Multi Trader

Example Recruitment Group; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Pension scheme

Life assurance

23 days annual leave

Perkbox benefits

Volunteer day

Referral bonus

Job summary

Example Recruitment Group in Hastings is seeking experienced Multi Traders to join our team, covering Hastings and surrounding areas. You will perform responsive repairs and general property maintenance across a large residential housing portfolio, helping keep homes safe and well maintained.

Candidates should have multi-trade skills in carpentry, plumbing and plastering, with a practical approach, DBS check, and a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property maintenance or multi-trade role.
• Skills in carpentry, plumbing, plastering and general building repairs.
• Ability to diagnose faults and select effective repairs.
• Experience working in occupied properties.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Willingness to complete a DBS check and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Carry out responsive repairs and general maintenance in residential properties.
• Perform carpentry, joinery and related repair tasks.
• Complete minor plumbing repairs and installations.
• Finish patch plastering, tiling and decorating.
• Record work accurately using digital systems and mobile devices.
• Maintain high workmanship, health and safety, and customer service standards.
• Work both independently and in a wider maintenance team.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Plastering

General building repairs

Problem solving

Attention to detail

PDA usage

Education

NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2

Tools

PDA usage

Job description

Multi Trader – Hastings

We are looking for experienced and adaptable Multi Traders to join our team, working in Hastings and surrounding areas.

The successful candidates will be responsible for carrying out responsive repairs and general property maintenance across a large residential housing portfolio. You’ll play an important role in keeping homes safe, functional and well maintained, while providing a professional service to residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete a variety of responsive repairs and general maintenance tasks within residential properties.
• Carry out carpentry, joinery and associated repair work.
• Undertake minor plumbing repairs and installations.
• Complete patch plastering, tiling, decorating and other finishing works as required.
• Identify faults and determine the most appropriate repair solution.
• Work efficiently both independently and as part of a wider maintenance team.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, health and safety and customer service.
• Accurately record work completed using digital systems and mobile devices.

You should have:

• Proven experience in property maintenance or a multi-trade role.
• Good practical skills in areas such as carpentry, plumbing, plastering and general building repairs.
• The ability to assess problems, diagnose faults and complete suitable repairs.
• Strong attention to detail and a practical approach to problem solving.
• Previous experience working within occupied or tenanted properties.
• Confidence using a PDA, smartphone or other digital work-recording systems.
• A relevant NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 qualification or equivalent as a minimum.
• Additional trade qualifications would be beneficial.
• A full, clean UK driving licence.
• A valid DBS check, or willingness to complete one.
• The right to work in the UK, with appropriate documentation.
• A professional manner and a strong customer-focused approach.

Package & Benefits

• Salary of up to £40,660, dependent on experience.
• Company vehicle and fuel card for business use.
• Pension scheme and life assurance.
• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Perkbox employee benefits, including discounts and selected free offers.
• One paid volunteering day per year.
• £2,000 employee referral bonus, payable once the referred candidate successfully completes probation.
• Training, development and career progression opportunities