are welcomed but not mandatory.
Amongst what we offer you is:
A competitive salary
28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays
A generous contributory pension scheme
Private health care
Free life assurance
Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym
Opportunities for learning and development
Discounted gym membership
Retail discount scheme
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications or find a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date. We encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.