Multi-skilled Carpenter

Dawson Levy are proud to be recruiting a Multi-Skilled Carpenter to work in the Isle of Wight.

The client specialises in providing professional and high-quality construction, refurbishment, building maintenance and facilities management services across the south of England.

They have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Multi Skilled Carpenter to join our dynamic team. This permanent position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career and gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportiveworkplace.

**SUMMARY OF ROLE**

You will maintain high client satisfaction through delivery of maintenance and repairs services ensuring a controlled and safe environment whilst working effectively and in a timely manner and balancing constantly changing priorities.

You must have relevant qualifications and broad domestic and commercial experience in their core trade with additional experience and capability to complete tasks outside their core competency.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Diagnose and rectify faults within core and other trade related repair requests.
- To ensure that the quality of work always meets the highest possible standards.
- Respond swiftly to all emergency situations and resolve them efficiently.
- Undertake all work efficiently and cost effectively, minimizing no-productive time wherever possible and reporting any difficulties encountered.
- Be willing to work out of hours, if required, to the requirements of the client and customer.

**SKILLS REQUIRED**
- Fit and Fix Mortice Latch and Latch set, Door Hanging, Door Lining and Rebated framework.
- All aspects of kitchen installation with mitred worktop joints.
- Able to use the phone and PDA to communicate effectively, explaining yourself clearly and concisely, understanding what information you need or need to provide.
- Be comfortable in dealing with tenants and remain professional even when issues are contentious.

**KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED**
- Fabrication work - remodeling and repairs to structures and frameworks.
- Previous experience of fire door installation.
- Being competent with your sphere of expertise.

**THE COMPANY BENEFITS**
- 31 days annual leave rising to 36 days with length of service (including bank holidays)
- We offer a flexible scheme to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave per year.
- On top of your salary you will receive a £100 on call retainer for each week you are on call, and will be paid for each call out you attend.
- Company sick pay after 12 months length of service
- Octopus Electric Dreams Car Scheme to enable staff to drive a new electric car - paid for through salary sacrifice.
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Employee recognition scheme
- Length of Service Rewards
- Childcare voucher scheme
- Defined contribution Pension Scheme of 8% (5% Employer and 3% Employee)
- Our Employee Assistance Programme to support all staff
- You will be issued your own company vehicle and fuel card
- Full uniform and safety equipment is provided
- Access to a tool loan for all trade staff
- Refer a Friend scheme

**QUALIFICATION REQUIRED**
- A trade specific qualification minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Carpentry.
- Must be competent in 2 other secondary skills.
- Full current driving licence
- A DBS check is required before commencement of the role

**EXPERIENCE**
- Over 3 years trade experience, ideally in the residential repairs sector.
- Have a good knowledge of residential Building Regulations
- 5 years' experience of kitchen installations = 1st and 2nd Fix
- Previous experience of Laminate fitting (Desirable)

It is a further requirement that all staff must pass a DBS check.

**Our Company values**

We take pride in everything we do - Which means we expect all our employees to:

- Present a professional appearance at all times.
- Keep your vehicle clean and tidy at all times.
- Keep your work area safe, tidy and well organised.
- Deliver a high standard of work at all times