Multi Trade Operative

Fraser Edwards Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Fraser Edwards Recruitment is working with a leading social housing contractor to recruit an experienced Multi Trade Operative for a 6 month contract covering Yeovil, Taunton, Bridgwater and Exeter. You will be responsible for a range of repairs, maintenance and refurbishment works, ensuring properties are safe, well-maintained and completed to a high standard.

The ideal candidate will work independently, deliver quality workmanship and provide excellent customer service when liaising with

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Hands-on multi-trade experience.
• Minimum 3 years in maintenance roles.
• Experience in social housing is advantageous.
• Good communication with residents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Carpentry: Hanging doors, fitting skirting boards and architraves, general carpentry repairs.
• Plumbing: Replacing taps, basins and toilets, locating leaks, minor repairs.
• Kitchen and bathroom refurbishment and repairs.
• Tiling repairs in kitchens/bathrooms.
• Patch plastering to a smooth finish.
• Identify and rectify defects to ensure quality standards.
• Use PDA to record jobs and updates.
• Liaise with residents, clients and colleagues to provide excellent service.

Skills

Driving Licence

Trade Qualification

Multi-trade Skills

Communication Skills

Self-motivated

Independent Worker

Education

Relevant Trade Qualification

Job description

Fraser Edwards is working with a leading social housing contractor to recruit an experienced Multi Trade Operative for a 6 month contract role covering Yeovil, Taunton, Bridgwater and Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled, customer-focused tradesperson with experience in property maintenance and social housing. You will be responsible for carrying out a variety of repairs, maintenance and refurbishment works, ensuring properties are safe, well-maintained and completed to a high standard. The ideal candidate will be confident working independently, delivering quality workmanship and providing excellent customer service when liaising with residents, clients and colleagues.

The Role - Key Responsibilities

• Carpentry: Hanging doors, fitting skirting boards and architraves, and carrying out general carpentry repairs.
• Plumbing: Replacing taps, basins and toilets, identifying and locating leaks, diagnosing plumbing faults, and completing minor plumbing repairs.
• Kitchen and Bathroom Refurbishments: Carrying out a range of refurbishment, repair and improvement works.
• Tiling Repairs: Completing minor tiling repairs in kitchens and bathrooms.
• Patch Plastering: Undertaking minor plastering repairs to achieve a smooth, professional finish.
• Snagging Works: Identifying and rectifying defects to ensure all work meets the required quality standards.
• PDA Usage: Accurately recording jobs, repairs and completed works using a PDA.
• Customer Liaison: Communicating professionally with residents, clients and colleagues to deliver a reliable, customer-focused service.

Candidate Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence: Essential, as a company van will be provided for travelling between properties and sites.
• Relevant Trade Qualification: Desirable, although practical skills and hands-on experience are highly valued.
• Minimum 3 Years' Experience: Proven experience in multi-trade maintenance, ideally within the social housing sector.
• Strong Multi-Trade Skills: Competent in either carpentry or plumbing, alongside patch plastering, tiling and general property maintenance.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Confident liaising with residents and providing a professional, customer-focused service.
• Reliable and Self-Motivated: Able to manage workloads independently, work efficiently and maintain high standards of workmanship.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Multi Trade Operative looking for your next contract opportunity within social housing, we'd love to hear from you.