Multi-Trade Operative

Sanctuary; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property services company is seeking a Multi-Trade Operative to join their Operations Responsive team in Hull. The role involves conducting repairs and maintenance on tenanted properties, including plumbing and general building tasks. Candidates must hold NVQ Level 2 qualifications, ideally with experience in social housing. This position offers a salary of £34,376–£36,185 per year, along with benefits such as 25 days annual leave, a pension scheme, and a company van for business use.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

A 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

Qualifications

• Candidates must be qualified to or undertaking NVQ Level 2 in a core subject.
• Experience in a similar role within social housing is advantageous.
• Valid UK driving licence is essential for driving company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Carry out construction, fault fixing, and maintenance duties.
• Resolve problems and keep customers informed.
• Maintain a suitable van stock level.
• Provide accurate updates on the progress of works.
• Participate in out-of-hours cover via a call-out rota.

Skills

NVQ Level 2 in a core subject

Recent experience in social housing

Ability to work to deadlines

Skills in plumbing, carpentry, and plastering

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Full valid UK driving license

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualifications

Job description

Multi-Trade Operative

Hull

£34,376 - £36,185 per year

40 hours per week

We have an opportunity for a Multi-Trade Operative to join our Operations Responsive team based in Hull. The role will involve working on repairs for tenanted properties across the North East Coast. You will cover all aspects of general building repairs and maintenance including plumbing, gaining access, mechanism replacements, glazing, UPVC window and door repairs. You will be provided with a company van and power tools and training will be given as and when required.

The role will include lone and team working, and you will also be required to be on an emergency call out rota. A company van and power tools will be provided for business use along with training as and when needed.

The role of Multi-Trade Operative will include:

• Attending occupied properties to carry out construction, fault fixing and maintenance duties within Social Housing
• 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
• Providing out of hours cover via a call out rota

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
• Recent experience of undertaking a similar role within social housing is advantageous
• Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise tasks
• Additional skills in some of the following disciplines - plumbing, carpentry and plastering would be advantageous
• Working knowledge of the health and safety regulations
• 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

• 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
• £34,376 per annum (rising to £36,185 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

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Closing Date: 4 January2025

If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you - [e-mail]

We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.

View more detail about what it's like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at - http://www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team

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.

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