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Howdens are seeking a Solid Surface Fitter to join our UK Installation Teams. You will be responsible for covering East Anglia, although the main areas are Essex and Colchester, therefore living within relative proximity to Colchester would be ideal.  

In this role, you will travel to customers’ homes and fit our high-quality kitchen worktops. At Howdens, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality kitchen worktops to our customers. As a leader in the kitchen industry, we're committed to excellence in both our products and our team.  

Shift Pattern:

Monday to Friday 8:00am- 4:30pm

What we can offer you:

- Use of company vehicle and specialist tools
- Competitive salary and annual company bonus
- Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
- Staff Discount
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional Reward and Recognition events

What will you be doing as a Solid Surface Fitter?

• Picking up worktops from several collection points and travelling to customers’ homes to complete installations accurately and in accordance with agreed timescales.
• Liaising with customers in their homes and building rapport face to face.
• Adhering to H & S standards, company quality standards and housekeeping protocols.
• Updating reports and order tracking systems.
• Minimalising raw material wastage by recycling where possible and leaving all sites clean and tidy.
• Note: You will not be responsible for any plumbing or electrical duties on any site.

What do you need to qualify for this Solid Surfaces Fitter role?

• Experience of working in a kitchen fitting role, preferably having experience of solid surface fitting, preferably quartz worktops, wood worktops or other material.
• Use of carpentry tools.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Communicates positively with colleagues and customers and can build effective relationships.
• Shows initiative and an innovative approach to problem-solving.
• A good geographical knowledge of the local area.

About Howdens:

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 840 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply:

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Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you