Carpenter 
Contract Type: Permanent 
Hours: 40 hours per week 
Location: East London 

Van & Fuel card supplied for business use 
 

Build Recruitment are currently looking for a skilled Carpenter to join our client’s repairs and maintenance team. The successful candidate will carry out a variety of carpentry and property maintenance tasks across occupied and void properties.

Key ResponsibilitiesCarpentry Works

• Carry out a wide range of carpentry repairs and installations, including fitting doors, replacing or repairing floorboards, skirting boards, architraves, and kitchen units.

• Install and repair fixtures and fittings such as locks, hinges, handles, and other woodwork items.

Repairs & Maintenance

• Complete void property repairs to ensure homes are ready for re-letting.

• Undertake general maintenance duties including patch repairs, minor plastering, and basic plumbing as required.

Mould Treatments

• Assist with the treatment of mould issues using specialist products and techniques, ensuring properties meet required standards.

Retrofit Works

• Install loft and underfloor insulation.

• Prepare and complete finishes following internal wall insulation works.

Collaboration

• Work both independently and as part of a team to deliver high-quality results.

• Liaise professionally with clients, tenants, and colleagues to ensure satisfaction and resolve issues effectively.

Compliance

• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and company policies.

• Accurately complete all relevant paperwork, including job sheets and risk assessments, within agreed timescales.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within property repairs and maintenance (including voids).

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Carpentry.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to deliver quality workmanship.

• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

• Able to work independently and as part of a team, with a flexible approach to duties.

• Awareness of basic health and safety requirements.

• Understanding of company policies relating to Health & Safety, Customer Care, and Communication.

• Ability to participate in a 7-day rota and out-of-hours on-call service.

• Valid CSCS card.

• Full, clean UK driving licence.

  For more details, please call Kiera on 07917917864 or please send your most up date CV to kiera.troutt@buildrec.com