Come and make a difference at Karbon as a Multi Trade Operative (Joiner / Plumber)

We are looking to appoint 4 Multi Trade Operatives to join and enhance our successful and growing Property Services Team working in our Responsive Repairs and Empty homes Maintenance team, to work in our properties throughout North Yorkshire, particularly near to areas around Leeds and York.

About the role
We are looking for 4 Multi Trade Operatives – typically Joiner/Plumbers to join the team to assist in delivering Responsive Repairs and Empty Homes Maintenance.

You should have completed a recognised trade apprenticeship and or have equivalent relevant experience in multiple trades. You should be fully capable in successfully undertaking and completing all aspects of the multi-trade role, and be fully competent in two or more trades, to deliver all aspects of this work to a high standard in occupied and void, domestic and non-domestic, premises ranging from minor repairs to the installation of major components.

Customer service skills are essential for this role as is an excellent knowledge of health and safety.

A full UK driving licence is essential.

About our team
This vacancy sits within our KPS 54North Homes Responsive Repairs and Empty Homes Team. 54North Homes are part of the Karbon Group, and this team will deliver services to their customers and properties on behalf of Karbon. Applications are welcomed from those based across Yorkshire and Teesside. Our properties are predominantly located throughout North Yorkshire, particularly near to areas around Leeds and York.

If you require further information about the role, please contact George Surrey, Head of Karbon Solutions, via george.surrey@karbonhomes.co.uk

Key Information
It’s important to us that everyone feels fairly rewarded for the work they do. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports the wellbeing of our people.

• 4 Multi Trade Operatives – Permanent contract


• Salary is £34,959 per annum


• Location: Leeds/York – this will be agreed with the successful candidate prior to their start date.


• 37 Hours per week


• Working Patterns are 8am-4pm, 9am-5pm and 10am-6pm.


• Company van provided

The successful applicant will be required to work throughout the North Yorkshire, particularly near to areas around Leeds and York

The successful applicant will be required to participate in delivering our out of hours service (additional payments will apply).

There may be an opportunity to earn additional money through overtime.

We recognise the contribution people with criminal records can make as colleagues and we welcome all applications. A criminal record will not exclude a candidate from being appointed because of offences that are irrelevant to, and do not place them at, or make them a risk in the role they’re applying for.

The role you're applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (ROA). The successful candidate(s) will be asked to submit a basic disclosure and barring check application during pre-employment checks.

Enjoy great benefits
We provide a generous benefits package including 26 days annual leave on commencement rising to 31 days after 3 years’ service, birthday leave, occupational pension and a health cash plan, with the option of a flexible pot towards enhanced benefits.

We also provide our colleagues with the opportunity to apply for qualification funding on a range of courses, conferences, and other learning events.

If this sounds like the role for you then please apply through the Karbon Homes website https://jobs.karbonhomes.co.uk/.

Important dates
Closing date for applications: Sunday 5 January 2024

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post.

Please note, our offices are closed from midday on Tuesday 24 December 2024 until Thursday 2 January 2025, if you have any queries during this time we will respond once we return.

Interview date: To be confirmed

We are committed to equality and diversity and are an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all ages, disability/non-disability, ethnicities, genders, religions, sexualities, transgender status, and cultural backgrounds. Any candidate with a disability who meets the essential criteria for the post will be guaranteed an interview.

If you need a reasonable adjustment to apply for any of our career opportunities, then please contact recruitment@karbonhomes.co.uk