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Fire Risk Carpenter / Fire StopperSalary: £43,195 + excellent benefitsLocation: Chesham, High Wycombe (mobile role across our operating area)Contract: Permanent, full-time (42.5 hours per week)Van & Fuel Card provided for business usage.Help us keep our homes safe, compliant and protected - one door, one repair, one property at a time.Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose?At SettleParadigm, were proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire.Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger weve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serveIf you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, wed love to welcome you on our journey. Together, were building a better future.A role with real purposeAs SettleParadigm continues to grow, including the recent acquisition of a significant number of new homes were expanding our Fire Risk & Compliance Team. Were now looking for a skilled Fire Risk Carpenter to join us and play a vital role in keeping our customers safe.If you take pride in high-quality craftsmanship, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a supportive team that genuinely values what you do, this could be a brilliant next step.About the role/teamYoull be part of our Fire Risk & Compliance Team, carrying out essential fire safety works across our property portfolio. Your work will directly support our commitment to maintaining safe homes and meeting all statutory fire safety requirements.Youll work both independently and alongside colleagues, delivering high-quality fire door installations, fire stopping, and general FRA maintenance. Every task you complete helps protect our customers and ensures our homes meet the highest safety standards.What youll be doingInstalling and maintaining fire doors to FIRAS and BM Trada standardsCompleting fire stopping works to a high, compliant standardCarrying out general FRA maintenance, including carpentry, joinery and reactive repairsCertifying all work accurately and in line with required standardsWorking professionally with tenants, colleagues and contractorsEnsuring all work meets approved codes of practice, regulations and safety requirementsAt times youll be working in small or confined spaces, so youll need to feel comfortable and confident carrying out tasks safely in those settings.What were looking forMust havesCity & Guilds Part 1 and Part 2, NVQ Level 2, or equivalent experience in carpentry and joineryExperience in housing repairs, maintenance and working in occupied homesStrong understanding of passive fire risk works and general maintenance (carpentry, joinery, plastering, basic plumbing, tiling)Excellent problem-solving skills and time managementCommitment to delivering high-quality customer serviceFull (preferably clean) UK driving licence (maximum of 6 points)FIRAS or BM Trada certification in Fire Door Installation, Maintenance or Fire StoppingBenefitsAt SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment.annual salary: £43,195 + excellent benefits25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy optionsGenerous pension scheme up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrificeFamily-friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leaveHealth cash plan claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids cover)Life cover and income protectionAnd thats just the beginning! Were also thrilled to provide:Mental Health First Aiders available to supportCar leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships3 paid volunteering days in the local communitiesPeer-recognition rewards platformPaid professional subscription (one per year)Where youll workThis is a mobile role covering a wide geographical area, including:BuckinghamshireBedfordshireBerkshireCambridgeshireHertfordshireOxfordshireParts of Greater London and surrounding regionsYoull also use our two main office locations:Head Office Wooburn Green: Training sessions, team meetings and corporate eventsChesham Office: Stores facility/depot and technician stop-off pointWorking Hours & Additional PayHours and working pattern: 42.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday.Why join SettleParadigm?Meaningful work: Your craftsmanship directly contributes to keeping people safe in their homesCompetitive salary & benefits: £43,195 + excellent benefits packageCompany van & fuel card: Fully branded van provided for business useSupportive team: Work with experienced colleagues who value quality and collaborationJob stability: Permanent role within a growing, purpose-driven organisationOur CommitmentWe are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups.Accessibility and AdjustmentsWe are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and well always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required.Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.Closing Date: 13/03/2026We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate.JBRP1_UKTJ