Multi Skilled Operative

Portakabin limited; Purfleet-on-Thames; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Multi Skilled Operative in Purfleet to refurbish and fit out modular buildings. This role involves various tasks including joinery, plumbing, and decoration, with a focus on high-quality standards and customer service. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career progression within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

24 days plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Access to health and wellbeing services

Community volunteering

Funded professional qualifications

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Operational experience in joinery, plumbing, painting, decorating, and electrics.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Refurbish and fit out buildings to high standards.
• Support installation and dismantling of buildings.
• Ensure health and safety policies are followed.

Skills

Joinery

Plumbing

Painting

Decorating

Electrics

Problem-solving

Customer focus

Decision-making

Job description

Role – Multi Skilled Operative – Purfleet

Hourly rate: £16.23 per hour (including London Weighting) + Overtime

Opportunity to earn additional hourly rate between £0.25 - £4.38 based on skill set and behaviours.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Multi Skilled Operative to join our successful team at Portakabin Site in Purfleet.

In this role, you will refurbish and fit out our buildings to high standards, carrying out rectifications and supporting the installation and dismantling of buildings alongside our hauliers.

Role Responsibilities

1. Undertake preparation and decoration of all surfaces, internal and external.
2. Perform basic joinery tasks including partition walls, doors, and windows.
3. Carry out basic plumbing tasks such as sink and toilet installation, waste and drainage work, and push-fit fittings.
4. Support in preparation and first fix on site.
5. Assist in fitting out and refurbishing buildings on and off-site.
6. Ensure health and safety policies are followed, report hazards and near misses.
7. Provide customer-focused and efficient service as part of the team.

Essential Skills Required

• Operational experience in joinery, plumbing, painting, decorating, and electrics.
• Ability to build good relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Enthusiasm for demanding goals.
• Good organisation and planning skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Customer focus and decision-making skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Benefits & Opportunities

• 24 days plus bank holidays, with option to buy 5 additional days.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Opportunity to earn extra hourly rate based on skills and behaviours.
• Access to health and wellbeing services, community volunteering, funded professional qualifications, and career progression opportunities.

Why Portakabin?

We design and deliver high-quality modular buildings supporting various sectors. Our commitment to sustainability and community involvement is core to our values. With over 2,000 employees across ten European countries, we are dedicated to diversity and inclusion, offering reasonable adjustments during the application process. For support, contact [e-mail].