Multi-trade Operative

Sanctuary Group; Hackney; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit organization seeks a skilled Multi-Trade Operative to manage repairs across properties in London. The role involves general building repairs, including plumbing and carpentry, and requires relevant qualifications. Enjoy a supportive work environment with numerous benefits, including generous leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service including counselling

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary health plans

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support and tools

Employee recognition scheme

Employee Networks for inclusion

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ Level 2 in a core subject.
• Must hold a full valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Attending occupied or void properties for repairs.
• Maintaining van stock levels and restocking as needed.

Skills

Health and Safety legislation

Problem Solving

PC literacy

Education

NVQ Level 2 in core subject

Unvented - G3 Certificate

Water Regulations (WRAS)

Job description

Sanctuary provide 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 in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.

Multi-Trade Operative

Kingsmead Office, London, E9 – covering the London region

£38,887 - £40,934 per year

40 hours per week

We are looking for a skilled Multi-Trade Operative to join our team of operatives with a mix of skills and qualifications working on repairs for both void and tenanted properties. Within the roles you will be covering all aspects of general building repairs including plumbing, carpentry, and painting. The role is mainly lone working with opportunities to work with the wider team as and when required. With a company van and tools included the role will cover areas in and around London.

The role of Multi-Trade Operative

will include:

-Attending occupied or void properties to carry out construction, fault fixing and maintenance duties
-Resolving problems or set into motion the means of resolution, ensuring customers are kept informed
-Maintaining a suitable van stock level and restocking these when needed
-Providing accurate and timely information on the progress of works that is easily understood by the customer


Skills and experiences:

-To ensure full compliance with Building Safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to or undertaking NVQ Level 2 in a core subject (carpentry, electrical. If Plumbing Level 3 is required, Unvented - G3 Certificate and Water Regulations (WRAS). As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted
-Working knowledge of the application of Health and Safety legislation
-Working experience of analysing and diagnosing problems and implementing effective solutions
-PC literate and able to use and update computerised systems (including PDA) for work scheduling
-This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence


About us

Sanctuary Property Services provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.

Our Benefits

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

-25 days annual leave plus public holidays
-A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
-Life Assurance
-Employee Advice Service including counselling
-Cycle to Work scheme
-Voluntary health plans
-Employee discounts
-Wellbeing support and tools
-Employee recognition scheme
-Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
-£37,814 with an additional policy allowance of £1,073 per annum (rising to £39,804 with an additional policy allowance of £1,130 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)


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Closing Date:01 June 2025

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Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.



Building Equality and Diversity

Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.
A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.