Maintenance Operative / Multi-Skilled Tradesman

Live-in Guardians Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Live-in Guardians Ltd. in London is seeking a Maintenance Operative / Multi-Skilled Tradesman to maintain and refurbish our portfolio across domestic and commercial properties. The role covers a wide range of trades, from kitchens and windows to fire doors, plumbing, and basic electrical work.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule (8:00am–4:30pm) with flexibility as needed. The ideal candidate is fluent in English, practical, reliable, and ready to work with Guardians and clients to

Qualifications

• Proven experience completing building fabric and maintenance works to a high standard.
• Strong practical skills across multiple trades.
• Good communication skills and confidence interacting with Guardians, clients, and internal teams.
• Physical stamina and manual dexterity.
• A professional and presentable manner at all times.
• A flexible attitude and strong alignment with company values.
• Fluency in English.
• Punctuality and reliability.
• SSSTS registration (not essential but advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of general maintenance and building fabric works to a high standard across the portfolio.
• Undertake refurbishment works on new and existing projects as required.
• Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with company standards.
• Installation, repair, and maintenance of kitchens.
• Repair and installation of windows.
• Installation and maintenance of fire doors and associated frameworks.
• Installation and repair of toilets.
• Installation and repair of washing machines.
• Repair and replacement of taps, valves, and kitchen sinks.
• Installation of showers.
• Replacement of extractor fans.
• Installation and replacement of lighting.
• Basic fault-finding and minor electrical repairs.
• Painting and decorating.
• Plastering and rendering.
• Grouting and silicone seal repairs.
• Roof repairs.
• Working at height where required.
• Ensure PPE is worn at all times.
• Carry out all works in a safe, professional, and health-and-safety-conscious manner.
• Comply fully with company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a flexible approach to working hours to ensure jobs are completed when required.
• Demonstrate knowledge of local suppliers across London to source materials efficiently.
• Show a clear understanding of London parking and driving requirements.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with Guardians, clients, and internal teams.

Skills

Multitrade experience

Practical skills

Communication skills

Fluent English

Punctuality and reliability

Education

SSSTS certification (advantage)

Job description

Maintenance Operative / Multi-Skilled Tradesman

£35,000 – £40,000 per annum, dependent on experience

8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday (flexibility required)

London

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

SPECIFIC

Maintenance & Repairs

• Carry out a wide range of general maintenance and building fabric works to a high standard across the portfolio.
• Undertake refurbishment works on new and existing projects as required.
• Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with company standards.
• Installation, repair, and maintenance of kitchens.
• Repair and installation of windows.
• Installation and maintenance of fire doors and associated frameworks.

Plumbing

• Installation and repair of toilets.
• Installation and repair of washing machines.
• Repair and replacement of taps, valves, and kitchen sinks.
• Installation of showers.

Basic Electrical Works

• Replacement of extractor fans.
• Installation and replacement of lighting.
• Basic fault-finding and minor electrical repairs.

General Building Maintenance

• Painting and decorating.
• Plastering and rendering.
• Grouting and silicone seal repairs.
• Roof repairs.
• Working at height where required.

Health & Safety

• Ensure PPE is worn at all times.
• Carry out all works in a safe, professional, and health-and-safety-conscious manner.
• Comply fully with company health and safety policies and procedures.

Operational Requirements

• Maintain a flexible approach to working hours to ensure jobs are completed when required.
• Demonstrate knowledge of local suppliers across London to source materials efficiently.
• Show a clear understanding of London parking and driving requirements.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with Guardians, clients, and internal teams.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Proven experience completing building fabric and maintenance works to a high standard.
• Strong practical skills across multiple trades.
• Good communication skills and confidence interacting with a wide range of people.
• Physical stamina and manual dexterity.
• A professional and presentable manner at all times.
• A flexible attitude and strong alignment with company values.
• Fluency in English.
• Punctuality and reliability.
• SSSTS registration (not essential but advantageous).

GENERAL

• Support and engage in the company’s culture, values, and strategic objectives.
• Ensure all tasks are completed to a high standard and within required timeframes.
• Take responsibility for personal training and professional development.
• Undertake all Health & Safety responsibilities relevant to the role.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as required by the company.

The Maintenance Operative / Multi-Skilled Tradesman is responsible for delivering high-quality building maintenance and refurbishment services across all properties within the Live-in Guardians portfolio. The role involves working across both domestic and commercial properties, supporting ongoing maintenance needs as well as refurbishment works on new projects. As this role includes regular interaction with Guardians and clients, the post-holder must always act professionally and present themselves in a courteous and presentable manner.