Multi Trade Operative

Iris Recruitment; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided (for business use

Uniform Provided

On-call rota (standby rate)

Job summary

Gloucester City Homes seeks a Multi-Trade Operative to repair, maintain and install plumbing, carpentry and wet trades across residential and commercial properties in Gloucester. You will work to set schedules, adhering to Health & Safety standards and delivering high-quality workmanship.

The role requires a base trade in Plumbing, Wet Trades or Carpentry, a full driving licence and IT literacy. A company van is provided for business use and there is an on-call rota with a standby rate.

Qualifications

• Hold City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2 or above in an associated trade.
• Experience applying multi-trade skills to fixtures, fittings and repair work.
• IT literate with ability to use electronic devices and tablets.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain and install plumbing, carpentry and wet trades across internal and external building fabric.
• Follow prescribed work schedules and health & safety policies to deliver high-quality repairs.
• Complete a high percentage of jobs as first-time fixes to ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

IT literate

Organised

Problem solving

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2 in trade

Job description

Gloucester City Homes

Multi Trade Operative
Gloucester
£35,484.92 per annum
Permanent, Full Time (40 hours per week)

• To include on call rota (with a standby rate)
• Company Van provided (for business use only)
• Uniform Provided
• Full Driving Licence required Are you an experienced Plumber or Carpenter looking for your next role within Social Housing?

  Are you a versatile professional who can address a range of property needs efficiently?

  Are you looking for an employer where you feel included, valued, respected and proud to be part of a progressive and innovative organisation?

  We’re a flexible and family friendly organisation, who believe that everyone deserves a home they can be proud of, where they can thrive and be healthy.

  Here at Gloucester City Homes, we’re seeking a Multi-Trade Operative with a base trade in either Plumbing, Wet Trades or Carpentry to join our Repairs Team. You’ll repair, maintain and install multiple trade items including roof, structure and fabric of buildings internal & external, service supplies, fixtures & fittings and other products associated with plumbing, carpentry and wet trades to a high standard to GCH customers’ homes and commercial premises.

  You’ll work in accordance with prescribed work schedules, the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) and to GCH established standard policy & procedures set for delivery of exceptional customer service. Liaising with both internal and external customers, line manager/supervisor, scheduler and colleagues appropriately and promptly, you’ll ensure those connected or involved in your work are aware of progress and action taken or action required to rectify any identified defect/s, concerns or accounts of resident vulnerability Completing a high percentage of jobs as first time fix to achieve excellent customer satisfaction.

  We’d like you to…

  • Hold a City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2 or above in an associated trade/craft.
  • Have previous experience in applying multi trade skills to the installation, repair and maintenance of fixtures, fittings and fitments.
  • Have experience of working in a customer responsive environment.
  • Have full working knowledge of Health & Safety requirements related to workshop practice and maintenance.
  • Ideally hold experience with Social Housing
  • Be able to prioritise and organise own workload.
  • Be a problem solver with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude.
  • Be able to interpret manufacturers’ instructions/technical manuals and drawings (desirable).
  • Be IT literate, comfortable working with electronic devices, PDA’s, tablets and computers
  • Hold a full valid driving licence

  Closing Date: 27th October 2026

  GCH reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date.

  GCH is committed to equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from all sections of our community, particularly those with lived experience of our work.

  We celebrate the diverse nature of our customers and colleagues, striving to develop diverse teams where everyone can be their authentic self through an inclusive, family friendly, flexible and fun culture.

  At GCH, weAdapt, weInspire,weOwn itand weCare. We live by our values and are dedicated to delivering on our commitment to customers #BeTheDifference. If that sounds like you, we’d be delighted to hear from you!