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Position Overview & Specifications
Multi-skilled Tradesman / Multi-trade Operative / Carpenter
PAYE or Self-employed
Department - Building and Maintenance
Location - Peripatetic - nationwide
Reports to - Operations Director
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Due to an increased number of ongoing repair, refurbishment, and construction projects across the UK, we are looking to recruit at least two multi-traders who have sound all-round general building and maintenance experience gained within the construction industry.
The work will vary from week to week but generally involves:
- Carpentry
- Preparation and decoration
- Basic plumbing
- Replacing ceiling tiles
- Minor brickwork and render repairs
- General maintenance/repairs
- Snagging works
- Supporting specialist surveyors
- Groundworks
- Clearance works
EXPERIENCE
You will have proven experience in the industry, be able to turn your hand to most tasks and possess a good work ethic and positive attitude. Taking pride in your workmanship and applying a keen eye for detail are essential, as are strong communication skills and understanding the importance of outstanding customer service. We are looking for a self-motivated team player that can make sound judgements and effectively manage their time, prioritise workload and adopt a strategic thought process to solve on-site problems. The work is varied and will occasionally involve working alongside our shopfitting and electrical departments.
QUALIFICATIONS & CRITERIA
Trade certifications or proven time-served experience
- CSCS card holder
- SSSTS
- Asbestos awareness (or a willingness to complete the course)
- PASMA (or a willingness to complete the course)
- IPAF (or a willingness to complete the course)
- Knowledge of health and safety and safe working practices
- Full driving licence
WORKING HOURS
8:00am to 17:00 Monday-Friday or Overnight & Weekends depending on the location of work, 5/7 days per week.
Out of hours work may be required where work cannot be completed in a live trading environment.
REMUNERATION
Self-employed (£110-200/day) or PAYE basis (£12.95-£17.50/hr + overtime when working overnight / weekends)
You will need to have your own van and tools.
Sub-contractors will need a UTR and appropriate insurance cover.
ABOUT US
Established over 50 years’ ago, we have built a solid reputation and take pride in delivering the highest standard of workmanship and customer service. W G Silverton are a main contractor for housing associations, EARFCA, High Street name businesses and Local Authorities so you would be completing projects on both commercial and residential sites.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Freelance
Salary: £110.00-£200.00 per day
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Carpentry / multi skills: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint:
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for carpenter roles across W G Silverton & Co., Ltd,'s corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to .
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25 - £14 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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