Plasterer

Skilled Careers; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Van and fuel

Job summary

Skilled Careers is seeking an experienced Plasterer to join our team, carrying out plastering and repairs within occupied and vacant social housing properties across South London. You will deliver high-quality workmanship, prioritize safety and provide excellent customer service to tenants and residents.

The role requires proven plastering experience, a full UK driving licence, and your own tools. You will work independently, manage workloads and ensure compliance with health and safety

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Plasterer, ideally within social housing or property maintenance.
• Full UK driving licence and own tools.
• NVQ in Plastering desirable.
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively.

Responsibilities

• Carry out plastering repairs and full plastering works in social housing properties.
• Prepare surfaces, remove damaged plaster and ensure a high-quality finish.
• Carry out repairs to walls, ceilings and other internal surfaces.
• Minimise disruption to residents and maintain a high standard of customer care.
• Complete work orders and job records accurately using reporting systems.
• Ensure health and safety regulations and company procedures are followed.

Skills

Plastering

Customer service

Independent worker

Health & safety

Education

NVQ in Plastering

Tools

Own tools

Mobile job apps

Job description

Location: Southwark/Croydon
Salary: £22 per hour plus van and fuel

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Plasterer to join our team, carrying out plastering and associated repairs within occupied and vacant social housing properties.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality workmanship, maintaining excellent customer service and ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out plastering repairs and full plastering works in social housing properties
• Complete skimming, patch repairs, rendering, bonding and making good following maintenance or repair works
• Prepare surfaces, remove damaged plaster and ensure a high-quality finish
• Carry out repairs to walls, ceilings and other internal surfaces
• Work in both occupied and void properties
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment
• Communicate professionally and courteously with tenants, residents, colleagues and supervisors
• Complete work orders and job records accurately using the relevant reporting systems
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations and company procedures
• Minimise disruption to residents and maintain a high standard of customer care

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Plasterer, ideally within social housing or property maintenance
• Good knowledge of plastering techniques, materials and repair methods
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
• Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering quality workmanship
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Own tools and relevant qualifications where required

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working in occupied social housing properties
• Knowledge of housing maintenance standards and responsive repairs
• Relevant trade qualifications, such as an NVQ in Plastering
• Experience using mobile devices or job management systems to update work orders