Location: Swansea & surrounding areas
Job Type: Full-time, employed
Pay: From £15/hour (weekly pay)
Start Date: ASAP
About JM Building Contractors (Swansea) Ltd
Weʼre not your average builders. At JM Building Contractors, we pride ourselves on being clean, professional, and respectful. We specialise in groundworks, extensions, renovations, remedial work, insurance jobs, and joinery – delivering high-end finishes across all types of projects, from council homes to million-pound properties.
But itʼs not just what we do – itʼs how we do it. Weʼve built a reputation for doing things properly. That means turning up when we say we will, keeping customers informed, and treating every home with the same care weʼd want in our own. We make sure the job gets done to a high standard – with minimal stress and maximum professionalism.
Our Managing Director, James, takes real pride in the companyʼs reputation – from the quality of our work to the way we treat customers and present ourselves as a team. We’re a growing business with a strong local reputation – and we want the right people to grow with us.
We pride ourselves on:
- High standards – from the quality of our work to how we present ourselves
- Respecting customers and their homes – no muddy boots on carpets, no mess left behind
- Being reliable – showing up on time and keeping communication clear
- Creating a positive, stress-free experience for every client
- Offering steady, fair employment and treating our team well
- Building a close-knit team that takes pride in what we do
What youʼll get working with JM Building Contractors
- Employed role with guaranteed 40 hours per week (8am–4.30pm) – no worrying about dry spells
- Opportunities for overtime – some later finishes, particularly in spring/summer/autumn, with quieter winters (but hours still paid)
- Weekly pay, starting at £15/hour
- 28 days paid holiday (including bank holidays)
- Company van and fuel card
- PPE & Company-branded workwear provided (must be worn on all jobs)
- Opportunity to take pride in your work – we treat every property with the same care
- A supportive, family-feel team – no egos, just mutual respect and high standards
- Variety – no two jobs are the same
- Respect from the top – we support our team through challenges and successes
- Basic training such as First Aid
About the role – Carpenter / Multitrade
Weʼre looking for a skilled Carpenter whoʼs confident across:
- First and second fix
- Kitchen fitting
- Roof work
- General joinery
Multitrade tasks
Youʼll be hands-on, tidy, and take pride in finishing jobs properly. Youʼll also be happy to get stuck into other tasks when needed – helping with labouring, cleaning up, and working alongside other trades. Itʼs about getting the job done as a team.
Youʼll be a great fit if you…
- Have solid experience in carpentry and multitrade work
- Take pride not just in the finished job, but in how you work
- Have a great eye for detail and finish
- Are respectful of customersʼ homes, well-presented on-site, and always aiming to represent the team professionally
- Can work independently and show initiative
- Are a good communicator – ability to liaise with clients and tenants politely, professionally, and approachable
- Donʼt mind lending a hand outside your core role – you muck in where needed
- Want a variety of work, a stable income, and being part of a supportive team
What weʼre looking for
- Experience in carpentry (2–3 years)
- At least NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification
- A full UK driving licence
- Your own hand tools and some power tools
- Eligibility to work in the UK
How to apply
If youʼre interested in joining a company that genuinely cares about quality, values its team, and delivers work you can be proud of, weʼd love to hear from you.
Please send us:
- A short message telling us a bit about yourself and your experience
- What role you’re applying for (Plasterer or Carpenter)
- Your CV if you have one (not essential)
Apply Online
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