Job Description

Some key information

Permanent, full time position. 37 hours per week, working 8:00 - 16:00 Monday - Thursday, 8:00 - 15:30 on a Friday. You will be based at West Park Depot, Chelston Business Park, Wellington. 28 days annual leave, not including bank holidays. Progression/development opportunities available with this role.

What will I be doing?

We're working to improve the lives of people in Somerset and you'll be a key part of that. Your day-to-day work will involve:



Leading and managing a team of tradespeople to deliver high quality repairs and maintenance across our housing stock.



Inspecting completed works to ensure safety standards, building regulations and quality expectations are met.



Coordinating with other trades and supervisors to ensure seamless delivery of multi - trade repairs.



Providing on-site guidance, mentoring and training to team members to support their development.



Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations and promoting a safe working environment.



Liaising with tenants, contractors and internal teams to resolve issues and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We offer ongoing support, training and guidance to help you be the best you can be. But it will really help if you have:



Proven experience in carpentry, ideally with supervisory responsibilities in housing maintenance or construction environment.



Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team of tradespeople effectively.



Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, building codes and technical specifications.



Solid understanding of construction techniques, materials and safety regulations.



Excellent communication skills and problem-solving skills to liaise with tenants, contractors and internal teams.



A commitment to mentoring and developing team members through on-site guidance and training.

Recommended qualifications:

NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Carpentry and Joinery. Site Supervisors Safety Training scheme (SSSTS) or Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS).



Health and Safety Certification CSCS (Construction skills certification scheme) ideally at supervisory level).



We're proud to be here for the people of Somerset. And that means everyone in Somerset. An important part of this is ensuring that we are as diverse and inclusive as the people and communities we serve.



We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich our team. You can always contact the hiring manager for a chat if there's anything you want to talk about before you apply.

What's in it for me?

We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who are passionate about the work they do to improve the lives of people in Somerset.



We offer great training and development opportunities, with supportive management. As well as this, we have some fantastic employee benefits available:


We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home. Generous annual leave allowance, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave Staff discounts in gyms. Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee wellbeing services. Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme and optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme. A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work and health screenings. My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance benefits and more...

Anything else I should know?

When completing your application/CV please provide your full employment history and ensure that any gaps in employment are explained. Please start with your current or most recent employment.



Please double check your email address to ensure it is correct on your application.



For an informal chat about the role, please contact Roy Porter on 07866 441050 or e-mail roy.porter@somerset.gov.uk



If you have all the information you need, just hit the apply button - we can't wait to hear from you.

DBS information

This role requires DBS clearance via the online disclosures procedure.



Job Reference: SCC05916