General Building Operative

Essential Employment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Employment is seeking a General Building Operative in Cardiff on a temporary basis. The role involves delivering a high‑quality multi‑trade maintenance service, diagnosing issues and carrying out building, repair and refurbishment tasks with professionalism.

The successful candidate will work across trades such as joinery, plumbing, plastering and basic electrical tasks, respond to daily job requests, and help maintain a secure, compliant environment. Pre-employment checks may apply.

Qualifications

• Across trades including joinery, plumbing, plastering and basic electrical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a multi‑trade maintenance service with professionalism and attention to detail.
• Diagnose issues and complete works safely and efficiently.
• Ensure all areas are kept to a high standard.

Skills

Joinery

Plumbing

Plastering

Electrical work

Job description

General Building Operative needed in Cardiff

This is a temporary role and the rate is £15.00ph PAYE

The reference number is: 470541

The successful candidate will deliver a high‑quality, multi‑trade maintenance service, carrying out a range of building, repair and refurbishment tasks with professionalism and attention to detail. They will diagnose issues, complete works safely and efficiently, and ensure all areas are kept to a high standard.

They will work confidently across trades such as joinery, plumbing, plastering and basic electrical tasks, respond to daily job requests, and contribute to a well‑maintained, secure and compliant environment.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.