Multi-Trade Operative

Multi Trade Operative - Job Description

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Contract Type: Full Time
Hours: 39 hours per week
Salary: £31,000 - £36,000 (depending on experience)
Overview of the Role
A Multi Trade Operative works within the repairs and planned works team, carrying out maintenance and improvement work on housing stock. The role is key to delivering safe, high-quality homes and excellent customer service.
Works across occupied and void properties
Delivers repairs, maintenance, and installations
Ensures a customer focused service to tenants
Supports the delivery of safe, affordable homes
Key Responsibilities

General Repairs & Maintenance

Carry out a range of multi trade tasks, including:
Plumbing
Joinery / carpentry
Plastering and tiling
Painting and decorating
Groundworks (e.g. paths, drainage, external repairs)
Roofing repairs (e.g. tiles, minor roof maintenance)
Complete both reactive repairs and planned maintenance works
Diagnose faults and resolve issues efficiently

Installations & Property Improvements

Undertake kitchen and bathroom replacements or upgrades
Carry out associated works including:
Plumbing connections
Joinery installations
Flooring and finishing
External works such as groundwork preparation where required

Customer Service

Communicate clearly with tenants and colleagues
Provide a professional service in customers' homes
Ensure projects meet customer satisfaction standards

Health & Safety Compliance

Follow strict health and safety procedures
Use tools, materials, and equipment safely
Ensure all work meets regulatory standards

Teamwork & Flexibility

Work both independently and as part of a team
Adapt to different workstreams (repairs, voids, planned works)
Participate in out of hours call outs if required
Skills & Experience Required
Experience in social housing, construction, or property maintenance
Multi trade capability (e.g. plumbing, joinery, plastering, flooring, groundwork, roofing)
Strong problem solving and fault diagnosis skills
Ability to work to quality standards and deadlines
Good communication and customer service skills
Essential:
Full UK driving licence
Flexible and reliable approach to work
Behaviour & Culture Fit
Customer-focused approach
Team-oriented and collaborative
Takes ownership and responsibility for tasks
Adaptable and open to new ways of working
Typical Work Environment
Field-based across housing stock
Company vehicle and tools usually provided
Mix of occupied homes, empty properties, and refurbishment projects
Summary
A hands on role delivering end-to-end property maintenance and improvements across multiple trades, including both internal and external works, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction within social housing.
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