Multi Skilled Technician (Plastering)

Community Gateway Association; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Company vehicle

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Community Gateway Association currently seeks a Multi-Skilled Technician (Plastering) to join our Asset Management team in Preston. The role focuses on plastering across 7,000 homes, with a CGA van provided to reach sites quickly and safely.

You will carry out both planned and responsive maintenance, collaborate with other trades, and uphold health and safety standards. A full manual driving licence and NVQ Level 2 in plastering are essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 plastering or equivalent.
• Excellent communication with a flexible, can-do attitude.
• Ability to follow health and safety regulations and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and responsive plastering maintenance across properties.
• Work across Preston using CGA van to travel to sites.
• Support other trades such as basic plumbing and tiling when needed.
• Commit to high-quality finishes and safety compliance.

Education

NVQ Level 2 plastering

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Multi-Skilled Technician - (Plastering)

Plasterer

37 hours per week, based in Preston

£35,658.37 per annum (£18.48 per hour)

What will you be doing in this role?

You'll be a part of our Asset Management team, a range of skilled trades people who carry out planned and responsive maintenance in both tenanted and empty properties. We have around 7000 properties across Preston, Fylde and South Ribble so you won’t have to travel far. You’ll have a CGA van to travel to and from work and to your jobs.

What We Are Looking For In You

We are looking for someone who shares our values and puts our tenants at the heart of all they do. We are looking for a team player with qualifications and experience in all aspects of plastering, who also has the ability to carry out other trade roles such as basic plumbing and tiling. You’ll need a full manual driving licence as you’ll be working all over Preston in our communities.

The Main Things

• You’ll have at least NVQ L2 in plastering and a full manual driving licence.
• You’ll have excellent communication skills combined with a flexible ‘can do’ attitude.
• You’ll produce work to a high standard with excellent attention to detail.
• You should have a good understanding of health and safety regulations with the ability to follow and comply to risk assessments and method statements.
• You'll be able to solve problems and suggest improvements.

Why work at Community Gateway?

We are a values-based organisation who truly care about our employees, their health, safety and wellbeing. We aim for a great employee experience and that includes offering a range of benefits – have a look at the attached leaflet for more information. Our holiday entitlement starts at 26 days plus bank holidays (including your birthday off and Christmas closure!).

We also offer a company-paid health cash plan for you and your dependents (including 24/7 GP), enhanced sick pay and parental leave, reward and recognition scheme, wellbeing support, training and development and much more.

This role provides a company vehicle for work as well as the necessary power tools, PPE and uniform.

Inclusion is key for us. We would love to hear from people from diverse backgrounds for this role, those who may be underrepresented in our organisation. We aim to be reflective of the communities in which we operate and if you speak a second language this can come in handy!

A Bit More About Us

Community Gateway own and manage around 7000 homes across the city of Preston, but we are so much more than just a landlord. We aim to offer great customer service, providing safe, well-maintained and affordable homes, and making a positive difference to the communities in which we work. We make sure that we manage our business to the highest of standards and are working to create a sustainable future.

And finally, we want to be a great place to work….so if you think you have the skills, experience and can live our values, then we want to hear from you.

If you haven't done so already, check out the candidate pack on our website for more about us and top tips for your application.

Dates For Your Diary

The closing date for this role is Sunday 6th August 2026 at midnight with interviews held on Week Commencing 14th August 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.