Plasterer – AR

Rugby Borough Council; Rugby; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave including bankhol

Local Government Pension Scheme

Annual leave purchase scheme

Structured induction and training

Learning and development opportunities

Family-friendly policies

Health and wellbeing support

Retail discounts and Cycle to Work

Job summary

Rugby Borough Council is seeking a skilled Property Repairs Operative (Multi-Trade – Plasterer) to join its Property Services Team in Rugby. The role focuses on plastering repairs and broader trades to maintain residents’ homes to a high standard.

The successful candidate will work 37 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with 16.60 per hour PAYE and opportunities for overtime to meet operational needs. A full UK driving licence and own basic tools are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven plastering experience.
• Experience across multiple building trades.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out plastering repairs, patching, skimming and repairing walls/ceilings.
• Undertake general property maintenance and multi-trade repairs.
• Complete additional repairs including painting, carpentry, flooring, fencing and minor plumbing.
• Ensure work is completed to high standards within timescales.
• Maintain good communication and customer service with residents.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Work independently and as part of the Property Services Team.
• Complete basic IT-related tasks as trained.

Skills

Plastering

Multi-trade experience

Driving licence

Health and safety

Communication

Customer service

Independent worker

Basic IT skills

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Property Repairs Operative – Multi-Trade (Plasterer)

Location: Rugby
Pay Rate: £16.60 per hour PAYE
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday–Friday
Employer: Rugby Borough Council

Job Overview

Rugby Borough Council is looking for an experienced Property Repairs Operative (Multi-Trade – Plasterer) to join its Property Services Team.

The successful candidate will have strong plastering skills alongside experience in other building maintenance trades. You will be responsible for carrying out a range of property repairs and maintenance work, ensuring all jobs are completed safely, efficiently and to a high professional standard.

You will need to work well independently and as part of a team, while providing a polite and professional service to residents and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out plastering repairs, including patching, skimming and repairing damaged walls and ceilings.
• Undertake general property maintenance and multi-trade repairs.
• Complete additional repairs involving painting and decorating, carpentry, flooring, fencing and minor plumbing.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and within agreed timescales.
• Maintain good communication and customer service when working with residents.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Work independently and as part of the wider Property Services Team.
• Complete basic IT-related tasks following in-house training.

Essential Requirements

• Professional experience in plastering.
• Experience across several additional building maintenance trades.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Own basic tools required to carry out the work.
• Good understanding of health and safety.
• Ability to work independently, manage workloads and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Basic IT skills.

Working Hours

• 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Overtime may be available to meet operational demands.
• Some work may involve challenging or adverse conditions.

Benefits

• 35 days annual leave, including bank holidays and additional Christmas leave.
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Annual leave purchase scheme.
• Structured induction and training.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Retail discounts and Cycle to Work scheme.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled plasterer with additional multi-trade property maintenance experience, a strong work ethic and a commitment to delivering quality repairs and excellent customer service.