Carpenter - Multi Trade
JOB_53872734787289Job type
TemporaryLocation
LeicesterWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
MaintenanceIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
up to £26 per hour
Carpenter - Multi Trade | Leicestershire, Nottighamshire, Derbyshire | Up to £26.00 per hour + 45p per mile
Your new company
We are seeking an experienced Carpenter / Joiner to join a responsive maintenance team working for a well‑established social housing provider. This temporary contract involves carrying out day‑to‑day repairs in occupied properties, ensuring work is completed safely, professionally, and to a high standard.
The successful candidate must be a joiner by trade, with the ability to undertake a range of associated maintenance tasks as required.
Your new role
- Carry out responsive repairs and maintenance in occupied social housing properties.
- Complete all aspects of carpentry and joinery, including:
- Internal and external door repairs
- Lock changes and ironmongery
- Skirting, architraves, and framework
- Kitchen unit repairs and adjustments
- Undertake additional multi‑trade tasks such as:
- Patch plastering
- Basic plumbing
- Minor tiling
- Making good after works
- Work professionally and respectfully in occupied homes, maintaining excellent customer service.
- Ensure all work meets required quality, safety, and compliance standards.
- Use PDA or job sheets to record work completed and materials used.
- Travel between properties across North Leicestershire, South Derbyshire, and South Nottinghamshire.
What you'll need to succeed
- Qualified Joiner / Carpenter (NVQ, City & Guilds or time‑served).
- Strong experience in responsive maintenance within occupied properties.
- Ability to carry out additional multi‑trade tasks confidently.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Own tools and transport.
- Excellent communication and customer‑facing skills.
- Strong awareness of health & safety and safe working practices.
- Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
What you'll get in return
- Competitive temporary contract rates.
- Long term temporary contract
- Potential to become permanent
- Consistent workload across multiple regions.
- Opportunity to work with a respected housing organisation.
- Supportive team and clear job scheduling.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Carpenter - Multi TradeJOB_538727347872892026-04-132026-07-12
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