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Carpenter
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 18 - 18 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Leicester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Carpenter
About the Role: We are looking for a skilled Carpenter to join our Housing Asset Management Team, helping maintain and improve a wide range of Council properties across North West Leicestershire. This is a hands-on role delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance with a focus on safety, efficiency, and excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out carpentry repairs and maintenance in domestic Council properties, ensuring all work meets current regulations and manufacturer guidelines.
Complete multi-skill tasks in line with the Multi-Skill Assessment criteria.
Use all provided tools, equipment, and materials appropriately and responsibly.
Accurately record time, Schedule of Rates (SORs), and materials used via a smart device (PDA).
Undertake site surveys to assess required works and materials.
Work in coordination with the Asset Management Support Team to schedule and deliver work efficiently.
Maintain appropriate levels of van stock to support a ‘Right First Time’ service approach.
Provide a high standard of customer service and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
Adhere to all Health & Safety procedures and regulations, including the correct use of PPE.
Additional Responsibilities:
promoting a positive image of the service.
Report hazards, accidents, or near misses immediately and maintain safe working practices at all times.
Support equality, diversity, and inclusion within the team and across services.
Take part in training, appraisals, and ongoing development to enhance personal performance.
Contribute ideas to improve services from a customer-focused perspective.
Be prepared to assist in the event of a civil emergency or other council-led responses.
Undertake any other reasonable duties required by the Team Manager appropriate to the post and grading.
What We’re Looking For:
Proven carpentry experience, ideally within social housing or property maintenance.
Multi-skilled abilities (e.g. patch plastering, basic plumbing, or tiling) are desirable.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Confident using smart devices to record job data.
Full UK driving licence.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and availability to (url removed)
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