At a Glance
- Tasks: Carry out carpentry repairs and maintenance across various properties.
- Company: Join Flagship Services, a leading housing provider in the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company vehicle, tools provided, and skill development opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive environment with opportunities for career growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real difference to people's homes and lives while honing your craft.
- Qualifications: Full Trade Apprenticeship or equivalent experience in carpentry required.
The predicted salary is between 34992 - 42768 £ per year.
Do you measure twice and cut once, taking pride in getting things right first time? Can you handle everything from first fix frameworks to second fix finishes without losing your edge? And when a job gets tricky, do you still manage to finish it spot on? We’re looking for a skilled and customer-focused Carpenter to join our Repairs & Voids team. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in maintaining and improving our homes, ensuring our properties become home to our tenants and allow them to thrive.
Working across our housing portfolio, you’ll carry out a wide range of carpentry and property maintenance tasks, supporting colleagues across different trades when needed.
Location: This role covers Norwich, Wymondham and Marsham - travel to other areas throughout the East region may be required.
Working hours: 40hpw, Monday - Friday, 08:00-17:00 Friday 08:00-14:30
Contract: Permanent + Company Van
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Carrying out carpentry repairs and maintenance across occupied and void properties
- Installing and repairing doors, windows, flooring, tiling, and associated fixtures
- Undertaking basic painting and decorating tasks
- Completing damp and mould treatment, void clearances, and flood repairs
- Using schedules of rates to assess jobs, produce estimates, and complete work efficiently
- Ensuring all work is completed safely, to high standards, and ‘right first time’
- Identifying and arranging asbestos removal where required
- Using a company vehicle and tools to complete daily tasks
- Delivering excellent customer service
- Responding to and escalating safeguarding or emergency situations where appropriate
What You’ll Bring:
- Full Trade Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 2, or equivalent experience in carpentry
- Proven experience in repairs and maintenance within a similar environment
- Strong practical skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve issues effectively
- Good knowledge of materials, tools, and estimating job requirements
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Basic IT skills (e.g. Outlook, Teams, and digital work scheduling systems)
- Full UK driving licence
- Willingness to participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota, including public holidays
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Company vehicle and tools provided
- Opportunity to develop additional skills through our Trade Plus programme
- Paid opportunities to gain experience in other trades
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- The chance to make a real difference to people’s homes and lives
How to Apply: To apply, click below and upload your CV (PDF format), along with a supporting statement explaining why you are the right person for the role.
Important additional information:
- Closing date: 4th October 2026
- Interview date: TBC - held at our Dereham office - interview and assessment
- No agencies please.
About Us: Flagship Services is part of Bromford Flagship Livewest. By joining us, you become part of one of the largest housing providers in the UK - delivering community-focused services across the East, Central and South West of England. We manage approximately 120,000 homes, serving around 300,000 customers, and with firm ambitions to deliver an additional 50,000 new homes by 2040. Join us to help create communities where people can put down roots, feel secure, and thrive.
Carpenter in Norwich employer: Bromford Flagship LiveWest
Bromford Flagship Livewest is an exceptional employer that prioritises customer experience and colleague engagement, making it a rewarding place to work. With a market-leading salary, flexible annual leave, and a commitment to employee wellbeing, you will thrive in a culture that champions collaboration and continuous improvement. As a Regional Director - Customer, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of services for thousands of residents while being part of a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to community-focused outcomes.
Contact Details:
Bromford Flagship LiveWest Recruitment Team
