Multi Trade Maintenance Operative

RG Setsquare; Truro; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A maintenance contractor in central Cornwall is seeking an experienced Multi-Trade Carpenter to join their Responsive Repairs team. The role involves completing various repairs including carpentry, plumbing, and tiling tasks in domestic properties. Candidates should have proven carpentry experience and excellent problem-solving skills. This position offers a competitive salary and full-time employee benefits, including training opportunities and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Company van

Uniform

Fuel card

Training and career development opportunities

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Proven carpentry experience, including door and window repairs.
• Experience in responsive repairs within occupied properties.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of carpentry-based repairs including door hanging and skirting boards.
• Respond to repair requests from tenants and homeowners in a timely manner.
• Complete all paperwork and reports as required by the company.

Skills

Proven carpentry experience

Excellent problem-solving skills

Communication skills

General multi-trade skills

Job description

Multi-Trade Carpenter (Responsive Repairs)

Location: Central Cornwall (Truro, Redruth, Falmouth, and surrounding areas)

Salary: Competitive, with permanent employee benefits upon successful placement

Contract Type: Temporary (12 weeks trial leading to permanent position)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Multi-Trade Carpenter to join a well-established maintenance contractor's Responsive Repairs team in central Cornwall. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled carpenter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys a varied, hands‑on role carrying out day-to-day repairs in people's homes.

In this role, you will be responsible for completing a variety of responsive repairs in domestic properties. Your work will cover a range of carpentry and general maintenance tasks, ensuring the highest standards of workmanship and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of carpentry-based repairs including door hanging, skirting boards, windows, architraves, and general maintenance
• Undertake other multi-trade duties (plumbing, basic tiling, plastering, etc.) where required
• Respond to repair requests from tenants and homeowners in a timely and professional manner
• Ensure that all work is carried out to a high standard of quality and in compliance with health and safety guidelines
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain positive relationships with residents
• Complete all paperwork and reports as required by the company

Essential Requirements

• Proven carpentry experience, including door and window repairs, framing, joinery, basic plumbing repairs, patch repairs, basic tiling repairs
• Experience in responsive repairs within occupied properties
• General multi-trade skills (basic plumbing, tiling, and plastering are a plus)
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (preferred for the initial 12 weeks, not essential)

Benefits

• Full-time, permanent position with all the benefits of a valued employee, including company van, uniform, and fuel card
• Competitive salary
• Access to training and career development opportunities
• Pension scheme, holiday allowance, and other employee benefits

How to Apply

If you are an experienced multi-trade carpenter looking to join a friendly, growing team working in central Cornwall, we want to hear from you! Please apply via this advert, or call Heather (phone number removed).

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.