Maintenance Operative

Deverell Smith Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established residential developer is seeking a Maintenance Operative to support fire remediation works in Greenwich. The role involves a variety of tasks such as reinstating works, plumbing, and carpentry, contributing to safe and efficient living spaces in occupied and temporarily vacated homes. This position offers competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and extensive support, including company provided van and equipment.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company van and fuel card

Paid overtime

Materials trade card

Qualifications

• Experience working in occupied residential settings is an advantage.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking opening-up works and reinstatement following fire remediation.
• Conducting waking watch inspections (training provided).
• Recording and reporting on completed works and identifying any follow-up actions.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Wall tiling

Dry lining

Decorating

Mastic work

Job description

Maintenance Operative (Multi trader)
Location: Greenwich (travel to other developments may be required)
Contract: Fixed-term until September 2026
Salary: 41,000 per annum, plus paid overtime available

We are working with a well-established residential developer to recruit a Maintenance Operative to support ongoing fire remediation works. This role will involve carrying out opening-up and reinstatement works within occupied and temporarily vacated homes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertaking opening-up works and reinstatement following fire remediation
• Removing and refitting kitchen units, sanitaryware, and other fixtures
• Ensuring all work areas are protected, clean, and safe throughout the process
• Conducting waking watch inspections (training provided)
• Recording and reporting on completed works and identifying any follow-up actions
• Supporting the wider site team with inspections and related tasks

Skills and experience required:

• Carpentry (including kitchen fitting)
• Plumbing and sanitaryware installation/removal
• Wall tiling, dry lining, decorating, and mastic work
• Experience working in occupied residential settings is an advantage
• Full UK driving licence

Additional information:

• Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm (40 hours per week)
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (with 3 days held for Christmas closure)
• All materials and equipment provided
• Company van and fuel card, paid overtime, materials trade card