Multi-Trades Person - Social Housing Liverpool

18 Recruitment Limited; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Liverpool is looking for a skilled Multi-Trades Person with expertise in Plumbing, Roofing, or Joinery. The ideal candidate will also have hands-on skills in additional trades like plastering or tiling. Responsibilities include delivering high-quality repairs in social housing properties, maintaining health and safety standards, and excellent customer service. The position requires a clean UK driving licence and a DBS check. This role demands flexibility and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in social housing repairs and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety practices, including risk assessments.
• Clean UK driving licence and DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Carry out responsive repairs and planned maintenance in social housing properties.
• Deliver high-quality workmanship across your primary trade.
• Diagnose issues efficiently, ensuring minimal tenant disruption.

Skills

Plumbing

Roofing

Joinery

Plastering

Tiling

Painting

Basic electrical work

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing, Roofing, or Joinery

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and versatile Multi‑Trades Person with proven experience in the social housing sector. The ideal candidate will be an expert in one core trade — Plumbing, Roofing, or Joinery — while also possessing hands‑on skills in at least one additional trade, making them a reliable all‑rounder capable of delivering high‑quality maintenance and repair services across domestic properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out responsive repairs, planned maintenance, and refurbishment works in social housing properties.
• Deliver high‑quality workmanship across your primary trade (Plumbing, Roofing, or Joinery).
• Undertake secondary trade tasks such as plastering, tiling, painting, decorating, or basic electrical work.
• Diagnose and resolve issues efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to tenants.
• Ensure all works comply with current building regulations, health and safety standards, and company policies.
• Provide excellent customer service, liaising with tenants and housing officers in a professional manner.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and materials used.
• Work independently or as part of a team to meet deadlines and performance targets.
• Keep tools, equipment, and company vehicle in good working order.

Qualifications & Skills

• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent qualification in Plumbing, Roofing, or Joinery.
• Demonstrable experience in social housing repairs and maintenance.
• Hands‑on ability in at least one additional trade (e.g., plastering, tiling, decorating, basic electrics).
• Strong knowledge of health and safety practices, including risk assessments.
• Clean UK driving licence.
• Clean DBS check.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to varied tasks.
• Good communication skills with a customer‑focused approach.