Job Description

Salary:

From 37,035 up to41,511 per annum

Grade:

JK

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time (37 Hours, Monday -Friday)

Location:

Selby area, North Yorkshire





Are you a qualified Joiner looking to further develop your skills and experience in a supervisory role in construction, we are looking to recruit a full time operative to work and manage the day-to-day operations on various sites. A comprehensive understanding of the CDM Regulations is required as well as people management to ensure you are proficient within the role.



If so, this role is for you!

Our Service

The Housing Standards Improvements team are responsible for ensuring the Councils social housing portfolio is up to date with the dwellings required to meet all current statutory, regulatory, and legislative standards.

The role

As a Mentor Joiner, you will play a crucial role in the development of new talent within our company. You will be responsible for mentoring, training, and providing hands-on guidance to junior joiners, ensuring they gain the necessary skills and experience to succeed. Your ability to lead by example and communicate effectively will be key to your success in this role.



As the Mentor you will assist Team Leaders, you will support the Team Leader in ensuring the success of the team by carrying out surveys on empty homes and helping the team to achieve results within timescales. You'll work closely with both the leadership team and employees to foster development, ensure smooth day-to-day operations, and create a positive and productive work environment. Your mentorship will help to empower team members, allowing them to reach their full potential while contributing to the company's goals.

Key Responsibilities

:


Support the Team Leader in managing daily operations, workflow, and team performance. Mentor and coach team members, helping them improve skills, productivity, and teamwork. Offer guidance and feedback to employees on task execution, providing insights and constructive advice. Be hands on with the works to increase turnaround times and set examples for the team to achieve. Foster a culture of collaboration, trust, and accountability within the team. Assist in resolving conflicts and challenges within the team while ensuring the Team Leader's vision is upheld. Assist in organizing and facilitating training sessions or workshops to support team development. Monitor team performance and provide updates to the Team Leader on progress, challenges, and achievements. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior joiners, ensuring they are trained in the best practices and techniques. Support apprentices in their day-to-day tasks, offering practical advice and feedback. Help foster a positive, inclusive, and safe working environment. Collaborate with supervisors and managers to identify training needs and opportunities for growth. Ensure that work is completed to the highest standard, following all safety regulations and quality guidelines. Monitor progress and performance, providing regular updates to management. Contribute to the continuous improvement of training materials and processes.




At this grade further training will be available to enhance the skills base as required.

At Mentor level you will be expected to:

To carry out joinery work, and work for the secondary trade in which you are trained, as per work orders or specification.

To carry out surveys on empty homes and schedule of works.

To carry out new and repair work in allied trades as needed.

Record and monitor supplied equipment as necessary.

Work to expected Health & Safety standards and safe systems of work.

Undertake professional, mandatory, and skills-based training.

Proven experience as a joiner, with hands-on experience in the trade.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to mentor and guide others.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Relevant certifications or qualifications, (Gold CSCS card, SSSTS, IOSH)

A passion for teaching and developing others in the trade.




At this grade further training will be available to enhance the skills base as required.



The role will come with a Council vehicle, you will be responsible for carrying out routine vehicle safety checks as required and must ensure compliance with requirements relating to vehicle use and maintenance. The role also is on an out of hours call out rota which you will be added to.



Please refer to full attached.

Working for us

When you join us, you are entitled to our outstanding benefits and wellbeing plan as part of your position. Our holiday entitlement starts at 28 days rising to 34 days (pro-rata) per year with continued service, plus public holidays. Pension: for your retirement with our generous local government pension scheme with a 22.6% contribution. Fitness & Rewards: Fitness discounts with various Gyms across the county. Stay on top of your game and . Lifestyle Savings: explore a huge range of discounts to help you money across hundreds of the UK's favourite high-street and online retailers. Plus, lots more...

Contact and Apply

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Karl Hankey at Karl.Hankey@northyorks.gov.uk.



To apply, simply click on the "" button. Please upload your CV (ensure personal details are removed) and submit your application by

midnight on Sunday 13

th

July 2025.

Key Documents:

Total Rewards Brochure

Key dates:

Closing date: Sunday 13th July 2025


Interview date: Week Commencing 21st July 2025





NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.



We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment.

North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Joiner

Salary:

37,035 - 41,511 per annum

Posted:

27/06/2025

Closing date:

13/07/2025

Closing time:

23:59