Multi-Trader

Fortus Recruitment Group; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Employer pension contributions

Enhanced sick pay and family leave

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Fortus Recruitment Group Limited specialise in recruitment within the repairs and maintenance sector. We are seeking a highly skilled Multi Trader to join the property maintenance team, delivering high quality repairs and refurbishment across both occupied and void residential properties.

The role requires competence in multiple trades and a recognised qualification. The successful candidate will demonstrate fault-finding ability, a professional customer-focused approach in occupied homes, and a

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in multi-trade property maintenance.
• Competence in at least two core trades, three+ preferred.
• Qualified in at least one relevant trade.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points.
• Ability to manage void refurbishments independently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, repair and refurbishment across occupied and void properties.
• Undertake carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and decorating works.
• Manage void refurbishments from start to finish to ready for reoccupation.
• Complete responsive repairs in occupied properties with a resident-focused approach.
• Diagnose faults and provide first-time fix solutions.
• Manage workloads to meet deadlines and service requirements.
• Maintain high workmanship standards and health and safety compliance.

Skills

Multi-trade experience

Carpentry

Plumbing

Plastering

Tiling

Fault-finding

Driving licence

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

Fortus Recruitment Group Limited specialise in recruitment within the repairs and maintenance sector.

We are currently working with an established housing provider seeking a highly skilled Multi Trader to join their property maintenance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tradesperson with a strong skillset, capable of delivering high quality repairs and refurbishment works across both occupied and void residential properties. The successful candidate will demonstrate a high level of competence across multiple trades, with the ability to complete comprehensive void refurbishments independently and carry out responsive repairs efficiently within occupied homes.

Duties will include:

• Carrying out a wide range of maintenance, repair and refurbishment works across occupied and void properties
• Undertaking carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and decorating works
• Managing void refurbishment works from start to finish, ensuring properties are completed to the required standard and ready for reoccupation
• Completing responsive repairs within occupied properties, maintaining a professional and considerate approach to residents
• Diagnosing faults and identifying the most effective solutions to deliver quality, first-time fixes
• Managing workloads effectively to meet deadlines and service requirements
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, cleanliness and health and safety across all works

What we are looking for:

• Extensive experience in multi-trade property maintenance, ideally within social housing or a similar residential environment
• A high level of competence in at least two core trades, with three or more strongly preferred
• A broad practical skillset across trades such as carpentry, plumbing, plastering and tiling
• The ability to complete full void property refurbishments independently, with minimal supervision
• A recognised qualification in at least one relevant trade
• Strong fault-finding and problem‑solving skills, with a focus on quality and efficiency
• A professional and customer‑focused approach when working in occupied homes
• A full UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points
• The ability to meet the employer’s pre‑employment screening requirements

Working hours and benefits:

• Monday to Friday, 8:00am‑5:00pm
• Attractive salary, subject to experience
• Up to 30 days’ annual leave, plus public holidays
• Generous employer pension contributions
• Enhanced occupational sick pay and family leave provisions
• Ongoing training and support for professional development and qualifications
• Regular one-to-one meetings and performance appraisals
• Option to buy or sell up to 10 days of annual leave
• Flexible benefits options, including private medical insurance, healthcare cashback and additional annual leave

If you are a highly skilled Multi Trader who takes pride in delivering quality workmanship and can confidently manage complex repairs and full void refurbishments, we would welcome your application.

Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Fortus Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer