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 with employer contrib.

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary health plans

Wellbeing support

Staff Networks for inclusion

Job summary

Sanctuary Group is seeking a Multi-Trade Operative with a primary trade in carpentry to join our Voids team, based in Banbury and covering Banbury and surrounding areas. You will undertake general repairs to empty properties, working both in teams and on your own to complete tasks to a high standard.

The role requires NVQ Level 2 in carpentry or electrical, Plumbing Level 3 with G3/WRAS as applicable, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in carpentry or electrical.
• Plumbing Level 3 with G3/WRAS (WRAS) where required.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Attend properties to carry out construction, fault fixing and maintenance duties.
• Resolve problems or initiate resolution and keep customers informed of progress.
• Maintain van stock and restock as needed.
• Provide accurate, timely information on work progress in a clear, customer-friendly way.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 in carpentry or electrical

Plumbing Level 3 with G3/WRAS where required

Job description

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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.

Multi-Trade Operative

Based at Hindle House - Banbury - Covering Banbury and the surrounding areas

£37,358 - £39,324 per year

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

We have an opportunity for a Multi-Trade Operative with a primary trade in carpentry to join our Voids team, based in Banbury. In this role you will be responsible for carrying out general repairs to empty properties across Banbury and the surrounding areas. The role will include both team and lone working. We are looking for a team player with experience in a previous trade role.

The role of Multi-Trade Operative will include:

• Attending properties to carry out construction, fault fixing and maintenance duties
• Resolving problems or setting into motion the means of resolution, ensuring customers are kept informed
• Maintaining a suitable van stock level and restocking these when needed
• Providing accurate and timely information on the progress of works that is easily understood by the customer

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
• Experience in working to deadlines and prioritising work loads
• Skills in some of the following disciplines - Plumbing, Plastering, Carpentry and Joinery, kitchen and bathroom installations, UPVC door and window fitting
• Awareness of health and safety regulations and working legislation
• 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 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

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.