Multi-skilled Carpenter

Overview

Mobile multiskilled technician delivering carpentry, plumbing and other repairs for housing.

Key Responsibilities

• repairs
• carpentry
• plumbing
• multi‑trade
• safety compliance
• documentation

Tasks

You’ll carry out day-to-day repairs and maintenance to a high standard, with expertise in at least three trades, carpentry and plumbing being the primary focus. You’ll work independently, ensuring first-time fixes wherever possible, and maintain excellent customer care throughout. -Manage documentation and update job records accurately -Ensure all work meets regulatory and safety standards -Maintain van stock and use materials responsibly -Support apprentices or junior staff when required -Complete maintenance tasks across multiple trades -Participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota -Communicate effectively with tenants and colleagues

Requirements

• driving licence
• nvq
• carpentry
• plumbing
• health & safety
• social housing

What You Bring

Multiskilled Carpentry Repairs Technician – Deliver high-quality maintenance across multiple trades. Location: Chesham, High Wycombe + travel Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made. We’re looking for a skilled and adaptable Multiskilled Carpentry Repairs Technician to join our Property Services team. This mobile role covers our housing portfolio across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire and surrounding counties. -Excellent communication and time management skills -Full valid driving licence -Relevant qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ) or equivalent experience -Experience working in social housing/local authority. -Experience supporting apprentices or junior staff -Good understanding of building regulations and health & safety requirements -Strong skills in carpentry and plumbing, plus additional trade experience -Confidence working independently across a mobile patch -Familiarity with mobile working and digital job tracking

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Benefits

At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment. If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, we’d love to welcome you on our journey. Together, we’re building a better future. -30+ qualified Mental Health First Aiders available to support -Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships -3 paid volunteering days in the local communities -Family-friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave -Paid professional subscription (one per year) -Health cash plan – claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids’ cover) -annual salary: ££39,968 per annum -Life cover and income protection -Peer-recognition rewards platform -Flexible working – hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging -Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions) -Generous pension scheme – up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice -25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options

About Paradigm Housing Group

-Evolved from a small housing provider into a regional powerhouse, born in 1988. -Operates as a charitable Community Benefit Society, reinvesting all surplus into new homes and services. -Typical projects include affordable rental homes, shared-ownership developments, market-rent properties, and support accommodation. -Plans a merger/acquisition to expand its portfolio to nearly 30,000 homes. -Regulator-rated top tier for governance (G1) and financial viability (V1).

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Security Clearance

-may be subject to basic or enhanced criminal disclosure checks.