Joiner

Overview

Places for People, one of the UK's leading housing providers and recognized among the UK's Top 50 Best Workplaces, is seeking a qualified Joiner to join their team in Portsmouth. This permanent position offers a company van and the chance to make a meaningful difference by working locally within your community, maintaining and improving customers' homes and neighborhoods.

Benefits and Compensation

• Provision of a company van with a fuel card for work travel
• 35 days of annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, with flexibility to buy or sell leave days
• Opportunities for overtime work
• Standard working hours from 08:00 to 16:30, Monday through Friday
• Tools, uniform, iPad, mobile phone, and personal protective equipment supplied
• Pension scheme with employer contributions matched up to 7%
• Permanent and secure employment status
• Consistent work volume within a dedicated local area
• Employee bonus scheme offering up to 2% bonus
• Death in Service benefit
• Sick pay
• A joining bonus of £1,000 payable in two installments: £500 upon joining and £500 after successful completion of probation, subject to scheme terms

Key Responsibilities

• Performing joinery installation and repair tasks inside residential properties
• Handling various jobs including door fitting, kitchen work, flooring, and internal fixtures
• Working according to specifications, reports, and quality standards
• Ensuring protection of customers’ homes and belongings during work
• Coordinating with supervisors, schedulers, and broader teams to meet deadlines
• Documenting work activities and completing necessary paperwork
• Supporting apprentices and contributing to team performance and key performance indicators

Typical Workday

• Following a structured schedule focused on repairs and maintenance assignments
• Using the company van to travel between jobs
• Working independently or alongside other tradespeople
• Engaging directly with customers while working in their homes
• Maintaining high standards of efficiency, quality, and compliance

Work Environment

• Jobs performed in both occupied and vacant residential properties
• Operating within a variety of domestic housing within your local PO postcode area
• Interacting with vulnerable customers requiring sensitivity and care

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Joinery
• Previous experience as a Joiner, preferably within social housing or residential contexts
• Valid full UK driving license
• Residence within the PO postcode area to support localized working

Desirable Skills

• Experience in multiple related trades
• Basic IT proficiency or willingness to adopt digital systems

Additional Details and Policies

The recruitment process includes a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Applicants may need to work in surrounding areas close to Portsmouth. The company is dedicated to safeguarding, following strict policies and requiring staff to uphold high standards of safety and accountability for children, young people, and adults at risk.

Places for People honors the Armed Forces Covenant guaranteeing interviews to eligible armed forces personnel and veterans who meet the essential role criteria. The company is also certified as a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, ensuring support and guaranteed interviews for disabled candidates meeting essential criteria. Neurodivergent applicants are equally supported with guaranteed interviews to accommodate their needs.

Application Process

Applications are encouraged promptly to avoid early closure due to high volume. Candidates are asked to submit a CV and a supporting statement explaining their qualifications for the role. Support is available for current customers requiring help with their applications.