Building Maintenance Operative / Multi-Skilled Tradesperson

AWD online; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maintenance service provider in South East London is looking for a Building Maintenance Operative to support safe, well-maintained accommodation for vulnerable adults. The ideal candidate will have multi-trade skills in carpentry, plumbing, and maintenance, along with a commitment to health and safety. The position offers competitive pay and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health cash plan

Pension scheme

Up to 28 days annual leave

Learning & Development Framework

Generous maternity and paternity leave

Flexible working options

Mental well-being days

Complimentary breakfast and refreshments

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working in a hands-on maintenance or multi-trade role.
• A background in carpentry, plumbing or a similar trade.
• Experience with investigating and resolving maintenance issues.
• Good understanding of COSHH, RIDDOR and health and safety regulations.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Digital literacy to use tablets and online systems.
• Full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Positive, friendly demeanour with a genuine desire to support vulnerable individuals.

Responsibilities

• Delivering carpentry, plumbing and general building maintenance.
• Identifying faults and determining effective solutions.
• Adhering to COSHH, RIDDOR and workplace safety regulations.
• Following access control and security procedures.
• Updating tasks and reports using tablets and online tools.
• Prioritising varied tasks and working efficiently under pressure.
• Maintaining a professional and respectful approach.

Skills

Proven experience in maintenance or multi-trade role

Background in carpentry

Investigating and resolving maintenance issues

Understanding of COSHH and health and safety regulations

Prioritising workloads

Strong communication skills

Digital literacy

Positive demeanour

Job description

Building Maintenance Operative / Multi‑Skilled Tradesperson

A rewarding opportunity to support mental health supported housing services through hands‑on maintenance, problem‑solving and safe working practices across a varied range of trade tasks.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Facilities Technician, Property Maintenance Operative, Handyperson, General Builder, Building Services Operative, Estates Maintenance Technician.

Salary: £38,095 to £42,105 per annum + Benefits

Location: Catford, South East London (mostly site based in Catford, with occasional travel to other sites in South East London)

Job Type: Full‑Time, Permanent

Working Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week

Job Overview

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Building Maintenance Operative / Multi‑Skilled Tradesperson supporting safe, well‑maintained accommodation for vulnerable adults.

As a Building Maintenance Operative / Multi‑Skilled Tradesperson you will carry out multi‑trade repairs, respond to maintenance issues and uphold health and safety, COSHH and security standards.

This Building Maintenance Operative / Multi‑Skilled Tradesperson role is ideal for someone proactive, organised and committed to delivering high‑quality work within supported housing environments.

As a successful candidate you will join a well‑respected organisation that is a certified Great Place to Work. This recognition reflects the organisation’s commitment to fostering a positive and supportive workplace.

Duties

• Completing Multi‑Trade Repairs: delivering carpentry, plumbing and general building maintenance

• Investigating Maintenance Issues: identifying faults and determining effective solutions

• Ensuring Health and Safety Compliance: adhering to COSHH, RIDDOR and workplace safety regulations

• Maintaining Site Security: following access control and security procedures

• Using Digital Systems: updating tasks and reports using tablets and online tools

• Managing Workloads: prioritising varied tasks and working efficiently under pressure

• Supporting Residents: maintaining a professional, friendly and respectful approach

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience of working in a hands‑on maintenance or multi‑trade role

• A background in carpentry, plumbing or a similar trade

• Experience with investigating and resolving maintenance issues

• Good understanding of COSHH, RIDDOR and health and safety regulations

• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Digital literacy to use tablets and online systems

• Full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle

• Positive, friendly demeanour with a genuine desire to support vulnerable individuals

Benefits

You will be joining a friendly, kind and joyful company culture whilst working as part of a next‑generation digitalised company. Full details of the Employee Benefits will be provided during the interviewing process.

• Healthcare & Wellness: Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, health and wellness discounts

• Financial & Retirement: Pension scheme, referral scheme, season ticket loans, Cycle Scheme and Tech Scheme

• Holidays & Time Off: up to 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, buying leave, compassionate & bereavement leave, life events leave e.g. time off for birthday or moving home

• Learning & Education: Learning & Development Framework, Learners Academy, Leadership Academy, education grant, study leave

• Family & Parenting: Generous maternity and paternity leave, paid parental leave

• Flexible Working: Flexi start where appropriate

• Welfare & Wellbeing: Mental well‑being days, sick pay scheme, team building activities

• Other Benefits: complimentary breakfast and refreshments, free parking, and well‑being activities

This role requires a DBS check

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JOB REF: AWDO‑P14119

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