Job Description

Builder / Carpenter - Salary 39,449 per year + Overtime + Company Vehicle

Location: Croydon area

We are seeking a highly-skilled and experienced lead builder based in or around the Croydon (Surrey/South East) area. You will be a self-starter, with extensive experience in carpentry / multi-trades work.


You'll be working as part of a highly skilled national trades team, installing our award winning Stiltz Homelifts within domestic homes.


Working as lead builder in a 2-person team, you will play a crucial role in preparing residential properties for homelift installations. This involves following technical surveys and drawings to execute structural alterations.

What you will do:

Accurately interpret and adhere to technical surveys and drawings. Carry out structural alteration works to residential properties in preparation for a homelift installation. This will include creating apertures, strengthening existing joists with timbers/steels (as required). Flooring and ceiling repairs as required. Completion of building control paperwork. Weekly/monthly checks of vehicle, tools and stock.

What we offer:

Competitive salary 39,449 per year + Overtime Company vehicle, fuel card, trade cards, tools, uniform and phone 25 days holiday + 8 statutory holidays + 1 extra day off for your birthday Life assurance & critical illness cover Company Pension Scheme Company Bonus Scheme Enhanced Cash Health Plan Wellbeing Program Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Referral Scheme Fully supported induction and on-going training/development

What you will need:

Proven first fix carpentry / multi-trades background. A good understanding of construction techniques and the ability to work precisely with technical drawings. NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Carpentry, or demonstrable comparable skills and experience. A solid knowledge of structural build principles and understanding of current building controls. A meticulous approach to work with a strong eye for detail, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship and adherence to safety and quality standards. Flexibility to travel across Surrey and surrounding areas, with occasional overnight stays where required (all travel and accommodation costs covered).

A full UK driving license (a company vehicle will be provided)

Willingness to undergo a DBS check, as the role involves working in customers' homes (the company will arrange and cover the cost).

Basic digital and administrative skills, including using a smartphone to record job updates and upload photographs.

About Us:

Stiltz Homelifts is revolutionising home accessibility, empowering people to live life to the fullest in their own homes. We design, manufacture, and install our industry leading Stiltz Homelifts, restoring independence and bringing back the joy of mobility.

This is a permanent, employed, field-based position. It is a role that would suit a highly skilled and motivated carpenter/ joiner or lead builder based in Croydon (Surrey/South East region) looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity. If that's you apply now!

No agencies please. We work with a carefully selected set of recruitment agencies and we're not looking to add to our PSL. We do not accept unsolicited agency CVs sent to the recruitment team or directly to the hiring manager and will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.