Joiner

Role overview

We are seeking an experienced Joiner to work locally on homes and neighbourhood properties in Bristol and the surrounding area. This is a permanent role with steady work, a company van, and the chance to help improve customers' homes within your community. The employer is a major UK housing provider known for inclusive communities and a strong workplace culture.

What you will receive

• Company van supplied with a fuel card
• 35 days of annual leave, bank holidays included, with the option to buy or sell leave
• Overtime opportunities
• Standard working hours of 08:00 to 16:30, Monday to Friday
• Tools, uniform, iPad, mobile phone, and PPE provided
• Pension scheme with matched contributions up to 7%
• Permanent employment with stable, regular work
• Consistent workload in your allocated patch
• Company bonus scheme of up to 2% for all colleagues
• Death in service cover
• Paid sick leave

Key duties

You will carry out joinery work in domestic settings, including repairs and installations. The role involves working from specifications and agreed standards, keeping customers' belongings and homes protected, and coordinating with supervisors, schedulers, and other team members to meet deadlines. You will also keep accurate records, complete documentation, and help support apprentices while contributing to team KPIs.

Day-to-day work

Your day will usually involve a planned route of repair and maintenance tasks, travel between appointments in a company vehicle, and a mix of solo and team-based work. You will speak directly with residents in their homes and complete jobs efficiently while maintaining quality and compliance.

Work environment

The position covers occupied homes, void properties, and other domestic properties in your local area, including settings where vulnerable customers may be present.

Essential requirements

To be shortlisted, you must meet every essential criterion below.

• NVQ Level 2 in Joinery, or an equivalent qualification
• Previous experience as a Joiner, preferably in social housing or domestic properties
• Full UK driving licence
• Based within the BS postcode area because of the local patch covered

Additional experience preferred

• Experience across more than one trade
• Comfort using IT systems, or a willingness to learn digital tools

Hiring process and important notes

The hiring team is aiming to interview suitable candidates quickly. Successful applicants will join an induction programme covering systems, working practices, and everything needed to get started. A Basic DBS check is required for this role. You may also be asked to work in surrounding areas.

Equal opportunity and safeguarding

The organisation places safeguarding at the centre of its work and carries out pre-employment checks, including DBS checks where relevant, to help maintain a safe environment for customers and colleagues. It also supports the Armed Forces Covenant, the Disability Confident scheme, and neurodivergent applicants, with guaranteed interviews for candidates who meet the essential criteria where stated.

How to be considered

Applicants should submit a CV along with a supporting statement showing how they meet the requirements of the role. Early applications are encouraged because the closing date may be brought forward if enough strong applications are received. If you need help with the application, support is available through the employer's skills and employment team.

Applicant support

For candidates using a mobile device, the CV must be saved in cloud storage that is supported by the application process.