Reports to: Site Manager
Department: Site Operations
Salary: £35,100 – £46,800 per annum (dependent on experience)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 4:30pm, 45 hours per week (30 min lunch break)
About the Role
Are you an experienced Multi-Skilled Tradesperson who takes pride in delivering high-quality construction, fit-out, and finishing work? Join our growing team in Chichester, where you will be responsible for the versatile manufacturing, refurbishment, and installation of our premium modular and portable buildings.
In this role, you will work across multiple disciplines - transforming raw components into durable, customer-ready products both within our advanced manufacturing facility and on customer sites across the UK.
If you enjoy dynamic precision work and want to see the direct impact of your multi-talented craftsmanship every day, this is the perfect move for you.
Key Responsibilities
- Fit-Out & internal installations: installing internal fixtures and fittings, including doors, skirting boards, architraves, kitchens, and bespoke timber finishes. You will also assist with the installation of metal stud partitions, plasterboard systems, and insulation.
- Plumbing & basic services: carrying out basic plumbing installations, including sanitaryware, kitchen units, and necessary pipework modifications.
- Finishing & decoration: installing various flooring types, wall panels, and ceiling systems. You will also assist with painting, decorating, tape and joint repairs, and overall fine finishing works.
- Refurbishment, snagging & repairs: conducting general repairs, refurbishment works, and thorough snagging on completed modular buildings, as well as maintaining and upgrading existing modular units.
- Site operations & logistics: reading and interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions. You will support the loading, unloading, and precision installation of modular buildings on customer sites across the UK.
- Cross-trade support: collaborating with and assisting specialist trades, including carpenters, plumbers, electricians, painters, and dryliners whenever required to ensure smooth production.
- Equipment & housekeeping: operating hand tools, power tools, and site equipment safely and competently. You will maintain all tools, plant, and equipment in a safe, serviceable condition while keeping excellent housekeeping standards across the workshop, yard, and construction sites.
- Safety & continuous improvement: ensuring all work meets strict company quality standards and customer specifications. You will actively attend toolbox talks, safety briefings, and mandatory training, while promptly reporting any hazards, defects, near misses, or quality concerns.
Essential Requirements
- NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Construction, Carpentry, Joinery, Property Maintenance or another relevant construction trade (or equivalent)
- Valid CSCS Card (or equivalent construction competency card)
- Minimum 4 years' experience in construction, modular buildings, refurbishment or commercial fit-out
- Experience carrying out work across multiple construction trades
- Competent in the safe use of hand tools, power tools and construction equipment
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and construction specifications
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Willingness to travel and work on customer sites throughout the UK, including occasional overnight stays
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- Carpentry and Joinery
- Kitchen fitting
- Plumbing and sanitaryware installation
- Drylining and plasterboard systems
- Painting and decorating
- Flooring installation
- Modular construction or off-site manufacturing
- Refurbishment and fit-out projects
- IPAF
- PASMA
- First Aid at Work
- Manual Handling
- Asbestos Awareness
- Abrasive Wheels
You are
- A quality-driven, versatile professional with strong practical ability and a sharp eye for detail. You naturally look for ways to step up productivity, improve workflow efficiency, and maintain consistently high standards of workmanship on every modular building project. Taking pride in your craft means you actively support waste reduction and environmentally responsible working practices, ensuring our customer-ready products leave the site finished to perfection.
- A collaborative team player and a proactive problem-solver who communicates clearly and brings a positive, adaptable attitude to the wider production team. While you are fully capable of working independently using your own initiative, you also thrive when collaborating across different trades. Your flexibility means you adapt easily to changing business requirements and are always ready to learn new skills or support your colleagues when needed.
- A reliable, punctual, and highly professional craftsman who is deeply safety-conscious. You naturally respect workshop and construction site rules, take real ownership of your tools, and hold a strong commitment to keeping yourself and your team members safe every single day.
Why join the JCPSA team?
- Good pay: competitive salary (dependent on experience) plus overtime opportunities (Monday-Saturday)
- Gear provided: full corporate workwear, top-quality tools, and high-end PPE
- Our yard setup: a free parking on-site; a dynamic yard with specialized, well-lit modular workstations. You’ll be moving between indoor fabrication and the outdoor yard, working with a supportive, down-to-earth management team.
- Time for yourself: 21 days annual leave plus all Bank Holidays
- Stability you can count on: Company Pension Scheme and a secure, long-term role within a steadily growing business
- Family & wellbeing: enhanced maternity/paternity benefits (subject to qualifying period) to look after you and your family; access to the sauna on the yard.
- Skills development: ongoing training and professional development to keep your qualifications sharp
- Work opportunities: building a wide range of innovative, high-quality modular building projects
Health & Safety
We treat Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Management Systems seriously, having ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45000 certification. We are looking for professional team members who naturally respect workshop and construction sites rules, follow procedures, commit to continuous improvement, and look out for their colleagues.
*JCPSA is an equal opportunities employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £15.00-£20.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience in construction, modular buildings, refurbishment or commercial fit-out?
- Do you have a NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Construction, Carpentry, Joinery, Property Maintenance (or equivalent)?
Licence/Certification:
- full UK Driving Licence (required)
- CSCS Card or equivalent? (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
