Multi-Trade Operative

Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited; Swindon, Thatcham, Newbury, Brighton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + holidays

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Sanctuary Housing Association is seeking a skilled Multi-Trade Operative to cover Swindon and surrounding areas. You will perform day-to-day repairs, involving plumbing and carpentry tasks, with a company van and power tools provided to maintain high standards.

You will join a team of 12 and participate in an On-Call rota. The role requires NVQ Level 2 in a core trade and a full UK driving licence, with opportunities for progression within Sanctuary’s not-for-profit housing maintenance arm.

Qualifications

• Must be NVQ Level 2 in a core subject (carpentry, electrical). If Plumbing Level 3 is required, Unvented - G3 Certificate and Water Regulations (WRAS). Bring original certification to interview.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations and working legislation.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads, work to deadlines and plan ahead.
• Must hold a full valid UK driving licence to drive the company vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Attending occupied properties to carry out construction, fault fixing and maintenance duties within Social Housing
• Resolving problems or initiating resolution, keeping customers informed
• Maintaining van stock level and restocking as needed
• Providing accurate and timely information on progress of works to customers
• Providing out of hours cover via a call out rota

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry or Plumbing

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Title: Multi-Trade Operative

Reading, GB, RG1 1HD

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

Reading - Swindon, Thatcham, Newbury, Gloucestershire and Reading areas.

£35,579 - £37,452 per year

40 hours per week

We have an opportunity for a Multi-Trade Operative to join our Day-To-Day team based in Swindon. We are looking for someone with Plumbing or Carpentry as their core trade. You will be covering sites across Swindon, Thatcham, Newbury, Gloucestershire and Reading areas.

You will be responsible for carrying out day-to-day routine responsive and reactive repairs in properties, including but not limited to fixing leaking taps, replacing baths, changing a door handle and hanging new doors. This role will also involve the following skill sets: tiling, UPVC door and window installation, bathroom/kitchen installation and repairs as well as plastering and patch repairs. Due to the nature of the role, mobile phone and company van will be provided as well as power tools for you to complete jobs to a high standard. We are looking for a well-rounded multi-trade operative.

The team of 12 also carry out external repairs including fencing and groundworks. You will be required to be on an emergency call out rota which is currently once every 9 weeks.

The role ofMulti-Trade Operativewill 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 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
• Awareness of health and safety regulations and working legislation
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to priorities workloads, work to deadlines and plan ahead
• 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.

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 (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
• Employee discounts
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Employee recognition scheme
• Staff 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)

Closing Date:7 October 2026

Job Segment: Electrical, Engineering

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.