Multi-Trade Operative - Carpentry/Plumbing (Social Housing)

Fraser Edwards Recruitment; Coventry; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided

Job summary

Fraser Edwards Recruitment is seeking an experienced Carpenter or Plumber Multi Trade Operative for a long-term contract across Coventry and Nuneaton. You will handle responsive repairs, planned maintenance and refurbishments, ensuring properties are safe and well-maintained with a focus on quality workmanship.

The role requires driving licence, practical trade skills, and the ability to work independently while delivering excellent customer service to residents and clients.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence required; company van provided.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in carpentry and multi-trade maintenance.
• Experience in social housing maintenance preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Carpentry: Hanging doors, fitting skirting boards and architraves, and general carpentry repairs.
• Plumbing: Replacing taps, basins and toilets, identifying and locating leaks, diagnosing faults, and minor repairs.
• Kitchen and bathroom refurbishments: repairs, refurbishment and improvement works.
• Tiling repairs: minor tiling repairs in kitchens and bathrooms.
• Patch plastering: minor plastering repairs for a smooth finish.
• Snagging works: rectify defects to meet quality standards.
• PDA usage: recording jobs, repairs and completed works using a PDA.
• Customer liaison: professional communication with residents, clients and colleagues to deliver reliable service.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Multi-trade maintenance

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Reliability

Education

Trade qualification (desirable)

Tools

PDA usage

Job description

Fraser Edwards Recruitment is seeking an experienced Carpenter or Plumber Multi Trade Operative for a long-term contract across Coventry and Nuneaton. You will handle responsive repairs, planned maintenance and refurbishments, ensuring properties are safe and well-maintained with a focus on quality workmanship.

The role requires driving licence, practical trade skills, and the ability to work independently while delivering excellent customer service to residents and clients.