Carpenter – Social Housing (Reactive Maintenance)

Contract Type: Permanent
Location: North West London (Brent, Barnet & occasional Islington)
Salary: £36,000 – £40,000 per year (depending on experience & qualifications)
Benefits: Company van & fuel card provided

Build Recruitment are looking for a skilled and reliable Carpenter to join a busy reactive maintenance team delivering high-quality repairs within social housing properties across North West London. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tradesperson seeking long-term stability, great benefits, and consistent local work.

The Role:
You will carry out day-to-day carpentry repairs and maintenance within occupied domestic and council properties. The role requires a strong focus on first-time fixes, customer satisfaction, and maintaining high standards of workmanship while working in tenants’ homes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertaking all aspects of carpentry repairs (doors, frames, kitchens, flooring, fencing, etc.)
• Completing reactive maintenance works in occupied social housing properties
• Diagnosing faults and delivering effective, long-lasting solutions
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
• Providing excellent customer service and maintaining professionalism at all times

Requirements:

• Proven experience in domestic/social housing or council property maintenance
• NVQ/City & Guilds in Carpentry (or equivalent experience) preferred
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Good communication and customer service skills

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £40,000
• Company van & fuel card
• 23 days holiday bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Long-term, stable work with a reputable contractor
• Supportive team and clear progression opportunities

Apply Today
For more details, contact Tom on 07884 094599 or send your CV to tom.morgan@buildrec.com

Build Recruitment will take the time to understand your experience, skills, and career goals, supporting you throughout the process and beyond.

Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for temporary workers and an Employment Agency for permanent vacancies. We are an equal opportunities employer.