19th October, 2026
Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority in East London, are looking for an experienced Carpenter to join their team and play a crucial role in their Housing Repairs & Maintenance.
Position: Carpenter
Rate: Negotiable (PAYE)
Contract Duration: Temp (Apr 2027) Possible Extension
Working Arrangement: Fully Onsite
Job Purpose:
- Delivering reactive repairs, planned maintenance, and installations across council-owned residential properties, social housing, and public buildings.
Job Responsibilities:
- Carry out first- and second-fix carpentry, including hanging doors, repairing door frames, fitting locks, installing flooring, skirting boards, staircases, and window frames.
- Respond to emergency and day-to-day repair requests in occupied or void (empty) council properties.
- Use mobile job management tools (like a PDA or tablet) to track schedules, log completed work, and order van stock.
Job Requirements:
- Experienced in social housing repairs and maintenance.
- Experienced in mobile repairs delivery with a valid Driving Licence.
- PPE and tools will be provided. Candidates should ideally have their own tools to start with, but the client will replace/provide these as required.
- A van and fuel card will be provided and can be taken home.
Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further.
To explore other exciting opportunities or learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our website https://www.temptingrecruitment
Carpenter employer: Tempting Recruitment
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