Multiskilled Operative

BDS (Northern) Limited; New Penshaw; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Job summary

BDS (Northern) Limited is seeking a Multiskilled Operative to operate across Hartlepool, Sunderland and Durham sites with travel required. The role involves a mix of plumbing, carpentry and decorating tasks, with a strong emphasis on quality and safety. A valid UK driving licence is essential.

The position is full-time with potential for permanency for the right candidate, offering a company van and benefits. Overtime is available at time and a half and double time.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a trade environment (plumbing, carpentry, or similar).
• Knowledge of Health & Safety standards and safe working practices.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Experience working in housing or care settings (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of multi-trade tasks to a high standard, including plumbing, carpentry, and painting/decorating.
• Support site teams in ensuring all works meet quality standards and specifications.
• Keep work areas clean, tidy, and safe.
• Load, unload, and coordinate materials on site.
• Maintain and care for company tools, equipment, and van.
• Complete site documentation accurately and on time.
• Liaise professionally with clients, colleagues, and contractors.

Skills

Trade experience

Health & safety knowledge

Communication skills

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 or City & Guilds

Job description

Multiskilled Operative

Location Hartlepool, Sunderland and Durham covering various sites (travel required)

Contract: Full-time, potential for a perm opportunity for the right person

Salary: circa 36.5k plus company van and great benefits, Over time available at time and a half and double time

Ideally, we are looking for candidates able to fit kitchens.

What you ll do

• Carry out a range of multi-trade tasks to a high standard, including plumbing, carpentry, and painting/decorating
• Support site teams in ensuring all works meet quality standards and specifications
• Keep work areas clean, tidy, and safe
• Load, unload, and coordinate materials on site
• Maintain and care for company tools, equipment, and van
• Complete site documentation accurately and on time
• Liaise professionally with clients, colleagues, and contractors

What we re looking for

• Proven experience in a trade environment (plumbing, carpentry, or similar)
• NVQ Level 2/3 or City & Guilds in a relevant subject (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of Health & Safety standards and safe working practices
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and organised with excellent communication skills
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Experience working in housing or care settings (desirable)