Job Title: General Builder (with Handyman/Maintenance Duties)
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week (8am – 5pm, Monday to Friday)
Location: Mobile – across EHSL properties
Holidays: 25 days per year, your birthday off, plus all Bank Holidays
Plus 2 additional days after 3 years of continuous service.
EHSL is proud to be an accredited Living Wage Employer, and committed to creating a safe, supportive, and rewarding work environment for our team.
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled General Builder to join our mobile property services team. This is a hands-on, practical role where your primary responsibility will be delivering a range of general building and repair works across our supported housing schemes.
When building work is not required, you will support the wider property team by carrying out general handyman and maintenance tasks. You’ll work independently across multiple sites and must be confident in managing your own workload and delivering quality work.
This is a great opportunity for a multi-skilled builder who enjoys variety, autonomy, and making a positive difference to people's homes.
Key Responsibilities
Primary Duties – General Building:
- Carry out building repairs including brickwork, plastering, rendering, flooring, tiling, and basic roofing
- Complete minor structural work such as internal wall adjustments, repairs, and stud wall installation
- Deliver refurbishment work in void properties (e.g. wall repairs, flooring, finishes)
- Undertake general carpentry tasks such as fitting skirting, doors, frames, or basic joinery
- Support with small-scale project works across EHSL’s property portfolio
Secondary Duties – Handyman & Maintenance (when building work is not required):
- General property maintenance including painting, decorating, minor repairs
- Support with grounds upkeep, jet washing, and pest control as needed
- Carry out basic compliance checks and assist with remedial actions
- Communal cleaning or void preparation where required
- Assist with emergency repairs and health and safety reporting
Work Style
This is a mobile role — you’ll begin and end your day from home, travelling to different sites using EHSL’s scheduling and task systems. You’ll work independently, supported remotely by our property and housing teams.
About You
You are a skilled general builder with a wide range of practical experience. You take pride in quality workmanship, work efficiently, and enjoy a varied workload. You're happy to step into general maintenance when needed and are committed to high standards in everything you do.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience in general building, including plastering, brickwork, carpentry, and small refurbishments
- Comfortable with minor structural adjustments and domestic repair work
- Fluent in English (spoken, written, and read)
- Full UK driving licence
- Self-motivated and able to manage your own schedule
- Able to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Reliable, respectful, and professional in your approach
Why Join EHSL?
- Competitive salary: £35,000 per year
- 25 days’ holiday, birthday off, plus all Bank Holidays
- 2 additional holiday days after 3 years of service
- Accredited Living Wage Employer
- Supportive, inclusive culture focused on improving homes and lives
- Opportunities to grow your skills within a forward-thinking housing charity
How to Apply
If you’re a skilled builder looking for a rewarding and flexible role in supported housing, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the EHSL team.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Experience:
- General Builder: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- clean driving license (required)
Work Location: On the road
