At a Glance
- Tasks: Carry out joinery repairs, including UPVC windows and kitchen overhauls.
- Company: Great Places Housing Group focuses on community welfare and social housing.
- Benefits: Enjoy 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days, plus a pension scheme.
- Other info: A full UK manual driving licence and 2 years driving experience are essential.
- Why this job: Join a team committed to high-quality repairs and community advocacy.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Joinery or equivalent experience is required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
Multi Skilled Joiner - Bury & Bolton
- Full UK manual driving licence, NVQ level 2 in joinery or equivalent in experience
- All the kit you need: Van, Fuel card, Uniform & Tools provided
- Annual Leave: Start at 26 days annual leave, increasing up to 30 days within 5 years + Bank Holidays
- Pension: DC Scheme (up to 10% contribution from both colleague and Great Places)
- The Market Place: high street, restaurant & supermarket discounts, gym memberships, cycle to work, smart tech loans and much more
Responsibilities:
- Carrying out all aspects of joinery, including repairing UPVC windows, repairing UPVC/composite doors, replacing double glazed units, and overhauling kitchens
- Delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance work, achieving first-time fixes through accurate diagnosis and effective multi-trade working
- Attending and completing all required training, toolbox talks, and e-learning modules
- Communicating professionally and empathetically with customers, colleagues, and local stakeholders
- Carrying out work safely and professionally, ensuring customers’ homes are left clean and secure
Requirements:
- NVQ Level 2 in Joinery (or equivalent qualification/experience)
- Full UK manual driving licence
- Experience working in domestic properties, ideally within housing (desirable but not essential)
- Ability to carry out basic plumbing, tiling, patch plastering to support first time fix and value for money
- A customer-focused approach with pride in delivering high-quality work
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and support colleagues
- A commitment to understand the challenges and opportunities that exist in the communities in which we work. We particularly value lived experience in social housing
- A passion to advocate on behalf of people and communities
- To be professional and work with integrity, inclusivity and respect for diversity
Great Places Housing Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all our colleagues to share this commitment. All successful applicant(s) will be subject to a basic criminal records background check. Further detail on our commitment to safeguarding children/young people & vulnerable adults can be found in the Great Places Housing Group Safeguarding Policy & Recruitment Policy on our website.
For the purposes of our van fleet insurance you must have a minimum of 2 years driving experience with a full UK driving licence, be over the age of 21 and complete an online driver monitoring Assessment prior to starting your role. If you are under 21 but with 2 years driving experience with a full UK driving licence you would be required to complete an on-line driver monitoring assessment and additional in vehicle assessment prior to starting your role funded by Great Places.
Carpenters & Multi-skilled Trades in Bolton employer: Great Places Housing Association
Great Places Housing Group offers a supportive environment with benefits like gym memberships and discounts. Located in Bury & Bolton, the team prioritises safeguarding and community engagement. They value lived experiences in social housing, enhancing their mission to advocate for local communities.
Contact Details:
Great Places Housing Association Recruitment Team
