Multi Skilled Operative

YMCA Brighton; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Welcoming working environment

Job summary

Coastline Housing is seeking a Multi Skilled Operative to maintain and refurbish Coastline properties in Cornwall. The role involves looking after company vehicles, plant and equipment, and working within a team to deliver high standards of service.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant trade qualification, CSCS card (or willing to obtain one) and a basic DBS check. A full driving licence is essential and a commitment to health and safety is required.

Qualifications

• Good education and ideally a relevant trade qualification.
• CSCS card required or to be obtained after joining.
• Full driving licence is essential.
• Basic DBS check will apply.
• Health and safety awareness is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out internal and external maintenance and refurbishment of Coastline properties.
• Care for and maintain company vehicles, plant and equipment.
• Work as part of a team and in a customer-focused environment.
• Possess a flexible approach to duties and travel as needed.

Education

Trade qualification

CSCS card

DBS check (basic)

Job description

Please note we may opt to close this vacancy earlier if we have a large response to the advert, so we would encourage you to get any application in as swiftly as possible to avoid disappointment. Please note, if we have asked for a cover letter and you have not submitted one, your application will be automatically rejected and you will not be shortlisted.Closing date: 5 October 2026Anticipated interview date: 9 October 2026Copy and paste this URL to view the Role Profile.https://www.coastlinehousing.co.uk/documents/274/Role_Profile_Multi_Skilled_Operative.pdf

About Coastline

Coastline Housing is a charitable social landlord serving Cornwall. Winners in the Third Sector category at the Cornwall Business Awards and one of the fastest growing landlords in the country, we are proud to be a key provider of housing and support in Cornwall. That includes social housing for thousands of people across Cornwall, plus shared ownership and rent to buy homes to help people get a home of their own. Our Extra Care scheme in Redruth houses many older people, and our services for anyone experiencing homelessness help hundreds each year who are rough sleeping.Accredited with Investors in People Gold, Investors in Volunteers, a Menopause Workplace Pledge and Disability Confident Leader, we are a proven, people-focused employer, putting customers and colleagues at the heart of what we do. Please notify our recruitment team if you would like:

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If we have advertised for a full-time position but your preference is to work part-time or flexibly, please do give us a call so we can discuss these options with you. While some roles do require a full-time postholder, wherever we can accommodate a flexible way of working we will do so for the right candidate. It is more important to us that we have the right people in our organisation, rather than just people who can work full-time.

About the job

Working with a fantastic team of operatives, you'll carry out a range of activities associated with the internal and external maintenance and refurbishment of our Coastline properties. You'll also be responsible for the care and condition of company vehicles, plant and equipment.The successful applicant will have a good standard of education and ideally hold a relevant trade qualification. They will also hold a CSCS card, or be required to obtain one once in post. We're looking for someone with general building experience, who has worked in a customer-focused environment and as part of a team. A good understanding of health and safety in the workplace would be advantageous.This role requires a full driving licence and is subject to a basic DBS check.Coastline offers a generous benefits package, a welcoming working environment and a culture we're proud of. Females are currently under‑represented in some of our Service Repairs teams and we are committed to improving gender balance across the organisation. We are taking positive action to support this, and will guarantee the offer of an interview to candidates who identify as female and meet the essential requirements of the vacancy.