Job Description

Are you an experienced Trades person with a specialist in Joinery?

Looking for a role that offers stability while making a real difference in people's lives?

At Lincolnshire Housing Partnership, our vision is to create places to be proud of, and our mission is simple: the basics done well. If you're passionate about delivering quality work that truly impacts lives, we'd love to hear from you.



We're currently looking for a Multi-Skilled Trades Person to join our Repairs team in Boston.


As a member of our in-house repairs team, you'll respond to customers' needs by carrying out minor repairs within their homes. We're looking for someone with experience across multiple trades, enabling us to complete most jobs in a single visit and deliver a more efficient service to our customers.


If you want to do an 'honest day's graft', and be of a supportive team that values hard work and integrity--this could be the perfect opportunity for you

Location:

Boston

Salary:

32,907.34 (plus additional pay for being on call out)

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week



You'll be equipped with:


A company vehicle Fuel card Branded workwear All the tools you need to do your job with pride

What will a typical week look like?

Working at LHP offers variety, challenge and the chance to make a real difference - but it's not always easy, you'll have a fantastic team around you as support and to celebrate your team success.



A Typical Week as a Multi- skilled Trades Person



You'll start the week by maintaining van stock to ensure you have the right materials on hand, reducing downtime and unnecessary trips to suppliers. You'll carry out Joinery work--ranging from skirting/architrave, kitchen removal/fitting, repairing or replacing all timber elements, to resealing windows and doors, and ensuring fixtures are secure and weather-tight. You'll attend other scheduled appointments in our customers' homes around other trades to carry out minor repairs--anything from fixing a broken door, an uneven skirting board or patching plasterwork. You'll ensure all work is completed safely, using appropriate PPE, dust sheets, and overshoes to protect the property and show respect to the customer. Communication is key--you'll regularly update planners, team leaders, and colleagues using our housing management system, ensuring accurate records and keeping customers informed. Carry out dynamic risk assessments on-site and report any unsafe conditions immediately. You'll always stay alert and report anything that doesn't seem right--whether it's a safeguarding concern, signs of tenancy fraud, or issues like damp and mould. You'll support estate-wide maintenance tasks, such as brickwork repairs or external groundworks. You'll visit void properties to carry out improvement works--this could include joinery, plumbing, or groundworks.
You'll participate in the out-of-hours rota, responding to emergency repairs across our properties.

What Skills and Experience will you need as a

Multi- skilled Trades Person?

Strong experience in Joinery is essential Experience in other trades, i.e plumbing, plastering, flooring, tiling is highly desirable A minimum of 2 years' experience in the repairs of domestic properties An awareness of health and safety considerations within a domestic property (i.e. Asbestos, working around customers, working at heights & electrics) The ability to use PDA/iPad and other electronic communication devices The ability to interpret a job type from a handheld device and carry out those tasks in a timely manner The ability to communicate on regular basis with team leaders and planners to ensure work is carried out and completed to the highest possible standard Must have a full valid, clean driving license

What's in It for You?

We're a local housing association rooted in the Grimsby and Boston communities. Many of our colleagues live in the same areas we serve, giving us a shared purpose to improve lives.



At LHP, we invest in our people. You'll have access to:


Career progression routes to Team Leader or Manager roles Training opportunities (e.g., PASMA, Cat & Genny, Abrasive Wheels) Westfield Health package worth 1,200 annually Up to 12% employer pension contribution 24 days holiday + bank holidays, with extra days for full attendance Mental Health First Aiders across the business Company vehicle, uniform, and tools Emergency call-out pay

T

o apply,

simply attach your up-to-date CV, a brief list of trades you're experienced in, or a link to your website or social media page showcasing your work and recommendations.



As part of the interview process, you'll be invited to a first-stage informal chat. This is a chance for us to get to know you better--your motivations, values, and how you work within a team. It's also a great opportunity for you to learn more about us and the role.



The second stage will include a practical skills assessment. This is your chance to showcase your trade expertise and demonstrate how your skills align with what we're looking for in the role.

Interviews will take place on 11th November

Finally some key Information

At

Lincolnshire Housing Partnership

, we're committed to maintaining a fair, transparent, and accessible recruitment process. Upon request, reasonable adjustments will be made for all candidates.



It's important to ensure that the role you're applying for is the right fit for you. If you have any questions or need more information, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team at

Recruitment@lincolnshirehp.com

for a friendly chat



Please be aware that we may close the vacancy early if we receive a large number of applications or if there are changes in business priorities.



To be eligible for employment with us, you must reside in the UK for the entire duration of your employment. You will be required to provide evidence of your Right to Work during the recruitment process

All offers of Employment is subject to a DBS Check and Satisfactory References