Estate and Trades Labourer

Orkney Gin Company; Kirkwall; Remote; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Orkney Gin Company is seeking a hands-on Trades Team member to maintain our estates and assets across Orkney. You will carry out repairs across our properties, from urgent callouts to planned maintenance, including clearing gutters and installing smoke alarms, to keep our buildings safe and functional.

This is a varied, independent but team-based role requiring reliability, adaptability and a positive problem-solving attitude.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs across estates and assets, from urgent callouts to planned maintenance.
• Unblock drains, clear gutters and install smoke alarms as part of routine works.
• Work independently and as part of a trades team to deliver quality workmanship.

Job description

Salary £27,469 to £33,271 (includes Distant Islands Allowance, currently £2,661)

A core part of our Association is a hard working Trades Team who are key to maintaining our properties and play a vital role in supporting our tenants. Each year, this dedicated team carries out over 1,800 repairs across Orkney - which for this role would be everything from urgent callouts to unblock choked drains, to planned maintenance such as clearing gutters and installing smoke alarms. The team carry out a wide range of trades and are a vital cog in our maintenance delivery and we’re now looking for someone like you to join them.
This is a hands-on, uniquely varied role that sits at the centre of our repair and maintenance service. You’ll be responsible for delivering good quality work across our estates and assets, contributing to the smooth running of our operations. We’re looking for a person who is reliable, adaptable, and motivated. Someone who can work well independently, while also being a supportive team player. Professionalism, great communication, and a positive, problem-solving attitude are key.

Full details can be found in the Recruitment Pack.

Closing date for applications is Friday, 30 October 2026.