Plasterer

Niyaa People Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 56,413,000 - 59,099,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Self-employed

Weekly pay

Company onboarding and training

Job summary

Niyaa People Ltd. is recruiting an experienced Plasterer for remedial plastering works following electrical rewires in occupied residential properties across Leicester.

The role involves patching, repairs and finishing to leave properties smooth and ready for decoration, with regular ongoing temporary work and a requirement to travel to multiple sites. Own vehicle and tools are essential, asbestos awareness certification required.

Qualifications

• Own vehicle (car acceptable)
• Own tools
• Previous plasterer experience
• Strong plaster patching, bonding chases and finishing skills
• Ability to repair after electrical works to a high standard
• Experience in occupied residential or social housing is desirable
• Asbestos awareness certification required
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Available to start following onboarding

Responsibilities

• Patch plaster and remedial finishing after electrical rewires
• Repair chases using bonding and fine filler to a smooth finish
• Complete all patching within the allocated timeframe
• Leave repaired areas smooth, clean and ready for tenants to decorate
• Carry out minor plaster repairs to walls and surfaces
• Travel between occupied properties across Leicester (e.g., Braunstone, New Parks, Saffron Lane, Monsell)
• Transport plaster, tools and materials in own vehicle
• Work safely and maintain a clean, tidy work area
• Attend onboarding and complete required training

Skills

Own vehicle

Own tools

Plastering experience

Patch & finish

Independent/team work

Asbestos awareness

Onboarding ready

Housing/occupied properties

Education

Asbestos awareness certification

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Plasterer to join a well-established property services contractor carrying out remedial plastering works following electrical rewires across residential properties in Leicester.

This is an ongoing temporary role offering regular work with the opportunity to join a busy team supporting a large-scale electrical rewire programme. The position is focused on patching, repairs, and finishing works to leave properties smooth and ready for decoration.

The role involves working within occupied residential properties across Leicester, primarily covering the LE2 and LE3 areas, carrying out repairs to walls and surfaces affected by electrical installation works. The successful Plasterer will be responsible for completing high‑quality remedial works following electrical rewires, ensuring all affected areas are repaired and finished to a smooth, decoratable standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete plaster patching and remedial finishing following electrical rewires
• Repair and make good electrical chases using bonding and fine filler to achieve a smooth finish
• Complete all required patching works within properties within the allocated timeframe
• Ensure repaired areas are left smooth, clean, and ready for tenants to decorate
• Carry out minor plaster repairs to walls and affected surfaces
• Travel between occupied residential properties across Leicester, including areas such as Braunstone, New Parks, Saffron Lane and Monsell
• Transport plaster, tools, and materials using your own vehicle
• Work safely and efficiently while maintaining a clean and tidy work area
• Attend company onboarding and complete any required internal training courses
• Complete work in line with health and safety regulations and company standards

Requirements

• To have your own vehicle (car acceptable)
• To have your own tools
• Previous experience working as a Plasterer
• Strong experience in plaster patching, bonding chases, and finishing works
• Ability to complete high‑quality repairs following electrical works
• Experience working within occupied residential or social housing properties is desirable
• Valid asbestos awareness certification required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Available to start following successful onboarding

Benefits

• £21 - £22 per hour
• Ongoing, self-employed work
• Monday to Friday working pattern (37.5 hours per week)
• Weekly pay (CIS payments available)
• Company onboarding and relevant training provided
• Opportunity to secure long-term work supporting a reputable residential rewire programme

As a Plasterer, you will play an important role in ensuring properties are left to a high standard following electrical works.