Multi Trade Operative - Horsham

Construction; Horsham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Training and career progression

Job summary

Construction is seeking a skilled Multi Trade Operative to join a growing property maintenance team. You will perform repairs, planned maintenance, void works and inspections across a residential housing portfolio, delivering high-quality workmanship and customer service.

Role requires independent work, strong time management, and the ability to use PDA devices to update records in real time. Company vehicle and training opportunities available.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in a recognised trade.
• Experience in property maintenance, repairs or construction.
• Competence across multiple trades with a primary trade.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Electrical candidate requirements include 18th Edition and 2391 testing (if applicable).
• CSCS card desirable for on-site work.
• Experience in social housing or residential maintenance is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day repairs, maintenance and void property refurbishments.
• Inspect properties and ensure work meets service levels.
• Deliver quality workmanship across your primary trade and support others.
• Use PDA devices to manage jobs and document work in real time.
• Order materials efficiently and minimise waste.
• Supervise apprentices when required and maintain tools/equipment.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Independent worker

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / equivalent

Full UK driving licence

Tools

PDA handheld devices

CSCS card (desirable)

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.