Multi-Trade Operative

Sanctuary Group; Adderbury; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary health plans

Wellbeing support and tools

Staff Networks

Company van and power tools

Job summary

Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is recruiting a Multi-Trade Operative with a strong plumbing background to join our Banbury-based Operations Response team. You will carry out responsive repairs in residents' homes across Cherwell and surrounding areas, tackling tasks from taps to baths and general maintenance.

Working in a not-for-profit organisation, we offer a secure role, paid training, and an attractive package including 25 days leave, a company van and power tools.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in a core subject (carpentry, electrical) or working toward it.
• Willing to undertake Plumbing Level 3 if required with WRAS.
• Ability to drive and hold a full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise tasks.
• Experience in plumbing, carpentry or plastering as needed.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out responsive repairs and maintenance in occupied homes.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs across trades.
• Undertake plumbing and general multi-trade work.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Participate in an out-of-hours emergency rota.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and customer service.

Skills

NVQ Level 2 in core subject

Driving licence

Deadline management

Multi-trade capability

Health and safety knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 2 in core subject

Plumbing Level 3 (WRAS) if required

Job description

Multi-Trade Operative (Plumbing)

Based at Hindle House, Banbury | Covering Banbury and surrounding areas

£37,358 - 39,324 per year

40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:00am to 4:30pm

Build a career where your work makes a difference

We're looking for an experienced Multi-Trade Operative with a strong plumbing background to join our Operations Response team in Banbury.

Working across Cherwell and the surrounding are, you'll help maintain and improve residents' homes through high-quality repairs and maintenance. From fixing leaking taps and replacing baths to fitting doors, fencing repairs and general property maintenance, no two days are the same.

As part of a not-for-profit organisation, you'll support local communities while enjoying excellent benefits, job security and development opportunities. A company van, power tools and ongoing training are provided.

The role ofMulti-Trade Operativewill include:

• Carrying out responsive repairs and maintenance in occupied homes.
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs across a range of trades.
• Undertaking plumbing and general multi-trade work.
• Working independently and as part of a team.
• Participating in an out-of-hours emergency call-out rota.
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety and customer service.

Skills and experiences:

• To ensure full compliance with Building Safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to or undertaking NVQ Level 2 in a core subject (carpentry, electrical. If Plumbing Level 3 is required, Unvented - G3 Certificate and Water Regulations (WRAS). As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted
• Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise tasks
• Additional skills in some of the following disciplines - plumbing, carpentry and plastering
• Working knowledge of the health and safety regulations
• This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence

About us

We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

• 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays
• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
• Life Assurance
• Employee Advice Service including counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Voluntary health plans
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Staff Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
• £37,358 per annum, rising to £39,324 after 12 months (subject to satisfactory performance)

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.

A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.