Plasterer – Full‑time Permanent Role in Folkestone

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and dependable plasterer to join our team in Folkestone on a full‑time permanent basis. The role focuses on delivering high‑quality plastering repairs and finishes within occupied social housing properties, contributing to the improvement of local housing standards.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out responsive plastering repairs in occupied homes, including patch repairs after leaks, electrical work, or other trades.
• Prepare surfaces and apply plaster, bonding, boarding, rendering, and skimming as required.
• Repair damaged walls and ceilings, perform full re‑plastering, and apply full skims where needed.
• Make good around door frames, windows, sockets, and pipework, ensuring a tidy finish.
• Maintain a clean work area, protect residents’ belongings, and record job details using handheld devices.
• Participate in out‑of‑hours emergency rota and provide high levels of customer care.

Required profile

• Proven experience in domestic plastering and repairs.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent customer service skills for work in occupied homes.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations.

Required skills

• Plastering (patch repair, wall skimming, rendering, bonding, boarding).
• Mixing and applying plaster using appropriate tools.
• Use of handheld job‑management devices.

What we offer

• Annual salary up to £33,174.
• Company van and fuel card.
• 42.5‑hour work week (Monday‑Friday, 8‑5).
• Steady flow of work on a responsive repairs contract.