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Carpenter Multi Trader (Voids)

Randstad Construction & Property·Fareham·Posted 1 week ago

💰 0-0k GBP/year

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Job description

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Multi Trade needed for a Maintenance Contractor undertaking void repairs on local authority properties.

Responsibilities:

Ability toundertake a wide variety of Carpentry, plumbing and other trades tasks at a multi skilled level
Provide a high-quality service to customers and maintain a good customer relationship
This will include full void repair work.
Daily jobs will include Carpentry, plumbing, tiling, lock changes, patch plastering, decorating.

Requirements:

Have knowledge of the materials and methods used in the building and maintenance industry.
Full current driving license.
Competent to complete a wide variety carpentry, plumbing and other trade tasks at multiskilled level
Demonstrable experience with a variety of carpentry and plumbing works across a variety of properties
Minimum NVQ level 2, or time served experience in either carpentry, masonry and/or plumbing with proven competency in non-core trades.
Experience of working as part of a trade team delivering to tight timescales
Full Driving licence (clean)
Ability to undertake physically demanding work

If you feel that this role is suitable for you then please call Russell Freeman on .

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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Key skills

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Must-have skills

CarpentryPlumbingNVQ Level 2Full driving licenceMulti trade skillsBuilding maintenance experience

Nice-to-have

Local authority experienceVoid property repairsMasonryTime served experience

Soft skills

Customer serviceTeamworkTime managementPhysical staminaAdaptability

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🔨 Highlight your multi trade capabilities prominently as this role specifically requires carpentry, plumbing, tiling and decorating skills

📜 Emphasise your NVQ Level 2 qualification or time-served experience as this is a minimum requirement

🏠 Showcase any void property or local authority housing experience as this is the primary work focus

🚗 Confirm your full clean driving licence prominently as daily travel between properties is essential

⏰ Demonstrate your ability to work to tight timescales with specific examples from previous maintenance roles

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•Completed 45 void property repairs per month across carpentry, plumbing and decorating trades for local authority contractor
•Delivered full void turnarounds within 5-day target timescales, maintaining 98% customer satisfaction scores
•Managed daily maintenance schedules covering lock changes, tiling and patch plastering across 12 properties weekly

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Dear Hiring Manager,

Randstad's void repair contracts with local authorities align perfectly with my multi trade background in carpentry and plumbing. My NVQ Level 2 qualification and experience across tiling, decorating and patch plastering make me well-suited for the varied daily tasks this role demands.

My background in property maintenance has equipped me with the skills to work efficiently across multiple trades while maintaining high customer service standards. I understand the importance of completing void properties to tight timescales and have consistently delivered quality work in similar environments.

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Technical

›What types of void repairs have you completed in local authority properties?
›How do you prioritise multiple trades tasks when completing a full void property?
›Describe your experience with patch plastering and when you would use different techniques
›What safety considerations do you take when changing locks in void properties?
›How do you ensure quality standards when working across multiple trades disciplines?

Behavioural

›Tell me about a time when you had to complete work to a tight deadline
›Describe a situation where you had to deal with a difficult customer during property maintenance
›Give an example of when you had to work as part of a team to complete a large project
›How do you handle physically demanding work over long periods?
›Tell me about a time when you had to adapt your approach to solve an unexpected problem

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1Question

Tell me about a time when you had to complete work to a tight deadline

I was assigned to complete a 3-bedroom void property that needed to be ready for new tenants within 4 days instead of the usual 7. The property required new kitchen units, bathroom plumbing repairs, and full redecorating. I created a detailed schedule, starting with plumbing repairs on day 1, carpentry work on day 2, and decorating over days 3-4. By working extended hours and coordinating with the materials supplier for early morning deliveries, I completed the void 6 hours ahead of schedule. The property passed inspection first time and the new tenants moved in as planned, avoiding any rental income loss for the housing association.

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Describe a situation where you had to deal with a difficult customer during property maintenance

While completing void repairs, a neighbour complained about noise levels and questioned the quality of my work. Rather than becoming defensive, I took time to explain the repair schedule and showed them the high standard of work being completed. I adjusted my working hours to start 30 minutes later to respect their concerns about early morning noise. I also provided regular updates on progress and completion timescales. By the end of the week, they complimented the transformation of the property and thanked me for my professional approach. This experience taught me that clear communication and flexibility can turn challenging situations into positive relationships.

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