Carpenter

  • bpha
  • Oct 02, 2025
Full time Construction Management Carpenter

Job Description

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.