General Builder

Salary:

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Here at Sovereign Network Group we provide quality, affordable homes in happy, successful places. What we do makes a real difference to people's lives, and you'll share the satisfaction of doing something that really matters in a environment where your health and safety is important to ensure you and your colleagues stay safe and well, everywhere, every day.

We are now the 6th largest housing association by size - with almost 3000 colleagues, over 85,000 homes and over 200,000 customers across London and the South.

We're currently recruiting for an experienced General Builder to join our Property Team in our Newbury, Thatcham and Reading locality. As you'll spend a fair amount of time on the road we will provide you with a business use van and fuel card so you'll not be out of pocket.

What you'll do:

As a Builder you'll carry out all forms of general building repairs and maintenance across our homes as part of our Responsive Repairs Team.

• Digging underground drainage, repairing collapsed pipework and installing soakaways.
• Roofing and roof repairs, roof problem solving, assessing roof integrity and guttering repairs.
• Re-pointing, minor rendering, tiling and cement works.
• All types of fencing, posts, feather edge, chain link and panels.
• Laying self-levelling compound, flooring and floor tiles
• Repairing brickwork and blockwork.

What you'll need:

• Ideally, you'll have a minimum of NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a Building trade OR have proven experience working in the trade.
• You will have experience of working in both occupied and empty premises and be able to demonstrate good customer service skills. 
• Have a strong health and safety mindset with knowledge of health & safety best practices.
• Enjoy working as part of a team.

What else do you need to know?

• This is a full-time 40 hour role
• Due to a requirement to travel within this role, candidates must hold a full and current driving license with a minimum of 1 years driving experience

Job Description

We have some great benefits at SNG, including:

• Tool Allowance

• Uniform & PPE

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)

• Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package

• 3 additional wellbeing days and 2 paid volunteering days

• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption pay 

• Generous matched pension scheme up to 12% and Life cover at 4x salary

• A van and fuel card for business travel

• iPhone and iPad

• SmartTech - Buy an electrical item and pay it off through your salary over 12 months

At Sovereign Network Group, we are passionate about inclusion for all and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG. Take a look at our careers site to learn more about us and our values.

Please note a Basic DBS check will be undertaken for the successful candidate.