Multi-Skilled Operative (Multi-Trade)

18 Recruitment Limited; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Van

Fuel Card

Annual Leave

Job summary

18 Recruitment Limited is seeking a reliable Multi-Skilled Operative to join a social housing maintenance team covering Oldbury and surrounding areas. The role involves void refurbishments, repairs and general upkeep across occupied and void properties.

The successful candidate will perform carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating and related trades, delivering high-quality workmanship with safety and customer service in mind.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Multi-Skilled Operative in social housing or property maintenance.
• Strong practical skills across carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and decorating.
• Experience with void refurbishments, responsive repairs and maintaining high safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out responsive repairs and planned maintenance in social housing properties.
• Complete void refurbishments to a high standard.
• Undertake carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, painting and door/kitchen fitting tasks.
• Diagnose defects and determine effective repair solutions.
• Maintain records of works and materials used; provide good customer service.

Skills

Multi-skilled Operative

Carpentry

Plumbing

Plastering

Tiling

Painting & Decorating

Job description

Permanent, Full-Time

Benefits

• Company Van
• Fuel Card
• Annual Leave

About the Role

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Multi-Skilled Operative to join their social housing maintenance team covering Oldbury, Birmingham, and the surrounding areas.

This is a permanent position working across void properties, repairs, and maintenance contracts, carrying out a wide range of refurbishment, reactive repairs, and planned maintenance works within social housing properties. The successful candidate will be an all-round tradesperson with strong capabilities in carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, and decorating, capable of delivering high-quality work across multiple trades.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out responsive repairs and planned maintenance works within social housing properties.
• Complete void property refurbishments to a high standard.
• Undertake all aspects of:
  • Carpentry
  • Plumbing
  • Plastering repairs
  • Wall and floor tiling
  • Painting and decorating
  • Fit kitchens, bathrooms, doors, skirting boards, architraves, locks, and other fixtures
  • Carry out day-to-day repairs and maintenance across occupied and void properties
• Diagnose defects and determine the most effective repair solutions.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with company standards.
• Maintain accurate records of completed works and materials used.
• Provide excellent customer service when working within occupied homes.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety procedures and company policies.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Multi-Skilled Operative / Multi-Trader within social housing, property maintenance, or construction.
• Strong practical skills across:
  • Carpentry
  • Plumbing
  • Plastering
  • Tiling
  • Painting & Decorating
• Experience working on void refurbishments, responsive repairs, and maintenance works.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Full UK Driving Licence (Essential).

Desirable

• Experience working within social housing maintenance contracts.
• Relevant trade qualifications (NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
• Additional trade skills such as flooring, roofing, UPVC, kitchen fitting, or fencing.
• Experience working within both occupied and void properties.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be a reliable, versatile, and customer-focused tradesperson who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship. You will be comfortable turning your hand to a variety of trades, working on everything from day-to-day repairs to full void refurbishments, and capable of working both independently and as part of a wider maintenance team.

If you are a skilled Multi-Trader looking to join a reputable social housing contractor offering a stable permanent position, company vehicle, and excellent long-term career prospects, we would like to hear from you