About this role
Annual salary: up to £37,913.40 Job Posting Advert
Carpenter
Location: Rainham (Essex)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Salary up to £37,913.40per annum, plus, company van & fuel card
42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday- Friday)
We’re currently seeking a skilled and reliable Carpenter to join our team, supporting a busy responsive repairs contract in Rainham. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality carpentry repairs and maintenance in occupied social housing properties, helping ensure residents’ homes are safe, functional, and well maintained.
You’ll be responding to a variety of day-to-day repair requests, including tasks such as replacing internal doors, repairing skirting boards and architraves, fitting kitchen units, and completing general finishing works. No two days are the same, and your ability to work efficiently, solve problems on-site, and provide excellent customer service will be essential.
With a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to raising standards in social housing, this is a great opportunity to be part of a team that’s making a meaningful impact in the community. We’re looking for someone experienced in domestic carpentry, confident working in occupied homes, and committed to getting the job done right the first time.
Role Responsibilities:
Carry out day-to-day carpentry repairs in occupied properties as part of a responsive maintenance service
Replace and repair internal doors, frames, handles, locks, and hinges
Fit and adjust kitchen units, worktops, cupboard doors, and pelmets
Install or replace skirting boards, architraves, and other decorative joinery
Repair or replace timber flooring, stair components, and handrails where required
Make good following repairs, including basic patch plastering or tiling as needed
Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in line with health and safety regulations
Accurately record job details, materials used, and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets
Work professionally and respectfully in residents’ homes, maintaining a clean and safe working environment
Identify and report any additional works, safeguarding concerns, or property issues beyond the scope of the job
Always adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures
Provided high levels of customer care
Role Criteria:
Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance in a carpentry position
Experience in the above duties
Full UK manual driving licence
Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Excellent customer service skills, with experience working in occupied homes
Good understanding of health and safety regulations and safe working practices
Ability to use handheld devices or job management systems to record work
Provide your own basic tools
Willing to work alone and as part of a team
Benefits we can offer you.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.
Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more.
Family friendly policies
Company Van, Fuel Card, and Uniform
All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.
Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment
Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:
Olivia Elias () If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.
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