Multi-Trade Operative

18 Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle & fuel card provided

Job summary

18 Recruitment Limited is recruiting on behalf of a well-established contractor for a skilled Multi-Trade Operative to cover Tower Hamlets and surrounding areas. You will perform major works in occupied homes and voids, with carpentry and plumbing at the core, plus plastering, tiling, decorating and locksmith tasks as needed.

Applicants should have proven Multi-Trade experience, be able to work independently, and hold a full UK driving licence. A company van and fuel card are provided.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Multi-Trade Operative.
• Strong carpentry and plumbing skills.
• Experience in plastering, tiling, decorating and locksmith repairs.
• Experience in social housing or residential maintenance environments.
• Full clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out major works in occupied residential properties and void maintenance.
• Complete carpentry and plumbing repairs to a high standard.
• Undertake plastering, tiling, decorating and locksmith works as required.
• Diagnose faults and deliver first-time fixes where possible.
• Provide excellent customer service in tenants' homes.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, professionally and on time.

Skills

Multi-Trade Operative

Carpentry

Plumbing

Customer service

Job description

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established contractor for a highly skilled Multi-Trade Operative to join their growing team covering Tower Hamlets and surrounding areas.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out a wide range of Major works in occupied residential properties and Void maintenance
• Completing carpentry and plumbing repairs to a high standard.
• Undertaking plastering, tiling, decorating, and locksmith works as required.
• Diagnosing faults and delivering first‑time fixes where possible.
• Providing excellent customer service when working in tenants' homes.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, professionally, and within agreed timescales.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Multi-Trade Operative.
• Strong carpentry and plumbing skills are essential.
• Good knowledge of plastering, tiling, painting & decorating, and locksmith repairs.
• Experience working within social housing, local authority, or residential maintenance environments.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Full clean UK driving licence is essential. Company Van & Fuel Card Provided

If you're a skilled Multi-Trade Operative looking for your next opportunity in Tower Hamlets, we'd love to hear from you.