Multi-Trade Operative

Sanctuary Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave rising to 30 days

Pension scheme with employer contribs

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is seeking a skilled Multi Trade Operative to carry out general building repairs including plumbing, carpentry and plaster patching in tenanted properties across South Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire.

The role is largely lone working with occasional team collaboration. A company van and tools are supplied, and the position offers a stable, full-time schedule from Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in a core subject (carpentry, electrical or plumbing) or currently undertaking
• Bring original certification to interview; copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted
• Full UK driving licence required for driving a company vehicle

Responsibilities

• Attend occupied or void properties to carry out construction, fault fixing and maintenance
• Resolve problems and inform customers of progress and outcomes
• Maintain tools, equipment and van stock according to procedures and budgets
• Provide accurate, timely progress information understandable to customers
• Respond to complaints and service failures to meet contract specifications

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Joinery

Plastering

Kitchen & bathroom installations

UPVC door & window fitting

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 in carpentry/electrical/plumbing

Job description

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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.

Multi Trade Operative

£35,579 - £37,452 per year

40 hours per week - Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm

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 in tenanted properties. Within the roles you will be covering all aspects of general building repairs including plumbing, carpentry, and plaster patching. 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 South Yorkshire / Nottinghamshire

The role ofMulti Trade Operativewill 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
• Ensuring tools and equipment are maintained in good condition, maintaining a suitable van stock level, and restocking these when needed in accordance with the agreed requisition procedures and budgets
• Providing accurate and timely information on the progress of works that is easily understood by the customer
• Responding positively to complaints and breakdowns in service delivery to meet customer expectations in accordance with contract and service specifications

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
• Skills in some of the following disciplines – Plumbing, Plastering, Carpentry and Joinery, kitchen and bathroom installations, UPVC door and window fitting
• Working knowledge of the application of Health and Safety legislation
• Working experience of analysing and diagnosing problems and implementing effective solutions
• 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

We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.

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 (rising to a maximum of 30 days) 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
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
• £35,579 per annum (rising to £37,452 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

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

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.