
Carpenter (Housing)
Job Description
Carpenter (Repairs Specialist)
Southampton (Covering surrounding area)
Up to £36,000
Would you like to join Hyde as a Carpenter?
If you’re a hands‑on tradesperson who can turn their hand to a range of jobs and takes pride in doing things properly, we’d like to hear from you.
As a Carpenter at Hyde, you’ll be working in our homes carrying out day‑to‑day repairs and maintenance. You’ll be trusted to get jobs done right first time and to treat our customers with respect in their homes.
What you’ll be doing
Carrying out multi‑trade repairs including carpentry,and general maintenance
Fixing day‑to‑day issues such as doors, kitchens, bathrooms, leaks, walls and flooring
Completing patch plastering, minor tiling, painting and similar finishing works
Working on your own jobs but also alongside other trades when needed
Following work orders and reporting back on progress and materials used
Working safely at all times and following Hyde’s health and safety procedures
Providing a professional, friendly service to customers in their homes
UPVC Repairs & Maintenance: Repairing and maintaining windows and doors, including replacing hinges, handles, and locking mechanisms.
Installing new Fire doors, including cutting and adjusting frames.
What we’re looking for
Solid experience across multiple trades, especially carpentry
Confident using hand and power tools
Able to work independently and manage your own workload
A practical problem‑solver who can spot issues and fix them properly
Good communication skills and a customer‑friendly attitude
Physically fit and happy with hands‑on work
Experience working in social housing is a bonus
A full, valid UK driving licence
Must have UPVC skills
Benefits
A fantastic pension
Life assurance
Great holidays
Van
Uniform
Fuel Card
You’ll be working for an organisation that values skilled trades and the role they play in keeping homes safe, comfortable and well maintained. We offer steady work, a supportive team, and the chance to build a long‑term career.
Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility
Diversity and inclusion are integral to the Hyde Group, we strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is the norm and not an initiative. Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace which reflects our customer profile and where everyone is proud to be unique.
Hyde is a disability confident employer and we are here to support you with any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process.
Successful candidate will undergo a basic DBS check
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