Come and make a difference at Karbon as a General Construction Operative

We are looking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced individual for the role of General Construction Operative in the Damp and Mould Team. The role will be covering our properties throughout the North East.

About the role
We are looking to appoint a General Construction Operative to assist Karbon Homes in delivering an excellent repairs and maintenance service within the newly formed damp and mould team.

About you
You should possess all the relevant experience and practical knowledge and skills necessary to deliver all aspects of damp and mould cleans and the follow-on decoration works to both small and large scale works to a high standard in occupied, void, domestic and non-domestic premises.

You should also have good customer service skills and excellent knowledge of health and safety.

A full UK driving license is essential.

About our team
The successful candidate will work in our Damp and Mould team.

If you require further information about the role, please contact Rob Nixon on 07719986085 or Robert.Nixon@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.

- General Trade Operative Damp and Mould – permanent role
- Salary is £27,235 per annum
- £633 flexible pot (which can be used for salary top-up or to purchase a range of benefits).
- Location: North East
- Regular travel will be required
- 37 Hours per week

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 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://www.karbonhomes.co.uk/careers/

Important dates

Closing date for applications
Sunday 27 July 2025

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.

Interview date
TBC

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