Multi-Trade Operative - two positions available - Littlecombe Depot - Dursley

TieTalent; Stroud; Hybrid; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a Multi-Trade Operative within a dedicated Property Care Team, responsible for maintaining over 5000 homes in Stroud District. This role involves a variety of general maintenance tasks, from damp treatment to minor joinery, ensuring properties remain safe and compliant. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in construction and maintenance, with a keen eye for detail and excellent communication skills. Join a vibrant community committed to providing exceptional tenant services and enjoy benefits like a flexible working approach and a robust pension scheme.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

Flexible working

Hybrid working approach

Employee Wellbeing Offer

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within construction and maintenance.
• Experience in managing vehicle and material stock.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance works including damp treatment and tiling.
• Identify defects and carry out repairs to meet schedules.

Skills

Identifying reported defects

Completing remedial repairs

Managing deadlines

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Reference:

REQ0158

Description:

A unique opportunity has arisen within our skilled Property Care Team for a Multi-Trade Operative.
Tenant Services owns and manages over 5000 homes across Stroud District. The Property Care Team provides repairs and maintenance services to our customers, enabling them to live in safe, compliant, and well-maintained properties.
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who is organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to delivering excellent customer service.

About the role

As a member of the Property Care Team, you will carry out various general maintenance works such as damp and mould treatment, wall and floor tiling, glazing, minor joinery works (e.g., gates, fences, notice boards), painting, and grounds maintenance.

You will identify the extent and scope of reported defects, carry out repairs to meet work schedules, or seek appropriate authorization for remedial actions. There may also be opportunities to provide out-of-hours services and occasional overtime work.

About you

You will have proven experience in a similar role within the construction and maintenance industry. Additionally, you should have experience in:

• Identifying the extent and scope of reported defects
• Completing remedial repairs to meet schedules
• Managing deadlines involving changing problems or circumstances
• Managing vehicle and material stock, ensuring correct booking and replenishment
• Having strong attention to detail
• Exhibiting excellent communication skills

Experience working within a local authority or social housing environment is highly desirable. A full UK driving license is essential.

Additional information

For an informal discussion, please contact Adrian Erwood, Operations Manager, via email. The closing date for applications is 21st May 2025.

We offer a range of staff benefits, including an excellent pension scheme, flexible working, hybrid working approach, and an Employee Wellbeing Offer. Please visit our website for more details.

We value diversity and encourage applications from all genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, and people with disabilities. Our organization is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups, with safer recruitment practices applied to all vacancies.

Stroud District is a vibrant place, combining rural and urban elements, and is known for being environmentally conscious, creative, and collaborative. Learn more about what makes our community special by visiting our website: Stroud District – The Natural Place.

Region and Location

Littlecombe Depot - Dursley

Salary and Benefits

GBP 32,654 per annum

• Excellent pension scheme
• Flexi Working Scheme
• Hybrid working approach
• Employee Wellbeing Offer

Contract Details

37 hours per week, permanent basis