Duties and Responsibilities: · Follow specific measurements and instructions detailed in blueprints. · Accurately measure, cut, and shape wood, plastic, and other materials. · Build frameworks, including walls, floors, and doorframes. · Install doors, windows, cabinetry, and moulding. · Inspect existing structures and fixtures for damage and make necessary repairs. · Use different types of materials including wood, plywood, wallboard, and insulation. · Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with local building codes and regulations. Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment. · Communicate effectively with project managers, clients, and team members. · Perform regular maintenance on tools and report any issues or malfunctions. · Estimate the time and labour required to complete tasks. · Stay updated on new materials, tools, and techniques in carpentry. Skill/experience/qualifications: · Precision in measurements and cuts is crucial. · Carpentry often involves heavy lifting and prolonged periods of standing, climbing, and bending. · Ability to identify and fix issues that arise during construction. · Basic math for measuring and calculating dimensions and costs. · Skilful use of hand and power tools. · Ability to visualize and create aesthetically pleasing structures.
🏢 Residential Building Manager (Live-In Role) 📍 West Ruislip, London 🕒 Full-Time | 🏠 Accommodation Provided Maten and Degan is seeking a proactive, professional, and trustworthy Residential Building Manager to oversee a 64-flat development in West London. This is a live-in position with a rent-free flat provided on-site. Key Responsibilities: - Act as the primary on-site representative for tenants and contractors - Manage daily operations, including reporting repairs and overseeing maintenance - Handle tenant check-ins, check-outs, and tenancy documentation - Maintain logs of communication, issues, and site incidents - Support the head office with basic administrative duties - Ensure building standards, safety, and cleanliness are consistently upheld Ideal Candidate: - Experience in property, housing, or site management - Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills - Highly reliable and organised with strong attention to detail - Comfortable handling paperwork, phone calls, and tenant-facing duties - Able to live on-site full-time and respond to issues as needed This is an opportunity to play a key role in managing a growing residential site with long-term potential as the development expands.