Location
Harrow, North London

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£37,490 - £39,463 per annum

About the Role
We are recruiting an experienced multi-skilled Carpenter with a background in social housing or local authority environments. You will undertake carpentry and other trade repairs and maintenance work, delivering high quality, ‘right first time’, and cost-effective building services to the business and its customers. Your work will comply with current legislation, British Standards, Codes of Practice, safe systems of work, and recognised industrial standards, minimizing damage to the property fabric.

To support your role, you will be provided with a company vehicle (Metworks van), full uniform, all required PPE, and the latest handheld technology. You will also have access to regular employee forums and feedback groups.

Benefits
- 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
- 2 volunteering days per year
- 1 additional ‘Beliefs day’ annually
- Supported family friendly approach with extended parental leave
- Enhanced pension with matched contributions up to 9%
- Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave per year
- Life assurance cover (3x salary)
- Cycle2work scheme
- Hybrid working depending on role and department
- Health cash plan scheme (including family members)
- Interest-free tenancy deposit and season ticket loans
- Extensive learning and training opportunities via Wisebox platform
- Colleague virtual social platform for organisational updates and networking
- Career progression support including mentoring, coaching, apprenticeships, and career planning
- Employee Assistance Programme supporting colleague wellbeing

About Us
Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) is committed to sustainability initiatives to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable practices. We value equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a collaborative environment where all employees and customers feel comfortable being their true selves. We are a Disability Confident employer and provide employee network groups focused on Gender, Ethnicity, LGBTQ+, and Disability.

Our core values of Dare, Care, and Collaborate reflect our people-focused approach to solving social issues together.

Experience
Proven experience as a multi-skilled carpenter, ideally within social housing or local authority settings. Ability to undertake associated trade tasks within competency.

Qualifications
NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in carpentry or related trade is essential.

About You
- Reliable and professional with a strong work ethic
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to delivering high quality, cost-effective services
- Full UK driving licence is required to operate the company vehicle
- Willingness to comply with health and safety standards and company policies

Additional Information
A standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be completed upon offer of employment, with costs covered by the organisation. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.