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Builder / Groundworker

Reed
Posted 17 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Newbury, Berkshire RG14 2LA, England

Salary

£30,000 - £36,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The position is for a General Builder with a competitive annual salary, details of which will be provided upon application.
  • This full-time role is based in Newbury / West Berkshire and is offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 1 year of driving experience and must possess NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a building trade or proven experience.
  • Key responsibilities include performing general building repairs, engaging in tasks such as roofing, drainage, and fencing, while ensuring high standards of customer service.
  • Additional benefits include a yearly tool allowance, flexible benefit pot, 25 days of holiday, and a generous pension scheme.
General Builder
  • Annual Salary: Competitive (Details upon application)
  • Location: Newbury / West Berkshire
  • Job Type: Full-time, 12-month Fixed Term

Join our Clients Property Team at a leading housing association that is dedicated to making a real difference in people’s lives. They are looking for an experienced General Builder to be part of our Housing Repairs Team. This role includes a business use van and fuel card to support travel needs.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Carry out general building repairs and maintenance across various homes.
  • Engage in tasks such as digging underground drainage, repairing collapsed pipework, and installing soakaways.
  • Conduct roofing and roof repairs, assess roof integrity, and perform guttering repairs.
  • Execute re-pointing, minor rendering, tiling, and cement works.
  • Handle all types of fencing including posts, feather edge, chain link, and panels.
  • Lay self-levelling compound and floor tiles.
  • Ensure high standards of customer service and safety are maintained.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a Building trade, or proven experience in the trade.
  • Experience working in both occupied and empty premises.
  • Demonstrable good customer service skills.
  • Strong health and safety mindset with knowledge of best practices.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Full and current driving license with a minimum of 1 year’s driving experience.
  • This role is subject to a satisfactory license check, essential qualifications check, and a basic DBS disclosure.
Benefits:
  • £335 yearly Tool Allowance.
  • £450 yearly flexible benefit pot.
  • Uniform & PPE provided.
  • 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, with the option to buy or sell holiday.
  • Wellbeing discounts including discounted shopping & cycling scheme.
  • Generous pension scheme matched up to 12%, life cover at 4x your salary.
  • Opportunity for salary increase through overtime and call out.
  • iPhone and iPad provided for business use.

To apply for this General Builder position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.