Joiner (Multi Skilled)
- Salary: £37,804 per annum
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Contract Type: Permanent
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Working Hours: 39 hours per week
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Service area: Property Maintenance, Progress Housing Group
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Location: Leyland,
At Progress Housing Group, your work supports communities and changes lives.
We make sure every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference - where you work with purpose, your growth is supported, and you are proud to belong.
From inclusive recruitment practices to tailored support at work, we create an environment where everyone can succeed.
The role
- As a Joiner Multi Skilled, (known internally as a Lead Joiner) you will carry out Kitchen Installation, reactive repairs, void re-instatement, planned maintenance and installation work across internal and external client properties.
- You will complete high-quality joinery work with due regard for safety, productivity and customer satisfaction, always acting as a positive representative of Progress Housing Group.
- You will also carry out associated multi-skilled trade work where required, helping complete jobs effectively and, where possible, in one visit.
- You will communicate clearly with customers, colleagues and stakeholders, treating customers and their homes with respect while explaining the nature and purpose of the work being carried out.
- Carry out associated trade works, such as plastering, rendering brickwork, plumbing, tiling, screeding, painting, in order to complete the job in one visit. Using appropriate tools and equipment provided by the organisation.
- Be aware of and adhere to all the relevant Building Regulations, Codes of Practice and Risk Assessments relevant to the trade.
What we’re looking for
Essential
- Recognised Trade Qualification (NVQ/SVQ/City & Guilds)
- Full U.K Driving Licence
- Experience of multi-skilled work in the following areas - plumbing, plastering, brickwork, tiling and painting.
- Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety at work.
- Experience of dealing with people in a customer service environment.
- Effective communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
Desirable
- Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS)
- Working with or previously completed works for a Social Housing Landlord
- Aware of development needs and works towards achieving them.
Our offer to you
Competitive pay, flexible leave options and benefits that help you thrive - personally and professionally.
Financial
- Competitive salary with occupational sick pay
- Pension scheme with matched contributions of up to 7.5%
- Salary sacrifice Greencar lease scheme
Work-life balance
26 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 31 after 5 years’ service (pro rata) - option to purchase further days and a paid day off for your birthday.
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Agile working (role dependent) with hybrid and flexible working options
- Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
Wellbeing
- Learning, training and career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme and Medicash
About Progress Housing Group
More than three decades on, our commitment to helping people find the right place to live remains at the heart of what we do.
People trust us to create a place for them to call home and to provide outstanding support services and opportunities to help them to live their best lives.
Whether it is an affordable home, supported housing, technology-enabled care solutions, or services supporting those in crisis, we make a meaningful difference to thousands of people, every day.
We are ambitious and we are looking for people who are motivated, dynamic, and committed to delivering the highest standards for our tenants and customers.
Our sector plays a crucial role in contributing to a fairer, and more equitable society. Working here offers a genuine opportunity to positively influence communities and people’s lives.
Looking forward at Progress
Social purpose, innovation and sustainability are at the heart of our organisation.
We’re investing in our people, technology and services to build a more resilient, sustainable and equitable future for our customers and communities.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
Inclusion matters here, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can belong and thrive.
AI Statement
We support the ethical and transparent use of AI to drive innovation and efficiency.
However, authenticity is important to us, and we will prioritise applications that clearly reflect your experience, voice and originality
Next steps
Closing date: Monday 10th August 2026 - 23:59pm
Shortlisting date: W/C 10th August 2026
Interview date: 20th and 21st August 2026
Interview type: In person at our Leyland Office
