Bricklayer – Groundworker

Bricklayer – Groundworker

Brighton

Salary up to £36,250

Hyde is looking for an experienced Bricklayer - Groundworker to join our busy Property Maintenance team.

As a Bricklayer - Groundworker at Hyde, you’ll be working in our homes carrying out day‑to‑day repairs and maintenance. You’ll be trusted to get jobs done right first time and to treat our customers with respect in their homes.

If you’re a hands‑on tradesperson who can turn their hand to a range of jobs and takes pride in doing things properly, we’d like to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

• Carrying out multi‑trade repairs including carpentry, plumbing, plastering and general maintenance
• Erecting and repairing fencing and gates, repairing concrete floors, and addressing issues in garden areas.
• Following work orders and reporting back on progress and materials used
• Always working safely and following Hyde’s health and safety procedures
• Providing a professional, friendly service to customers in their homes
• Repointing old or damaged mortar joints, replacing broken bricks/blocks, and repairing walls, chimneys, and structural features.
• Excavating, repairing, and re-installing drainage systems, flagging (paving), and edging to paths and driveway

What we’re looking for

• Solid experience across multiple trades, especially carpentry, plumbing and plastering
• Confident using hand and power tools
• Able to work independently and manage your own workload
• A practical problem‑solver who can spot issues and fix them properly
• Good communication skills and a customer‑friendly attitude
• Physically fit and happy with hands‑on work
• Experience working in social housing is a bonus
• A full, valid UK driving licence

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in multiple trades, including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, and general maintenance.
• Proficiency in using a variety of hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of trade-specific techniques, materials, and safety protocols.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Physical fitness and the ability to perform manual labour
• Experience working in social housing is desirable
• Valid driver's licence

Benefits

• A fantastic pension
• Life assurance
• Great holidays
• Van
• Uniform
• Fuel Card

Why join Hyde?

You’ll be working for an organisation that values skilled trades and the role they play in keeping homes safe, comfortable and well maintained. We offer steady work, a supportive team, and the chance to build a long‑term career.

Diversity, Inclusivity and Accessibility

Diversity and inclusion are integral to the Hyde Group, we strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is the norm and not an initiative. Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace which reflects our customer profile and where everyone is proud to be unique.

Hyde is a disability confident employer, and we are here to support you with any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know.

Successful candidate will undergo a basic DBS check

We may close this advert early if we find the right candidate, so don’t wait to apply!