Multi-Trade Operative

TN United Kingdom; Cullompton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the maintenance sector is seeking a Multi-Trade Operative to join their team. The role involves working across various domestic properties, performing tasks such as carpentry and plumbing. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous leave and pension contributions. Applicants must have relevant qualifications and a full UK driving license.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary health plans

Wellbeing support

Employee networks

Salary progression after 12 months

Qualifications

• Qualified or undertaking NVQ Level 2 in a core subject.
• Full valid UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out construction, fault fixing, and maintenance duties.
• Respond positively to complaints and breakdowns.
• Provide accurate updates on work progress.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Customer Service

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 2

Unvented G3 Certificate

Job description

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Sanctuary provides in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary organisations. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working openly and transparently, creating strong partnerships, and delivering first-class customer service.

Multi-Trade Operative

Location: Exeter, covering sites across the South West

Salary: £34,376 - £36,185 per year

Hours: 40 hours per week

We have an opportunity for a Multi-Trade Operative to join our team, covering different sites across the South West. The work is predominantly in domestic properties and includes carpentry, plumbing, installing doors/windows, plastering, tiling, fencing, and general maintenance. A company van and power tools will be provided to enable you to perform your duties to a high standard.

The base office is in Paignton, with occasional travel to this site.

Role Responsibilities:

• Carry out construction, fault fixing, and maintenance duties according to contract specifications.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good condition and restock as needed.
• Respond positively to complaints and breakdowns, resolving issues or initiating solutions while keeping customers informed.
• Provide accurate and timely updates on work progress in an understandable manner.

Skills and Experience:

• Qualified or undertaking NVQ Level 2 in a core subject (e.g., carpentry, electrical). For plumbing, Level 3, Unvented G3 Certificate, and Water Regulations (WRAS) are required. Candidates must bring original certificates to interviews.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations and legislation.
• Skills in plumbing, carpentry, joinery, kitchen/bathroom installations, UPVC door/window fitting.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize workloads, meet deadlines, and plan ahead.
• A full valid UK driving license is required for driving company vehicles.

About Sanctuary:

We provide in-house repairs and maintenance services across our properties. As a not-for-profit, we focus on outstanding customer results, transparency, partnership, and service quality.

We offer an attractive employment package including 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, a pension scheme with employer contributions, Life Assurance, Employee Advice Service, Cycle to Work scheme, voluntary health plans, wellbeing support, employee networks, and salary progression after 12 months.

Application deadline: 27 May 2025.

For questions or adjustments, contact our talent team at [emailprotected]. We may close or extend the application period depending on the number of applications. More about working with us can be found at our careers page.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to making adjustments during the application process in line with our Disability Confident status. A basic DBS check will be required for successful applicants, which we will pay for.