Multi-Trader

Build Recruitment; Houghton Conquest; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Job summary

Build Recruitment is partnering with a Bedfordshire housing association to recruit an experienced Multi-Trader for permanent responsive repairs.

The role covers void properties, carrying out carpentry, plumbing, plastering, painting and other general maintenance to bring homes up to lettable standard. Long-term stability within the social housing sector is offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in responsive property maintenance.
• Experience working on void properties.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out responsive repairs and maintenance across social housing properties.
• Complete works within void properties prior to re-let (carpentry and joinery repairs).
• Install and repair doors, frames, skirting boards and architraves; repair windows and minor joinery.

Skills

Carpentry

Joinery

Plumbing

Painting & decorating

Health & safety

Driving Licence

Job description

MULTI-TRADER - RESPONSIVE REPAIRSLocation: Bedfordshire

Salary: Up to £36,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: Full-Time

Company Van & Fuel Card: Provided

Sector: Social Housing

THE OPPORTUNITY

Build Recruitment is working in partnership with a well-established Housing Association in Bedfordshire to recruit an experienced Multi-Trader to join their responsive repairs team on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled tradesperson looking for long-term job security, a stable workload and the benefits of permanent employment within the social housing sector.

The role involves carrying out responsive maintenance and repair works across social housing properties, with a particular focus on void properties. You will complete a variety of repairs and remedial works to bring empty homes up to a high lettable standard before they are re-let.

THE ROLE

• Carrying out responsive repairs and maintenance across social housing properties
• Completing a range of works within void properties prior to re-letCarpentry and joinery repairs
• Installing and repairing doors, frames, skirting boards and architraves
• Repairing windows and minor joinery
• Carrying out basic plumbing repairs
• Completing patch plastering and making good
• Painting and decorating
• Identifying additional works and defects requiring attention
• Bringing properties up to a high lettable standard
• Working to agreed programmes and handover deadlines
• Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and health & safety

WHAT'S ON OFFER?

• Up to £36,000 per annum
• Permanent employment
• Company van
• Fuel card
• Long-term, stable work
• Full-time hours
• Consistent work within the social housing sector
• Predominantly void and responsive repair work
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within the organisation

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're keen to speak with experienced:

Multi-Traders Multi-Skilled Operatives Responsive Repairs Operatives Maintenance Operatives Carpenters Joiners Handymen Property Maintenance Operatives

Ideally, you'll have:

• Previous experience in responsive property maintenance
• Experience working on void properties
• Social housing, housing association or council experience is highly desirable
• A strong core trade, such as carpentry, plumbing, plastering or decorating
• Ability to complete a variety of general maintenance and repair tasks
• Good attention to detail and pride in your workmanship
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Good understanding of health & safety
• Full UK Driving Licence

INTERESTED?

If you're an experienced Multi-Trader looking for a permanent responsive repairs role with a salary of up to £36,000, company van and fuel card, we'd like to hear from you.