Multi-Trade Operative

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Banbury; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited, based at Hindle House in Banbury, seeks a Multi-Trade Operative. The role covers Banbury and surrounding areas, with a primary carpentry focus and 40-hour weeks from Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.

You will perform repairs and maintenance in empty properties, driving a company vehicle with a valid licence, and liaising with customers regarding progress and outcomes. A NVQ Level 2 in carpentry/electrical and related certifications are required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in a core trade (carpentry or electrical) or working towards it.
• Plumbing Level 3 if required, plus WRAS certification as applicable.
• Bring original certification to interview; copies not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Attend properties to repair, construct and maintain vacant homes in Banbury area.
• Manage tasks, update customers on progress and coordinate with team or solo work.
• Maintain van stock and restock as needed to complete works.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and company procedures.

Skills

Carpentry

Electrical

Plumbing

Plastering

Joinery

Kitchen installations

Bathroom installations

UPVC doors/windows

Health and safety

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 Carpentry/Electrical

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Title: Multi-Trade Operative

Adderbury, Oxfordshire, GB, OX17 3DZ

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 Operativewill 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.

Our Benefits

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
• Employee discounts
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Employee recognition scheme
• 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)

Closing Date:23 September 2026

If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – [e-mail]

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.

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