Multi-Skilled Operative - Plasterers

Blue Octopus Recruitment Limited; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for experienced Plasterers in the Barnstaple area to join a Multi-Skilled Operatives team. Ideal candidates should have a City & Guilds Level 2 Qualification in plastering, a recognised apprenticeship, and experience in delivering high levels of customer service. This permanent role offers a salary of up to £31,464.72 per annum, along with a benefits package including 27 days holiday, pension contributions, and health support. A full UK driving licence is required.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

7% Employer contribution Pension

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Health & Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering high levels of customer service.
• Completion of a recognised plastering apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Strong knowledge of construction activities and Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a full range of duties, including plastering, rendering, internal wall insulation, and damp-proofing.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, subcontractors, and customers.
• Adhere to Health and Safety legislation.

Skills

Customer service

Plastering

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 Qualification in plastering

Recognised plastering apprenticeship

Job description

Role: Multi Skilled Operative – Plasterers

Contract: Permanent - full time

Location: Barnstaple and surrounding areas

Hours: 37 hours

Salary: Up to £31,464.72 per annum depending on experience - plus benefits

The Role

Are you an experienced plasterer looking to make a difference within the North Devon community? North Devon Homes is seeking Plasterers to join our Multi-Skilled Operatives within our Response & Void team. You’ll deliver high-quality improvement, repair, and installation activities, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a full range of duties, including plastering, rendering, internal wall insulation, and damp-proofing.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, subcontractors, and customers to deliver an efficient, customer-focused repairs service.
• Maintain excellent service standards and represent North Devon Homes professionally.
• Support continuous improvement and promote our values and culture.
• Adhere to Health and Safety legislation and operational protocols.
• Manage van stock and issued equipment effectively.
• Participate in out-of-hours service provision when required.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in delivering high levels of customer service.
• Completion of a recognised plastering apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• City & Guilds Level 2 Qualification in plastering or similar.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Strong knowledge of construction activities and Health & Safety legislation.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible, resilient, and committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 7% Employer contribution Pension
• Cash Plan of up to £1600 per year
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Health & Wellbeing Support
• Family Friendly Policies
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Basic DBS check.

Closing date: 24 December 2025

Interviews: We will be inviting applicants to interview throughout December, closing the vacancy when we have successfully appointed two new plasterers. Please don’t delay with your application!

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. As part of this commitment, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role to which they have applied. We request that all applications are submitted with a completed Equality & Diversity Form.

Should you like to discuss the role prior to making an application, please contact the HR team on 01271 313352.