Structural Repairs Technician
Salary: £41,327 + excellent benefits
Location: Chesham, High Wycombe, with travel across our property portfolio
Working style: Field‑based with travel; van & fuel card provided for business use
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 42.5 hours per week.

Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose?

At SettleParadigm, we’re 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 we’ve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve

If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, we’d love to welcome you on our journey. Together, we’re building a better future.

About the Role

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Structural Repairs Technician to join our Property Services team. This is a hands‑on, varied role where you’ll carry out high‑quality external repairs and maintenance across our homes, from brickwork and patios to fencing, drainage and groundworks.

You’ll work independently, using your technical expertise to diagnose issues, plan materials, and deliver safe, durable repairs. You’ll be a visible ambassador for SettleParadigm, ensuring every customer receives a professional, respectful and reliable service.

This role includes a company van and fuel card for business use.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out structural repairs: brickwork, patios, fencing and external maintenance

• Interpret technical specifications and mark out accurate work areas

• Prepare materials including mixing mortar to correct consistency

• Install insulation and drainage systems, vapour barriers and vents

• Inspect damage and estimate labour and material requirements

• Maintain van stock and minimise waste

• Ensure safe working areas and protect sites from adverse weather

• Use tools and access equipment including scaffolding and ladders

• Complete documentation accurately and on time

• Follow health and safety procedures and report risks promptly

• Support apprentices or junior colleagues when required

What We’re Looking For

Must haves:

• City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent experience in bricklaying, groundworks or landscaping

• Strong understanding of construction regulations and health & safety

• Experience using hand tools, scaffolding and plant equipment

• Physical strength, good balance and ability to work at heights

• Reasonable literacy and numeracy

• Full UK driving licence

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong time management and prioritisation

• Commitment to excellent customer service

• Willingness to join the on‑call rota for out‑of‑hours cover

Nice to haves:

• Experience supporting apprentices or trainees

• Additional trade skills or multi‑skilled experience

• Knowledge of housing sector repairs

Benefits

At 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: £41,327 per annum

• 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options

• Generous pension scheme – up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice

• Family-friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

• Health cash plan – claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids’ cover)

• Life cover and income protection

• Flexible working – hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging

And that’s just the beginning! We’re also thrilled to provide:

• Mental Health First Aiders available to support

• Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)

• Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships

• 3 paid volunteering days in the local communities

• Peer-recognition rewards platform

• Paid professional subscription (one per year)

Working Hours & Additional Pay

• 42.5 hours per week

• 08:00 - 17:30 Monday - Friday.

• Opportunity for overtime.

Our Commitment

We 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 Adjustments

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll 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: 25/06/2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate.