Multi Trade Operative

Daniel Owen Ltd; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Uniform provided

Pension contributions

Life insurance

Permanent health insurance

Health cash plan

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Daniel Owen Ltd is recruiting a skilled Multi Trade Operative for our social housing repairs team in Staines-upon-Thames. The role covers responsive carpentry, plumbing, tiling, painting, and general maintenance across tenanted properties, with a company vehicle, fuel card, and uniform provided.

Expect a full UK driving licence, DBS check, and up to 10% employer pension contributions. 25 days of annual leave plus life insurance and health cover are included as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Experience in responsive repairs in social housing preferred.
• Ability to perform multiple trades to a high standard.
• Excellent customer service and communication with residents.

Responsibilities

• Perform responsive repairs and maintenance across tenanted properties.
• Replace/repair skirting boards, architraves, doors and carpentry items.
• Install/adjust kitchen units, worktops and fixtures.
• Repair internal doors, handles, locks and ironmongery.
• Identify and fix minor plumbing issues (leaks, taps, sinks).
• Patch plaster and repair damaged walls/ceilings.
• Tile walls and floors, grout, seal and finish.
• Paint and decorate to professional standards after repairs.
• Record details, materials used and notes using handheld devices.
• Keep tools and vehicles safe and well-maintained.
• Manage daily workload to meet productivity targets and SLAs.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Tiling

Painting

Maintenance

Customer service

Tools

Job management software

Job description

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 am - 5:00 pm

Salary: £40,267.50 per annum

We have an opportunity for a skilled and experienced Multi Trade Operative to join a dedicated housing repairs and maintenance team in Staines-upon-Thames.

Responsibilities:

Performing a wide range of responsive repairs and maintenance works across tenanted social housing properties.

Replacing and repairing skirting boards, architraves, internal door frames, and other carpentry elements.

Installing, adjusting, and repairing kitchen units, worktops, cupboard doors, and associated fixtures.

Repairing and replacing internal doors, handles, locks, hinges, and ironmongery.

Identifying and resolving minor plumbing issues, including leaks, dripping taps, and blocked sinks.

Undertaking patch plastering and making good damaged walls, ceilings, and surfaces.

Completing wall and floor tiling repairs, including grouting, sealing, and finishing works.

Carrying out painting and decorating duties to a high-quality, professional standard following repair works.

Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with company quality standards.

Identifying and reporting additional repair requirements, safeguarding concerns, and property issues outside the scope of works.

Delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining positive relationships with residents at all times.

Accurately recording job details, materials used, and completion notes using handheld technology or job management systems.

Maintaining tools, equipment, and company vehicles in a safe, clean, and serviceable condition.

Managing daily workloads effectively to achieve productivity targets and service level agreements.

Requirements:

Full UK Driving Licence (manual)

Basic Criminal Record Check (DBS)

Company vehicle, fuel card, and uniform provided as part of the role package.

25 days of annual leave entitlement, excluding bank holidays.

Employer pension contributions of up to 10%.

Life insurance and permanent health insurance.

Health cash plan offering cashback on everyday healthcare costs.