We have an opening for a qualified Joiner to join our voids team on a permanent basis. You will carry out all joinery repairs and general maintenance across our 22,000 properties.
About us
We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people.
Working to provide great homes in great neighbourhoods, we are proud to collaborate with our customers, communities, local and national stakeholders to achieve this.
This year will see us launch our new 5 year corporate strategy to 2029 which puts customers at the heart of what we do, providing great places to live and work, with homes that they are proud to live in.
Responsibilities
* Carry out joinery repairs and general maintenance to our properties to the highest standard
* Assess work required and make recommendations on action to be taken, ensuring this is reported back to the Repairs Service Centre if it is outside of your core trade in order for them to arrange another team to attend
* Communicate the work undertaken with the customer, using empathy and patience to ensure they are satisfied and understand the process that needs to be taken
* Abide by the requirements of HASAWA and all other related safety regulations
* Update system information using Dynamic Repairs Scheduler
* Originate, maintain and provide updated work documentation as required
* Driving to and from premises around the Bradford district
About you
* Honest, courteous, diligent and punctual.
* Self-motivated and able to use your own initiative.
* Experience working with PVC installations, loft insulation and work on water pipes would be advantageous.
* Have basic IT skills to be able to update our systems via a smart phone or tablet.
Requirements
* A minimum of an NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry and Joinery or equivalent qualifications
* A full manual driving license is essential
* Relevant, enhanced experience in joinery maintenance works including working at heights on ladders. Experience should include site work, refurbishments, day to day maintenance, fitting kitchens and door locking mechanisms
* An awareness of Health and Safety systems such as COSHH and HASAWA
* A full set of your own tools
* Excellent communication and customer service skills including being able to listen to customer problems, empathise and be clear on what process we will undertake to fix the problem
Benefits
* Salary £36,088 per year
* Work vehicle provided (manual)
* West Yorkshire Pension Fund membership - Current employer contribution is 15.5%
* 28 days annual leave that increases with service plus bank holidays
* Option to buy and sell annual leave
* Training, development, and qualification opportunities
* Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers)
* Corporate health scheme membership
* Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Local gym membership discounts.
As a Mindful Employer we have committed to working towards better mental health in the workplace and are determined to deliver a culture of physical and mental wellbeing openness and support. Incommunities is also recognised as ‘Committed’ to being Menopause Friendly. The Menopause Friendly Accreditation recognises inclusive employers that build awareness and understanding of how menopause can have an effect at work and shows we take the wellbeing of our colleagues seriously.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.