Skilled Technician - Carpenter
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Swindon and surrounding areas
Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 per annum
About Us
SEED Environmental is one of the UK's leading providers of intelligent environmental and property incident response, remediation and restoration services for our insurance, commercial and public sector clients. We adopt an "Intelligent Solutions" approach, assessing and analysing every incident on its merits before implementing a unique response.
As part of the Celnor Group, we maintain a family culture where everyone is welcoming, helpful, and open to ideas. We value giving people a voice and creating an environment where colleagues can thrive and develop their careers.
About the Role
We are seeking a Skilled Technician - Carpenter to join our Fire & Flood team, based in Swindon and surrounding areas. This role involves the delivery of carpentry works ranging from minor reactive repairs through to full kitchen installation and reinstatement fit-outs within domestic and commercial restoration projects. You will work on diverse projects, providing high-quality carpentry expertise and ensuring all work meets our stringent standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced carpenter to deliver quality work on varied restoration projects within a supportive and growing team.
Key Responsibilities
- First and second fix carpentry
- Door and frame installation
- Skirting, architrave, and finishing carpentry
- Stud partition construction
- Flooring installation
- Minor structural timber repairs
- Accurate measuring and setting out
- Full kitchen removal and installation
- Cabinet fitting and alignment
- Worktop installation including laminate and solid surface materials
- Integration of appliances
- Coordination with plumbing and electrical trades
- Adjustment, finishing, and snag rectification
- Execution of minor repairs and patch works
- Partial kitchen replacements and full kitchen strip-out and reinstatement
- Working within occupied domestic properties in a professional and courteous manner
- Working to agreed programmes and deadlines
- Compliance with health and safety requirements on site
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
- NVQ Level 2 in Site Carpentry or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Ability to undertake first and second fix carpentry to a high standard
- Competency in kitchen installation and fitting
- Accurate measuring, marking out, and fitting skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with other trades
What We're Looking For:
We seek a skilled and professional carpenter who takes pride in delivering high-quality work. The successful candidate will be reliable and punctual, able to work independently and as part of a team, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of workmanship and safety. You will be flexible and adaptable, able to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced restoration environment.
Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary of £38,000 - £40,000 per annum and provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:
- Company van with fuel card
- Overtime rates
- Meal allowances for away work
- Holiday entitlement starting at 20 days, increasing with service up to 25 days plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Life insurance (2x annual salary)
- Enhanced sick pay and employee assistance programme
SEED Environmental is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you're the right fit for this role.