Multi Trade Operative - Horsham

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Training and career progression

Stable, long-term work

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment are seeking a skilled Multi Trade Operative to join a growing property maintenance team. You will carry out responsive repairs, planned maintenance, void works, and property inspections across a residential housing portfolio, working across occupied and void properties and liaising with residents.

This role requires a primary trade with competence in several trades, strong health and safety knowledge, and the ability to manage a varied workload.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds qualification, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in property maintenance, repairs, or construction environments.
• Competence across multiple trades with a primary trade specialism.
• Strong Health & Safety knowledge and safe working practices.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day repairs, maintenance works, void property refurbishments, and property inspections.
• Deliver quality workmanship across your specialist trade and support other trades where required.
• Use handheld devices to manage jobs, update records, and complete documentation in real time.
• Order and manage materials efficiently, minimising waste.
• Complete repairs on the first visit wherever possible.
• Conduct risk assessments and work in line with Health & Safety regulations.
• Maintain company tools, equipment, and vehicle to the required standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain professional communication with residents and stakeholders.
• Attend scheduled appointments and ensure all work is completed to agreed service levels.
• Support and supervise apprentices when required.

Skills

Multi-trade capability

Time management

Customer service

Communication

Independent worker

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds

Job description

Multi Trade Operative

Join a Growing Property Maintenance Team

Are you a skilled Multi Trade Operative looking for a varied role where no two days are the same? We are seeking an experienced and customer-focused professional to carry out responsive repairs, planned maintenance, void property works, and property inspections across a residential housing portfolio.

The Role

As a Multi Trade Operative, you will deliver high-quality repairs and maintenance across your primary trade while supporting a range of secondary trades when required. You will work independently, managing your workload effectively to ensure jobs are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day repairs, maintenance works, void property refurbishments, and property inspections.
• Deliver quality workmanship across your specialist trade and support other trades where required.
• Use handheld devices (PDA/mobile technology) to manage jobs, update records, and complete documentation in real time.
• Order and manage materials efficiently, minimising waste.
• Complete repairs on the first visit wherever possible.
• Conduct risk assessments and work in line with Health & Safety regulations.
• Maintain company tools, equipment, and vehicle to the required standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain professional communication with residents and stakeholders.
• Attend scheduled appointments and ensure all work is completed to agreed service levels.
• Support and supervise apprentices when required.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds qualification, or equivalent practical experience in a recognised trade.
• Strong experience within property maintenance, repairs, or construction environments.
• Competence across multiple trades, with a recognised primary trade specialism.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence.

For Electrical Candidates

• 18th Edition qualification.
• City & Guilds 2391 Testing & Inspection qualification.
• Proven experience carrying out electrical repairs and installations in compliance with current regulations.

Desirable

• Current CSCS card.
• Experience working within social housing, housing associations, or residential maintenance contracts.

What’s on Offer?

• Company vehicle provided.
• Stable, long-term work within a professional maintenance environment.
• Variety of work across occupied and void residential properties.
• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression.
• Supportive team culture focused on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.