Multi-Trade Operative - Joiner

Sanctuary Group; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing provider is seeking a skilled Multi-Trade Operative to carry out repairs and maintenance work. The role requires proficiency in joinery or plumbing and includes responsibilities such as attending occupied properties and providing customer service. Candidates should hold an NVQ Level 2 qualification and a valid UK driving license. Benefits include 25 days of annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Employee recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ Level 2 in a core subject (carpentry, electrical).
• Full valid UK driving licence required.
• Previous experience working within Social Housing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Attend occupied properties for construction and maintenance duties.
• Resolve customer issues and keep them informed.
• Maintain suitable van stock levels.
• Provide accurate progress information to customers.
• Provide out of hours cover via a call-out rota.

Skills

Joinery

Plumbing

Health and safety regulations awareness

Problem resolution

Planning and prioritization

Education

NVQ Level 2 in a core subject

Unvented G3 Certificate

Water Regulations (WRAS)

Job description

One of the UK’s leading providers of housing, care and community services, Sanctuary Group employs around 13,000 people and manages more than 100,000 units of accommodation throughout England and Scotland, including general rented, retirement living, supported housing, student and key worker accommodation and care homes. Sanctuary also provides a range of other services including maintenance, care and telecare, all of which are delivered by our dedicated employees who are completely committed to customer service.

Overview

Multi–Trade Operative – Joiner. Location: Kirkstall. Salary: £34,376 – £36,185 per year. 40 hours per week – Monday to Friday – 8:00am to 4:30pm. We are looking for a skilled Multi-Trade Operative to join our team of operatives with a mix of skills and qualifications working on repairs for tenanted properties. The role is mainly lone working with opportunities to work with the wider team as required. A company van and power tools are provided; the role covers areas in and around West Yorkshire.

Responsibilities

• Attend mostly occupied properties to carry out construction, fault fixing and maintenance duties
• Resolve problems or initiate the means of resolution, ensuring customers are kept informed
• Maintain a suitable van stock level and restock as needed
• Provide accurate and timely information on the progress of works that is easily understood by the customer
• Provide out of hours cover via a call out rota

Skills and Qualifications

• To ensure full compliance with Building Safety legislation, candidates 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) may be applicable.
• As part of the interview process, candidates must bring original certification verifying proofs of qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations and working legislation
• Skills in at least one of the following disciplines – Joinery or Plumbing
• Ability to prioritise workloads, work to deadlines and plan ahead
• Previous experience working within Social Housing is desirable
• This role will involve driving on company business. A full valid UK driving licence is required to drive a company vehicle

About us

Sanctuary Property Services provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values – working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave 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
• Employee Networks supporting inclusion and colleague support
• Salary: £34,376 per annum (rising to £36,185 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

Closing Date: 23 September 2025

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We reserve the right to close or extend the closing dates depending on application numbers; early applications are encouraged.

Careers and Inclusion

View more detail about what it’s like to work for Sanctuary and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at http://www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team. Inclusion is one of our core values. We are committed to being diverse and inclusive and will make adjustments during the application process in line with Sanctuary’s Disability Confident status.