General Builder

3Recruit Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

3Recruit Ltd is recruiting a General Builder for a nationwide client based in Gloucester. You will carry out reactive maintenance, planned repairs and refurbishment works across residential and commercial properties, with work across minor installations and finishes.

The role demands reliability, versatility across trades, and a pro-active approach to safety and quality. The position offers ongoing contract work, competitive pay and the opportunity to grow with a growing national company.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Multi Trader / General Builder / Property Maintenance Operative.
• Competent across several trades including carpentry, plumbing, decorating.
• Experience in residential or commercial maintenance environments.
• Full UK Driving Licence and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• General property maintenance and building works
• Basic carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating and patch repairs
• Kitchen and bathroom repairs / minor installations
• Flooring repairs and installations
• Internal and external maintenance works
• Maintaining safety standards on site and in occupied properties

Skills

Multi Trader

General Builder

Property Maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Decorating

Tiling

Flooring

Problem-solving

Independent worker

Education

NVQ building trade

CSCS Card

Job description

General Builder

Location: Gloucester (UK)

Salary: Competitive - DOE

Job Type: Full-time / Ongoing Contract Work

About:

Our client is a trusted nationwide property maintenance, building and compliance partner, delivering high-quality solutions across residential, commercial, care homes, retirement living, education, and public sector environments. With over 25 years of industry experience, they pride themselves on quality workmanship, compliance, and long-term client relationships.

The Role:

We are seeking reliable and skilled General Builders/ Multi Traders who can carry out a wide range of property maintenance and building tasks to a high standard. You will work across a variety of properties completing reactive maintenance, planned repairs, and refurbishment works.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys working across multiple trades.

Key Responsibilities:

• General property maintenance and building works
• Basic carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating and patch repairs
• Kitchen and bathroom repairs / minor installations
• Flooring repairs and installations
• Internal and external maintenance works
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard
• Maintaining a professional approach when working in occupied properties

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Multi Trader / General Builder / Property Maintenance Operative
• Competent across several trades (carpentry, plumbing, decorating etc.)
• Experience working in residential or commercial maintenance environments
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Good communication and customer service skills

Desirable (Not Essential)

• NVQ qualification in a building trade
• CSCS Card
• Experience working within care homes, housing, or commercial property maintenance

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Ongoing work with a growing national company
• Opportunity to work on varied projects across multiple sectors
• Supportive management team
• Long-term opportunities for the right candidates