Career Opportunities at Gentoo Group and Gentoo Homes in the North East

Gentoo Group, a leading provider of social housing in the North East and one of Sunderland's largest employers, offers a variety of career opportunities across different sectors. With a commitment to investing in people, place, and property, Gentoo Group is dedicated to creating great homes, strong communities, and inspired people across Sunderland.

Working for Gentoo Group

• Values and Vision: The organisation is values-led, focusing on caring for people, accountability, shaping the future, leadership, and delivering on commitments.
• Employee Well-being: Gentoo Group prioritizes the well-being and work-life balance of its employees. It is recognized as an Investors in People Gold standard employer and is working towards Platinum status. Additionally, they are a Living Wage Foundation member, ensuring fair pay for all employees.
• Benefits: Employees enjoy competitive salaries, pension schemes, flexible working, generous annual leave, life assurance, healthcare plans, car mileage allowance, retail discounts, cycle to work schemes, and an employee assistance program.

Gentoo Homes Careers

• About: Gentoo Homes is a part of Gentoo Group, responsible for building high-quality homes throughout the North East. It has constructed over 3,000 new homes since 2001.
• Work Ethos: The company emphasises not just constructing modern homes but creating sustainable homes and establishing new communities.
• Benefits: Similar to Gentoo Group, benefits include a pension scheme, annual leave, life assurance, and access to retail discounts, among others.
• Rewards and Recognition: Gentoo Homes values the contributions of its staff, offering rewards like team events, 'You are Gentoo' awards, Christmas parties, and investment in professional development.

Apprenticeships and Experience

Gentoo also offers apprenticeship opportunities, providing practical experience in various trades and business areas. These apprenticeships include roles in finance, housing, building surveying, and various trades like electrical, plumbing, and joinery.

• Apprenticeship Program: The program includes on-the-job learning and completion of a relevant Apprenticeship Qualification. Since 2001, over 308 apprenticeships have been created.
• Eligibility: Applicants need to have a minimum of 4 GCSE passes including Maths and English. Gentoo particularly encourages applications from residents in Gentoo properties.
• Additional Benefits: Apprentices benefit from hands-on working opportunities, a combination of off-site training, and a generous holiday allowance.

Specific Job Opportunities

• Project Manager Role at Gentoo Homes: This role involves leading the delivery of residential new build homes, focusing on excellent build quality and customer satisfaction. Candidates with site management experience, knowledge of health and safety, and relevant certifications are sought after.

These opportunities reflect Gentoo's commitment to contributing positively to the community and providing a supportive, rewarding work environment for its employees. For more specific information regarding current vacancies and detailed job descriptions, visit https://www.gentoogroup.com/careers/