Multi-Skilled Trades Operative: Joinery & Refurb

The Recruitment Junction; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Established construction & facilities"

Varied project work

Support into permanent employment

Team-based environment

Job summary

The Recruitment Junction is seeking a skilled Multi-Skilled Operative for a permanent position in Gateshead. The role covers repairs, maintenance and refurbishment across varied projects within the facilities team.

You will perform joinery, doors, flooring, tiling and finishing tasks while ensuring safety and quality. CSCS and a trade qualification are essential, with strong independent working and communication skills.

Qualifications

• CSCS card is required.
• Trade qualification such as NVQ/L3 or City & Guilds.
• Strong joinery skills across multiple tasks.
• At least five years in reactive maintenance or facilities management.
• Experience using construction equipment and appropriate PPE.
• Good knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and high standards.
• Flexible, conscientious approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out first and second fix joinery on projects.
• Install doors, frames, ironmongery, fire doors and partitions.
• Fit kitchens, worktops, flooring systems and timber features.
• Construct stud walls, ceilings and timber structures.
• Complete finishing work: skirting boards, architraves and trims.
• Repair doors, windows, locks and other components.
• Perform minor plumbing, plastering, tiling, painting and maintenance.
• Support other trades during construction and refurbishment.
• Read drawings, specifications and job sheets.
• Liaise with site managers, clients and trades.
• Follow health and safety procedures and meet required standards.

Skills

CSCS card

NVQ Level 3/City & Guilds

Joinery skills

Reactive maintenance experience

Health & safety awareness

Independent worker

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Flexible attitude

Education

NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds

Tools

Construction equipment

PPE awareness

Job description

The Recruitment Junction is seeking a skilled Multi-Skilled Operative for a permanent position in Gateshead. The role covers repairs, maintenance and refurbishment across varied projects within the facilities team.

You will perform joinery, doors, flooring, tiling and finishing tasks while ensuring safety and quality. CSCS and a trade qualification are essential, with strong independent working and communication skills.