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A reputable housing provider is seeking a skilled Plumber/Multi-Trader for temporary-to-permanent positions across multiple locations including Crawley, Horsham, and Croydon. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in social housing, capable of carrying out various plumbing and multi-trade repairs. This role promises long-term stability, high-quality customer interaction, and a supportive work environment, along with benefits such as a fuel card and additional pay for out-of-hours work.
Job Title: Plumber / Multi-Trader – Temporary to Permanent
Location: Crawley • Horsham • Croydon • South London
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
Sector: Social Housing / Property Maintenance
Pay Rate: £21.40 per hour
Start: ASAP
Build Recruitment is working closely with a respected and well-established Housing Association to recruit an experienced Plumber/Multi-Trader to join their reactive maintenance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled tradesperson looking for-term stability, a supportive employer, and consistent work within social housing.
You will be carrying out a variety of plumbing and multi-trade repairs within void and tenanted social housing properties across Crawley, Horsham, Croydon, and the surrounding South London areas. This temp-to-perm role offers genuine progression and job security.
Carry out plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installations in void and occupied social housing properties
Diagnose and complete reactive repairs efficiently and to a high standard
Work on disrepair cases, ensuring all work meets compliance and safety standards
Undertake basic multi-trade tasks (e.g. carpentry, minor plastering, tiling, patch repairs) where required
Deliver high-quality customer service to residents, ensuring clear communication and professionalism
Maintain timely and accurate job records using handheld devices
Adhere to all health & safety guidelines and property maintenance procedures
Proven experience as a Plumber Multi-Trader within social housing or property maintenance
Experience handling complex repairs or disrepair cases (desirable)
Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and deliver first-time fixes
Full UK driving licence
Strong communication and customer-facing skills
Company van fuel card provided
Long-term stability with temp-to-perm opportunity
Additional pay for out-of-hours rota (1 week in 8)
Supportive team environment and ongoing work across multiple locations
If you’re an experienced Plumber/Multi-Trader looking for secure, long-term work with a respected housing provider, we want to hear from you.
Apply online today or contact Tom Morgan at Build Recruitment for more information.
Mobile: 07884094599
Email: tom.morgan@buildrec.com