Carpenter jobs in Raunds

Carpenter / Multi-Trade Operative

Upkeep Contracts Ltd

Location: Northamptonshire – working across Northamptonshire and surrounding areas

Salary: £44,200 – £52,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, PAYE

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm (40 hours per week, excluding breaks)

About Us

Upkeep Contracts Ltd is a growing refurbishment contractor specialising in works across the education, local authority and wider public sectors.

We work with schools, academy trusts, councils and other public sector organisations, delivering everything from reactive maintenance and planned repairs to larger refurbishment and improvement projects.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced Carpenter / Multi-Trade Operative to join our team who takes pride in their workmanship, has a positive attitude and enjoys being part of a professional, motivated team.

The Role

This is a varied, hands-on position involving carpentry, maintenance and refurbishment works across a range of occupied and unoccupied properties.

You will work both independently and alongside other trades, delivering high-quality work while maintaining the professional standards our clients expect.

Typical duties will include:

• First and second fix carpentry.
• Fire door installation, replacement and associated remedial works.
• Kitchen fitting, including units, worktops and associated joinery.
• Internal door installation, frames, architraves and skirting.
• General building maintenance and property repairs.
• Minor multi-trade repairs and finishing works.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Proven experience as a carpenter, ideally with additional multi-trade skills.
• Excellent practical carpentry and joinery skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A motivated, reliable and proactive approach to work.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude towards clients.
• Ability to organise workloads and solve problems effectively.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to work in schools, public buildings and other occupied environments.

Desirable:

• Additional skills in plumbing, flooring, tiling or general building maintenance.
• Experience working in schools, local authority housing or commercial properties.
• Relevant NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent carpentry qualifications.

What We Offer

We believe in looking after our team and providing a stable, rewarding working environment.

• Competitive salary of £44,200 – £52,000 per annum, dependent on experience and capabilities.
• Company van provided.
• Company fuel card.
• Permanent PAYE employment.
• 40-hour working week, Monday to Friday.
• Company pension scheme.
• Paid annual leave and bank holidays
• Company uniform and PPE provided.
• Opportunities for training, development and progression.
• Supportive working environment within a growing and ambitious company.
• Long-term career opportunities and job security.

Who Would Suit This Role?

The ideal candidate will be someone who takes ownership of their work, uses their initiative and genuinely cares about delivering a quality finish.

We value attitude, reliability and teamwork just as highly as technical ability.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced carpenter looking for a permanent position with a growing company, excellent employment benefits and a varied workload, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply through Indeed with your CV and details of your relevant experience.

Upkeep Contracts Ltd

www.upkeepcontracts.com

Pay: £44,200.00-£52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company pension

Work Location: In person