Multitrader(Internal)

Axis; Hastings; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Pension and life assurance

23 days' holiday

Perkbox

Volunteer day

Refer-a-friend bonus

Development opportunities

Long service awards

Job summary

Axis CLC is recruiting several experienced Multi Traders to support reactive repairs and maintenance across housing properties in Hastings and surrounding areas. You will use modern digital systems to deliver a first-class service, carrying out carpentry, plumbing, plastering and general repairs in tenanted homes.

The role requires a strong multi-trade background, a valid UK driving licence and DBS clearance or willingness to obtain it.

Qualifications

• Strong multi-trade experience across maintenance disciplines.
• Competent in carpentry, plumbing, plastering and general repairs.
• Ability to diagnose faults and deliver effective repairs.
• Experience working in tenanted properties.
• Clean, valid UK driving licence.
• DBS check (or willingness to undertake) and eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of property repairs and maintenance works to a high standard
• Undertake carpentry repairs and basic joinery works
• Complete minor plumbing repairs and installations
• Carry out patch plastering, tiling and decorating repairs where required
• Support with general property maintenance duties
• Work effectively both independently and within a team
• Ensure all work meets safety, quality and customer service standards

Skills

Multi-trade experience

Carpentry

Plumbing

Patch plastering

General building repairs

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 in a relevant trade

Tools

PDA usage

Job description

The Role

We are recruiting several experienced and versatile Multi Traders to support our long-term partnership with Southern Housing, one of the UK's largest and most respected housing providers, covering Hastings and the surrounding areas.

In this role, you'll help deliver reactive repairs and maintenance across thousands of homes, ensuring residents live in properties that are safe, comfortable and well maintained. You'll be supported by modern digital systems that keep work flowing efficiently and give you everything you need to deliver a first-class service.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of property repairs and maintenance works to a high standard
• Undertake carpentry repairs and basic joinery works
• Complete minor plumbing repairs and installations
• Carry out patch plastering, tiling and decorating repairs where required
• Support with a broad range of general property maintenance duties
• Work effectively both independently and within a team
• Ensure all work meets safety, quality and customer service standards

About You

• Strong multi-trade experience across a range of maintenance disciplines
• Competent in carpentry, plumbing, patch plastering and general building repairs as a minimum
• Ability to diagnose faults and deliver effective repairs
• Good problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail
• Experience working in tenanted properties
• Familiar with PDA usage (training provided)
• Additional trade qualifications are advantageous
• NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 minimum in a relevant trade plus other trade experience
• Clean, valid UK driving licence
• DBS check (or willingness to undertake)
• Eligible to work in the UK (proof required)
• Professional, customer-focused presentation

What We Offer

• Salary up to £40660 depending upon experience
• Company vehicle and fuel card (business use)
• Pension and life assurance
• 23 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Perkbox (free coffees, cinema tickets, discounts & more)
• 1 paid volunteer day each year
• £2,000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation
• Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC
• Long service awards at key milestones

Why Axis CLC?

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You'll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long-term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.