Labourer

**We are Golding Homes - thank you for looking**

Are you a Labourer ready to take on your next challenge and make an impact? Then you’ve come to the right place.

It is a great time to join Golding with a real focus on our in-house Repairs and Maintenance team and driving quality customer service, the organisation is going through a period of positive change and cultural development. With an established track record for building quality homes and investing in our local communities, we are excited to recruit a Labourer who is ready to make a difference to our customers’ lives.

You will be part of our Repairs team and play a key role in shaping our future - as well as forging a great career.

As a member of Golding Homes’ Repairs and Maintenance (R&M) team, the Labourer plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of residents.

The Labourer will work collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors, and residents to provide a responsive and effective service, adhering to Golding Homes’ values and customer-focused standards. Through their expertise, they will contribute to maintaining Golding Homes’ reputation for excellence in property care and tenant satisfaction.

**More about you. What can you bring?**

We are looking for highly motivated, customer-oriented individuals from all walks of life to bring the right skills to our team - a Labourer who can provide the best service and value for money to our customers.

We are looking for someone who holds completion of a recognised apprenticeship or equivalent and/or a minimum of NVQ.

You'll have experience working in the building maintenance industry.

You'll have the ability to work from verbal and written instructions, including drawings, diagrams, sketches, calculations using measuring equipment where appropriate.

Social Housing experience preferred.

You'll have knowledge of Health and Safety Standards, property repairs and effectively display trade skills. You'll hold knowledge of Noise at Work Regulations.

A full driving licence is essential.

A DBS is required for this role.

**When and where you'll be doing it**

You will enjoy a 40-hour working week and earn an annual salary of £25990 dependent upon your knowledge, skills and experience.

Option to join out of hours emergency Rota which would be on the repairs side of the contract which will be paid as per our out of hours rate.

Golding Homes have properties throughout Maidstone and the surrounding area. This role will allow you to travel around our properties, meaning no two weeks will be the same What’s more, you'll become a permanent member of the Golding family, offering you real job security.

**What will you get in return?**

Creating an environment which enables our people to thrive is crucial for us and our Total Reward package goes beyond your salary, designed to support you throughout your working life here.

**You’ll get**:

- Mobile device
- Uniform
- Personal protective equipment
- 28 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays)
- Regular opportunities for training (upskilling and cross skilling)
- Company Pension contribution and life assurance
- Flexible Benefits including health cash plan, additional holiday purchase, cycle to work scheme, onsite gym, retail discounts and more.
- An annual Wellbeing Fund

**Closing Date: Friday 09 May 2025 at Midnight**
- We will be shortlisting throughout and reserve the right to close this role early._

**We are Golding Homes - thank you for looking**

It is a great time to join Golding, with our new corporate plan and a vision of providing Outstanding Services, Great Homes and Proud Communities. We have an established track record for building quality homes and investing in our local communities.

County Gate One, Stacey Street, Maidstone, ME14 1ST

**0330 777 2600