Skilled Technician - Carpenter

Contract

Permanent, Full-time

Location

Newmarket and surrounding areas (with potential for nationwide travel)

Salary

£38,000 - £40,000 per annum

Who We Are

SEED Environmental is one of the UK's leading providers of intelligent environmental and property incident response, remediation and restoration services for our insurance, commercial and public sector clients. We adopt an "Intelligent Solutions" approach, assessing and analysing every incident on its merits before implementing a unique response.

Part of the Celnor Group

• Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.
• While each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.

Job Details

• We are seeking a Skilled Technician - Carpenter to join our Fire & Flood team, based in Newmarket and surrounding areas.
• This role involves the delivery of carpentry works ranging from minor reactive repairs through to full kitchen installation and reinstatement fit-outs within domestic and commercial restoration projects. You will work on diverse projects, providing high-quality carpentry expertise and ensuring all work meets our stringent standards.
• While the role is primarily focused on the Newmarket region, there will be occasions where nationwide travel is required to support projects across the UK.
• This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced carpenter to deliver quality work on varied restoration projects within a supportive and growing team.

What You Will Do

First and second fix carpentry

Door and frame installation

Skirting, architrave and finishing carpentry

Stud partition construction

Flooring installation

Minor structural timber repairs

Accurate measuring and setting out

Full kitchen removal and installation

Cabinet fitting and alignment

Worktop installation including laminate and solid surface materials

Integration of appliances

Coordination with plumbing and electrical trades

Adjustment, finishing and snag rectification

Execution of minor repairs and patch works

• Partial kitchen replacements and full kitchen strip-out and reinstatement
• Working within occupied domestic properties in a professional and courteous manner

Working to agreed programmes and deadlines

Compliance with health and safety requirements on site

Who You Are

NVQ Level 2 in Site Carpentry or equivalent demonstrable experience

Full UK Driving Licence

Ability to undertake first and second fix carpentry to a high standard

Competency in kitchen installation and fitting

Accurate measuring, marking out and fitting skills

Ability to work collaboratively with other trades

Join Us

• We seek a skilled and professional carpenter who takes pride in delivering high-quality work.
• The successful candidate will be reliable and punctual, able to work independently and as part of a team, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of workmanship and safety. You will be flexible and adaptable, able to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced restoration environment.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of £38,000 - £40,000 per annum and provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

Company van with fuel card

Overtime rates

Meal allowances for away work

Holiday entitlement starting at 20 days, increasing with service up to 25 days plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Life insurance (2x annual salary)

Enhanced sick pay and employee assistance programme

• SEED Environmental is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you're the right fit for this role.

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Important Information

• Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.
• We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.

Compensation

£38,000 - £40,000 / year