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We are looking for a highly capable and tenant-focused Multi-Skilled Carpenter to be part of our dedicated repairs division. This vital position involves providing high-quality, prompt maintenance and repair services to residents within our social housing properties across Winchester and the local vicinity. This presents an outstanding 12-week temporary to permanent career pathway for an experienced professional seeking long-term employment and job security within a community-focused housing provider.
Job Responsibility:
Undertake and ensure successful completion of all assigned daily and urgent reactive repair tasks within occupied homes and vacant properties (voids)
Accurately diagnose defects on the initial visit, prioritising efficiency to achieve a 'First Time Fix' outcome whenever feasible
Proficiency in all facets of carpentry and joinery
Capably perform necessary minor repairs and maintenance across secondary trades
Manage and process daily work orders effectively using a handheld device/PDA, ensuring precise logging of job details, materials consumed, and completion reports
Ensure optimal levels of van stock are maintained to facilitate immediate completion of standard repairs
Deliver exceptional customer service to residents, clearly communicating the scope of work and striving to minimise disturbance during visits
Strictly follow all mandatory Health & Safety procedures and protocols
Requirements:
A recognised industry qualification (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) in Carpentry/Joinery is mandatory
Extensive, demonstrable experience operating as a Multi-Trade Technician in a fast-paced reactive repairs setting (preferably social housing or domestic maintenance)
Proven competence as a primary trade Carpenter coupled with solid working knowledge of various secondary trades (Plumbing, Plastering, Tiling)
Possession of a full, current UK Driving Licence is required (a company vehicle will be supplied)
Strong capability for working autonomously, managing workload efficiently, and taking full responsibility for assignments
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Nice to have:
Experience in social housing or domestic maintenance