Bricklayer

We are a values-led, charitable organisation that provides more than 60,000 people in Sunderland with a place they can call home. We have a clear vision and a social purpose. We believe that everyone has the right to live in a good quality home that they can afford. We invest millions of ponds every year to keep our existing homes safe and descent. We also play our part in helping to deal with the UK housing crisis by building hundreds of new, modern homes to rent in Sunderland. We'd love for you to join us achieve our vision.

Salary :

£36,207.00

Job Description:

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity to join our Property Maintenance team as a Bricklayer, serving the City of Sunderland. This new role reflects our commitment to growth and delivering outstanding service to our valued customers.

In this role, you will work closely with the maintenance team to effectively carry out all responsive brick works including general bricklaying, brickwork repairs, pointing, paving and preservation work to our customer homes across the city. Your work will directly contribute to the safety and satisfaction of our customers.

Our customers are at the core of everything we do, and we are looking for individuals who take pride in delivering exceptional service. Strong communication skills with customers, colleagues, and wider teams are essential to delivering an exceptional service to every customer.

This position offers a standard 36-hour working week, with flexibility to accommodate occasional overtime as needed to support the business. We are also proud to offer training and development opportunities, empowering you to expand your expertise, enhance your performance, and achieve professional growth.

Join us and be part of a team that values excellence, collaboration, and making a real difference in the lives of our customers.

A full UK driver’s licence is required for this position.

The role is subject to a basic DBS paid for by Gentoo.

Key responsibilities will include:

To work as part of team to carry out all installations, repairs and maintenance work required and all other bricklayer related duties including general bricklaying, brickwork repairs, cavity cleans, installing cavity trays, pointing, paving, concrete work & preservation work in both customers and empty homes.

To ensure appropriate parts and materials are available to complete jobs in a timely manner whilst ensuring effective management of your van-based stock.

Provide excellent customer service by fostering clear communication and a respectful attitude toward customers, colleagues, and stakeholders.

Carry out all works to the relevant legal, obligatory and Gentoo Group standards.

What we are looking for:

A full UK driver's license.

Served a recognised craft apprenticeship in Bricklaying or City & Guilds Advanced Craft Certificate or NVQ Level 2 in Bricklaying.

The ability to work at height and in external environments.

Effective communication and customer care skills.

A flexible approach to meet the demands of the role.

Competence in the use of handheld IT systems.

Knowledge and understanding of relevant Health & Safety regulations.

Openness for continual learning and developing skills in order to carry out duties and responsibilities.

Some of our great benefits include;

• 31 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with an option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year.

• Early finish on Fridays

• Flexible and hybrid working.

• Free Health Cash Plan, with cashback for dental, optical, physio, wellbeing therapies and more, with some free child cover.

• Access to private healthcare through the Health Cash Plan.

• Competitive Aviva pension scheme - Gentoo will contribute up to 10% based on your personal contribution.

• Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme

• Enhanced family-friendly leave

• Car mileage allowance if you use your personal vehicle for business purposes.

• Life assurance cover to the value of 3 times your annual salary