Carpenter

We're looking for a skilled Carpenter / Multi-Trade Operative to join our NHG team. You'll bring strong carpentry and fire-door maintenance experience, while also carrying out locksmithing and glazing tasks to maintain residents' safety, security, and comfort. You'll take pride in delivering a professional, resident-focused service with a focus on first-time fixes and high-quality workmanship. What You'll Do

• Carry out all aspects of carpentry, including door hanging, skirting, architraves, kitchen fitting, and flooring.
• Deliver fire-door maintenance, repairs, and fire-stopping works to a high standard.
• Support wider multi-trade repairs, including:
• Patch plastering and making good
• Wall and floor tiling
• Basic plumbing and drainage tasks
• Painting and decorating to a professional finish
• Undertaking locksmithing tasks, including: Lock installation, replacement and repair across domestic doors and communal entrances
• Carry out glazing works, including: Glass repairs and replacements, and sealing and finishing to professional standards
• Record work accurately in real time via the Axis mobile app.
• Collaborate with supervisors, planners, and admin teams to keep delivery smooth and efficient.
• Complete risk assessments and follow Health & Safety procedures at all times.
• Support apprentices and uphold Axis's high standards of customer service.
• Work across occupied residential properties and be available to participate in out-of-hours support or emergency callout rota when required.
  
  You're a reliable, adaptable tradesperson with a solid carpentry background and well-rounded multi-trade skills.
• You're confident carrying out locksmithing and glazing tasks, communicate clearly, and take pride in your work.
• You deliver a service residents can trust, helping to keep homes across the NHG portfolio safe, secure, and well-presented.
Requirements
• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent)
• Experience in Fire-Door Maintenance and Fire Protection works
• Competence in locksmithing and/or glazing repairs (training can be provided)
• Strong multi-trade skills (plastering, tiling, basic plumbing, decorating)
• Valid CSCS card and Working at Heights / PASMA certification (desirable)
• Full UK driving licence and well-maintained tool kit
• Knowledge of social-housing repairs & maintenance
• Strong Health & Safety awareness and attention to detail
  
  Axis Europe, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist with 55+ years' experience, employing over 1,500 people and supporting 250+ clients across the UK. We deliver repairs, planned maintenance, refurbishment, compliance and fire safety, combining local, responsive teams with the scale and stability of a national group.
This role supports our long-term partnership with Notting Hill Genesis (NHG), one of London's largest housing providers. We deliver reactive, planned and disrepair works across thousands of homes, keeping properties safe, comfortable and well-maintained, using modern digital systems to keep work flowing smoothly.


• Up to £38k
• Company van and fuel card for work purposes
• 23 days' annual leave + bank holidays
• Up to £2,000 colleague referral fee
• Long-service awards at key milestones
• Perkbox - discounts on coffee, cinema, travel and wellbeing
• 1 paid volunteer day each year
• Ongoing training, support and progression - Axis promotes from within