Multi Trade Operative

Fortus Recruitment Group; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 65,904,384 - 74,390,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20p per mile paid

Temp to perm opportunity

Long-term, secure work

Job summary

Fortus Recruitment Group is seeking a proactive Multi Trade Operative for a temp to perm contract covering Grantham and Melton Mowbray. You will perform reactive maintenance in social housing properties and carry out a range of multi-trade tasks.

We require proven skills across carpentry, plumbing, tiling, plastering and decorating, plus a full UK driving licence. The role pays £23 per hour CIS with 20p per mile. This is long-term, with progression opportunities and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Multi Trade Operative.
• Competent across carpentry, plumbing, tiling, plastering and decorating.
• Previous experience in social housing or reactive maintenance preferred.
• Full UK driving licence essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily workloads.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out reactive maintenance repairs within social housing properties.
• Completing a range of multi-trade works including: carpentry, plumbing, tiling, plastering and decorating.
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs safely and efficiently.
• Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in line with health and safety regulations.
• Maintaining clear communication with tenants and office staff.
• Keeping company vehicle and equipment in good condition.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Tiling

Plastering

Decorating

Driving licence

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

Overview

Multi Trade Operative - Temp to Perm

Location: Grantham and Melton Mowbray

Pay rate: £23 per hour CIS (Own van required). 20p per mile paid

Responsibilities

• Carrying out reactive maintenance repairs within social housing properties
• Completing a range of multi-trade works including:
• Carpentry repairs and installations
• Basic plumbing maintenance
• Wall and floor tiling
• Patch plastering and making good
• Internal painting and decorating
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs efficiently and safely
• Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in line with health and safety regulations
• Maintaining clear communication with tenants and office staff
• Keeping company vehicle and equipment in good condition

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Multi Trade Operative
• Competent across carpentry, plumbing, tiling, plastering, and decorating
• Previous experience within social housing or reactive maintenance preferred
• Full UK driving licence essential
• Ability to work independently and manage daily workloads effectively
• Strong customer service and communication skills

What We Offer

• Temp to perm opportunity
• 20p per mile paid
• Long-term, secure work
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunities for career progression and development