Bricklayer

Overview

You will complete repairs to customers\’ homes and conduct pre- and post-inspections, recording actions and outcomes. You\\\’ll carry out general repairs to properties and communal areas as directed by your supervisor or line manager, ensuring all work complies with Health & Safety guidelines and company policies. You will monitor your expenditure, maintain accurate records, and focus on reducing costs while delivering value for money to customers. You will assist with scheduling work, supervise and train apprentices where applicable, and undertake training as directed by your line manager. This role requires you to complete a satisfactory Basic DBS check as part of employment checks.

If you meet the criteria and are ready to take the next step in your career, please apply using our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team (see below). If you are a Places for People customer and you need support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team (see below). We may bring the closing date forward if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role, we advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment. If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad, ensure your CV is stored in the cloud; we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox. If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls. Safeguarding is everyone\\\’s responsibility at Places for People. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete repairs to customers\\\’ homes and conduct pre- and post-inspections, recording actions and outcomes.
• Carry out general repairs to properties and communal areas as directed by your supervisor or line manager.
• Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety guidelines and company policies.
• Monitor expenditure, maintain accurate records, and focus on reducing costs while delivering value for money to customers.
• Assist with scheduling work, supervise and train apprentices where applicable, and undertake training as directed by your line manager.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Have a NVQ Level 2 qualification or City & Guilds
• Hold a valid driving licence
• You must be technically competent with an NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds qualification in your trade.
• Strong organisational skills for planning workloads and estimating supplies and time.
• A positive attitude towards health and safety, fostering a compliant culture.
• Good communication skills, and ability to use a tablet or smartphone for recording activities, capturing images, and recording survey data.
• A current driving licence is essential, and a Level 2 qualification in additional trades is preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
• Company Van with fuel card
• Equipment including Power Pack tools and tablet provided
• PPE and Full uniform provided
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave (Including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leave
• Overtime as and when required
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Training and development
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.

What\\u2019s next?

What\\u2019s next?