Joiner

About the Role

Places for People, a leading housing provider in the UK and recognized among the Top 50 Best Workplaces, is looking to hire a qualified Joiner for permanent, local work based in Wakefield. The role involves supporting the community by undertaking joinery tasks that improve customers' homes and the surrounding neighborhoods.

Key Benefits

• Company van provided with fuel card for travel between jobs
• 35 days of annual leave including bank holidays, with options to buy or sell additional leave
• Overtime availability to increase earning potential
• Core working hours Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:30
• Provision of tools, uniform, iPad, mobile phone, and necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Pension scheme with matched contributions up to 7%
• Permanent and secure employment status
• Stable workload within a specific local area
• Bonus scheme offering up to 2% for all colleagues
• Death in Service benefits and sick pay provisions

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct joinery installations and repairs in domestic settings
• Work on doors, kitchens, flooring, and other internal fixtures
• Adhere to specifications, reports, and quality standards
• Safeguard customers' homes and possessions during work
• Collaborate with supervisors, schedulers, and team members to ensure deadlines are met
• Maintain records of work activities and complete relevant documentation
• Support apprentices and assist in achieving team performance indicators

Typical Workday

• Follow a pre-planned schedule focusing on repairs and maintenance
• Travel between assignments using the company van
• Work independently or collaboratively with other tradespeople
• Engage with customers directly within their homes
• Complete tasks efficiently while upholding quality and compliance standards

Work Environment

• Work in occupied homes as well as vacant (void) properties
• Service a range of domestic properties within the assigned local area
• Operate in environments that may involve vulnerable customers

Candidate Requirements

• Possession of NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in Joinery
• Proven experience as a joiner, preferably in social housing or domestic property maintenance
• Valid full UK driving license
• Residence within the Wakefield (WF) postcode area

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in multiple trades
• Basic IT skills or willingness to learn digital technologies and systems

Additional Information

The recruitment process includes a Basic DBS check and may require travel to surrounding areas. An induction program will be provided upon joining, covering company systems and operational procedures.

Places for People is committed to safeguarding vulnerable individuals and adheres to rigorous policies to protect children, young people, and adults at risk. Candidates are expected to contribute to maintaining a safe community environment by upholding safeguarding standards and reporting concerns appropriately.

The organization supports the Armed Forces Covenant guaranteeing interview opportunities to eligible veterans and associated individuals, as well as promoting inclusivity under schemes for disabilities and neurodivergence.