Multi Skilled Carpenter

Role overview

Walsall Council is recruiting a Multi-Skilled Carpenter to join the team in Walsall, West Midlands. This is a permanent, on-site position offering 37 hours per week and a salary of £40,754 to £43,042 per annum, along with a strong benefits package. The role is suited to an experienced carpenter who can also carry out a range of related trades and wants steady work with a good work-life balance.

What the role involves

• Carrying out a broad mix of carpentry work together with other trade tasks such as plumbing, plastering, and tiling.
• Completing everything from small repairs through to full replacements and installations.
• Working efficiently and to a high standard while using a handheld device to manage appointments and complete any necessary follow-up or administrative tasks.
• Keeping van stock at the agreed level and taking full ownership of the stock held in the vehicle.
• Looking after vehicles, tools, plant, equipment, and materials issued by the organisation.
• Following all health and safety requirements, including the correct use of PPE, risk assessments, and work instructions.
• Providing excellent customer service and working towards KPIs with a focus on resolving issues on the first visit where possible.

Benefits and rewards

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to increase earnings through out-of-hours work and overtime.
• Regular, guaranteed work close to home.
• 37-hour working week and a strong work-life balance.
• 27 days of annual leave plus Christmas shutdown.
• Local government pension scheme.
• Annual leave purchase scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Uniform and full PPE provided.

About the employer

The organisation provides affordable homes across the Midlands and focuses on building sustainable communities. Its purpose is to help people live in safe, secure homes that support a successful life. The workplace is shaped by the values of being trustworthy, respectful, accountable, collaborative, and excellent, with a strong emphasis on inclusion.

Additional information

This role is part of an ongoing recruitment campaign, so applications will be reviewed as they are received. The advert may close early if enough suitable applications are received. The vacancy is eligible for the colleague refer-a-friend scheme. The role is open to both internal and external applicants.

The organisation has been recognised as a top employer in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026 awards, reflecting its focus on employee pride, job satisfaction, wellbeing, reward, and recognition. It is also a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to supporting applicants with disabilities.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of customers and communities. A DBS check may be required for some roles as part of pre-employment screening.