Multi Trade Operative

Red Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Red Personnel is recruiting a skilled Multi Trade Operative to support maintenance across student accommodation properties in London. You will perform responsive repairs, planned maintenance and electrical/general multi-trade tasks within occupied buildings, working in a busy facilities team to keep residents safe and comfortable.

The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ Level 2 in Electrical or Plumbing, plus relevant trades experience and strong health and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Experience as Multi Trade Operative or similar.
• NVQ Level 2 in Electrical or Plumbing required.
• Good health and safety knowledge and safe systems of work.
• Able to work independently and manage a varied workload.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out responsive repairs and maintenance across student accommodation properties.
• Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) works.
• Diagnose and rectify building defects and maintenance issues.
• Complete electrical and general multi-trade maintenance tasks.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with health and safety legislation.
• Conduct dynamic risk assessments before undertaking work.
• Maintain accurate records through digital job management systems.
• Identify and report additional maintenance requirements.
• Deliver a high standard of workmanship and customer service at all times.
• Ensure properties remain safe, warm and fully operational for residents.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Health & safety awareness

Tool use proficiency

Workload management

Customer service

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Electrical or Plumbing

Tools

Safe use of tools and equipment

Job description

Multi Trade Operative

London (Student Accommodation Buildings)

£20.42per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Temporary Assignment

Are you an experienced Multi Trade Operative looking for your next opportunity? We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading student accommodation provider for a skilled Multi Trade Operative to support the maintenance and upkeep of student residential properties across London.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy facilities team, carrying out a variety of maintenance and repair tasks within occupied student accommodation buildings.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out responsive repairs and maintenance across student accommodation properties.
• Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) works.
• Diagnose and rectify building defects and maintenance issues.
• Complete electrical and general multi-trade maintenance tasks.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with health and safety legislation.
• Conduct dynamic risk assessments before undertaking work.
• Maintain accurate records through digital job management systems.
• Identify and report additional maintenance requirements.
• Deliver a high standard of workmanship and customer service at all times.
• Ensure properties remain safe, secure, warm and fully operational for residents.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience working as a Multi Trade Operative, Maintenance Operative, Facilities Technician or similar.
• Practical experience within construction, maintenance or facilities management environments.
• NVQ Level 2 in Electrical or Plumbing.
• Additional trade qualifications (plumbing, carpentry, painting & decorating, etc.) would be advantageous.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations and safe systems of work.
• Competent in the safe use of tools and equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.
• Excellent communication skills.