Multi-Trade Operative

Caddy Group Limited

Basingstoke

On-site

GBP 28,000 - 36,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle/allowance
Fuel card
Company pension
Annual leave entitlement
Private medical options
Employee wellbeing support
Training and CPD opportunities
Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Caddy Group Limited is seeking a hands-on Multi-Trade Operative to perform planned and reactive maintenance, refurbishment, repair and installation across client sites in the South Central region. The role requires versatility across carpentry, general building, painting and decorating, minor plumbing and external maintenance.

The successful candidate will work across commercial, industrial and public sector environments, supporting maintenance programmes and project teams with regular travel

Qualifications

  • NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a recognised construction trade.
  • CSCS Card holder.
  • Full UK Driving Licence required.
  • Minimum 3 years' experience within construction, maintenance or facilities management.
  • Proven experience working across multiple trades.
  • Experience within commercial, industrial or public sector environments.

Responsibilities

  • Undertake planned and reactive maintenance works.
  • Complete refurbishment and repair works within occupied and unoccupied properties.
  • Read and interpret drawings, specifications and work instructions.
  • Ensure works are completed in accordance with relevant regulations and site procedures.
  • Maintain high standards of workmanship and attention to detail.
  • Complete job sheets, reports and timesheets accurately.
  • Liaise professionally with clients, site teams and building users.
  • Ensure work areas are clean, safe and left in a satisfactory condition.

Job description

Multi-Trade Operative

Location: South Central, with regular travel

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Sector: Construction / Facilities Management / Maintenance

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Multi-Trade Operative to join their team, carrying out planned and reactive maintenance, refurbishment, repair and installation works across a range of client sites.

This is a varied, hands-on role suited to an experienced all-round tradesperson with skills across carpentry, general building, painting and decorating, minor plumbing and external maintenance.

The successful candidate will work across commercial, industrial and public sector environments, supporting both planned maintenance programmes and larger project teams where required.

Regular travel across the South Central region is an essential part of the role, with occasional overnight stays depending on project location.

Key Responsibilities
General Maintenance
  • Undertake planned and reactive maintenance works
  • Complete refurbishment and repair works within occupied and unoccupied properties
  • Read and interpret drawings, specifications and work instructions
  • Ensure works are completed in accordance with relevant regulations and site procedures
  • Maintain high standards of workmanship and attention to detail
  • Complete job sheets, reports and timesheets accurately
  • Liaise professionally with clients, site teams and building users
  • Ensure work areas are clean, safe and left in a satisfactory condition
Carpentry & Joinery
  • Door installation and repairs
  • Ironmongery replacement and adjustment
  • Installation and repair of skirting boards and architraves
  • Internal joinery works
  • Kitchen and furniture installation
  • Stud wall construction and repairs
General Building & Fabric
  • General building repairs and maintenance
  • Minor brickwork and blockwork
  • Patch plastering and making good
  • Ceiling repairs
  • Flooring repairs and installation
  • General fabric maintenance
Painting & Decorating
  • Surface preparation
  • Internal and external painting
  • Minor wallpaper repairs
  • Application of protective coatings
  • General decorating and finishing works
Minor Plumbing
  • Replacement of taps, toilets and sanitaryware
  • Minor pipework repairs
  • Leak investigation
  • Basic drainage maintenance
External Works & Groundworks
  • Fence and gate repairs
  • Paving and slab repairs
    Passive Fire Protection - Desirable
    • Experience in the following would be advantageous:
    • Fire door maintenance and adjustments
    • Minor fire stopping repairs
    • Fire door and passive fire protection inspections
    Health & Safety Responsibilities
    • Comply with all relevant health and safety legislation and site procedures
    • Complete risk assessments and dynamic risk assessments where required
    • Wear and maintain appropriate PPE
    • Report hazards, accidents, incidents and near misses promptly
    • Ensure tools and equipment are maintained in a safe condition
    • Follow RAMS and permit-to-work procedures where applicable
    • Maintain a safe working environment for colleagues, clients and building users
    Essential Requirements
    • Qualifications
    • NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a recognised construction trade
    • CSCS Card
    • Full UK Driving Licence
    • Experience
    • Minimum 3 years' experience within construction, maintenance or facilities management
    • Proven experience working across multiple trades
    • Experience within commercial, industrial or public sector environments
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
    • Strong practical knowledge of general building maintenance
    • Knowledge & Skills
    • Good understanding of building maintenance techniques
    • Knowledge of construction materials and methods
    • Good understanding of health and safety requirements
    • Competent and safe use of hand and power tools
    • Strong problem-solving and practical skills
    • Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
    • Desirable Qualifications & Experience
    • The following would be advantageous:
    • PASMA
    • IPAF
    • Asbestos Awareness
    • Working at Height
    • First Aid at Work
    • Fire Door Inspection qualification
    • Confined Space training
    • Existing BPSS, SC, EL1 or equivalent security clearance
    • Previous experience working on secure, MOD, public sector or other controlled sites
    The Ideal Candidate
    • Reliable, self-motivated and hardworking
    • Professional and customer-focused
    • Flexible and adaptable
    • Comfortable travelling between multiple sites
    • Able to work independently with minimal supervision
    • A strong communicator
    • Well organised and able to manage competing priorities
    • Committed to high standards of workmanship
    • Safety-conscious and able to follow site procedures
    • Proactive when identifying and resolving maintenance issues
    Working Hours & Travel
    • 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
    • Overtime may be available
    • Occasional weekend working may be required
    • Regular travel between client sites will be required
    • Occasional overnight stays may be necessary depending on project location
    What's on Offer
    • Competitive salary, dependent on experience
    • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance, where applicable
    • Fuel card, where applicable
    • Expenses
    • Company pension scheme
    • Annual leave entitlement
    • Private medical options
    • Employee assistance and wellbeing support
    • Training, CPD and development opportunities
    • Career progression opportunities
    • Exposure to varied and high-profile projects across multiple sectors
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