Every repair matters when it comes to our customers’ homesThat’s why this role is about far more than maintenance – it’s about protecting what matters most. Every wall you repair, every path you restore, every job you complete helps create a place that feels safe, secure, and truly lived in.We’re looking for a skilled Maintenance bricklayer who takes genuine pride in their work – someone who understands that quality repairs don’t just fix problems, they make a real and lasting difference to customers’ everyday lives.
About the role
As a Maintenance bricklayer, you’ll deliver day-to-day repairs across our homes, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and right first time.Working in both occupied and void properties, you’ll carry out a range of tasks – from brickwork and external repairs to associated trades – using your skills to identify issues and provide effective solutions.You’ll manage your own workload, meet agreed timescales, and work closely with colleagues to keep services running smoothly, all while maintaining a strong focus on quality and a customer-first approach.
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for a skilled Maintenance bricklayer who shares our values and takes pride in delivering high-quality repairs that make a real difference to our customers’ homes:
Customer Driven
You understand the importance of working in our customers’ homes, delivering a respectful, reliable service and ensuring every repair improves their comfort, safety, and overall experience.
Accountability
You take ownership of your work – managing your time effectively, working to agreed targets, and ensuring every job is completed right first time without compromising on quality or safety.
Develop & Learn
You’re committed to maintaining and developing your skills, keeping up to date with best practice across your trade and related areas to deliver consistently high standards.Champion CommunicationYou communicate clearly and professionally with customers, colleagues, and the wider team – helping to keep jobs running smoothly and ensuring everyone is informed and aligned.
You’ll bring
- A recognised qualification in bricklaying (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) or proven hands-on experience across brickwork, blockwork, and general building repairs
- Experience working in occupied homes or similar customer-focused environments, with a respectful and professional approach
- Strong practical skills across a range of maintenance tasks, with the ability to diagnose issues and deliver effective, long-lasting repairs
- A solid understanding of health and safety, ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with regulations
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across locations as required
- A commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
For further information on the role, please review the job description attached to the advert
- Pre employment requirements
- The successful candidate will be required to complete a Basic DBS check, a Right to Work check, and a DVLA licence check.
Working hours
You will be required to be on site and ready to start at 08:00, working through to 17:00 with a one-hour unpaid lunch break.Why join Selwood Housing?At Selwood Housing, we believe everyone deserves a safe, secure and affordable place to call home. As a not-for-profit housing organisation, we own and manage over 7,000 homes across the Southwest – and we’re growing. With a bold ambition to build 1,700 new affordable homes by 2034, we’re investing in the future of local people and places.You’ll be joining a close-knit team where people support each other, share knowledge, and take pride in doing things properly.
Some of our benefits include
- Competitive salary
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Life assurance
- Flexible working opportunities
- Competitive pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Ongoing training and development
- A supportive team environment where your contribution really matters
Ready to make a difference where it matters most?
- Join us and help deliver the high-quality service our customers deserve.
Our Commitment to Diversity & InclusionAt Selwood, we strive to respect the diversity of our staff. We care deeply about inclusivity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds, demographics, and identities to apply. We are a Disability Confident employer and will do our very best to provide any adjustments, access, and equipment you feel you may need throughout the interview process, and during your employment with us.We are keen to build a supportive and rewarding environment, free from discrimination, which works for everyone.We may close this vacancy early depending on application volumes, so we encourage early applications.PandoLogic. Keywords: Mason, Location: Melksham, ENG – SN12 6JX
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