Building jobs in Tarleton

Joiner

• Salary: £35,467 per annum
• Contract Type: Secondment / fixed term 12 month
• Working Hours: 39.00 hours per week

• Service area: Property Services
• Office basis: Agile
• Location: Leyland

At Progress Housing Group, your work supports communities and changes lives.

We make sure every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference - where you work with purpose, your growth is supported, and you are proud to belong.

From inclusive recruitment practices to tailored support at work, we create an environment where everyone can succeed.

The role

• We are looking for a skilled Joiner to carry out reactive repairs, void re-instatement, planned maintenance and installation work across internal and external client properties.
• You will complete a range of joinery works to a high standard, ensuring all work is delivered with due regard for safety, quality and productivity.
• You will work in line with Health and Safety requirements, Building Regulations, Codes of Practice and relevant risk assessments, making sure appointments are kept and repairs are completed promptly within agreed timescales.
• You will communicate effectively with customers, colleagues and stakeholders, treating customers and their property with respect and explaining the nature and purpose of the work being carried out.
• You will accurately complete job tickets and documentation, maintain tools, equipment and your vehicle, and report any defects, damage or barriers to productivity to your Team Leader.
• You will liaise regularly with colleagues, Team Leaders and Managers to support multi-trade jobs, resolve issues and work efficiently across Property Services.
• You will also take part in standby and out-of-hours operative rotas, attending genuine emergency repairs as required, and may be required to work away when needed by the organisation.

What we’re looking for

Essential

• A recognised trade qualification, such as NVQ, SVQ or City & Guilds.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Strong knowledge and experience of all types of joinery works for internal and external customers.
• Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety at work, including relevant legislation, Building Regulations, Codes of Practice and risk assessments.
• Experience of dealing with people in a customer service environment.
• Ability to keep accurate records and complete job documentation clearly and promptly.
• Ability to work on your own initiative, stay self-motivated and work effectively under pressure.
• Effective communication skills with internal and external customers.
• A hard-working, enthusiastic and flexible approach, with a professional and polite manner at all times.

Desirable

• Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS).
• Locksmith experience.
• Experience of working for a social housing landlord.
• Awareness of your development needs and a commitment to working towards them.

Our offer to you

Competitive pay, flexible leave options and benefits that help you thrive - personally and professionally.

Financial

Competitive salary with occupational sick pay

• Access to a great pension scheme with matched contributions of up to 7.5%

Salary sacrifice greencar lease scheme

• Offers, discounts and reloadable payment cards from entertainment, sports, retail and dining partners

Work-life balance

26 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 31 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days and a paid day off for your birthday.

• Agile working (role dependent) with hybrid and flexible working options

• Family friendly policies with enhanced leave

Wellbeing

• Progression opportunities and training

• Employee Assistance Programme and Medicash

• Volunteering Scheme

• Colleague Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging networks, wellbeing champions and People Forum

About Progress Housing Group

More than three decades on, our commitment to helping people find the right place to live remains at the heart of what we do.

People trust us to create a place for them to call home and to provide outstanding support services and opportunities to help them to live their best lives.

Whether it is an affordable home, supported housing, technology-enabled care solutions, or services supporting those in crisis, we make a meaningful difference to thousands of people, every day.

We are ambitious and we are looking for people who are motivated, dynamic, and committed to delivering the highest standards for our tenants and customers.

Looking forward at Progress

Social purpose, innovation and sustainability are at the heart of our organisation.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

Inclusion matters here, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can belong and thrive.

AI Statement

We support the ethical and transparent use of AI to drive innovation and efficiency.

However, authenticity is important to us, and we will prioritise applications that clearly reflect your experience, voice and originality

Next steps

Closing date: midnight on Sunday 8th November 2026

Shortlisting date: Monday 9th November 2026

Interview date: 19th and 20th November 2026

Interview type: In person at our Leyland Office