Repairs & Maintenance Operative

Build Recruitment; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Housing Association in the UK is looking for a Multi Skilled Engineer to carry out responsive and planned repairs in social housing settings. The role involves various trades including plumbing, joinery, and kitchen fitting. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 2 in Building Maintenance, a CSCS card, and strong customer service skills. This position offers excellent benefits including a company van and a profit share scheme.

Benefits

Company van (work use only)

Profit share discretionary annual bonus scheme

26 days holiday bank holidays

Enhanced pension plan

Westfield healthcare cash plan

Life assurance & accident cover

Share save scheme

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Flexible working & flexible bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Volunteering (2 paid days)

Learning & development opportunities

Extensive wellbeing support

Company uniform

Qualifications

• Experience working in both occupied and void properties.
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety practices.
• Hold a full UK driving licence (minimum 12 months).

Responsibilities

• Carry out responsive and planned repairs to properties.
• Complete assigned tasks using a handheld device.
• Ensure works are completed efficiently and safely.

Skills

Minor plumbing

Joinery

Tiling

Kitchen and bathroom fitting

Strong customer service skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 Building Maintenance Operative (or equivalent)

CSCS Blue Skilled Workers Card

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Multi Skilled Engineer

Permanent – Full Time

Build Recruitment are working with a leading Housing Association to recruit a Multi Skilled Engineer.

Covering Cambridgeshire and the East of England (main towns: Cambridge, Peterborough, Stevenage, Hitchin, Luton, Bedford, Haverhill), this is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation offering excellent benefits, progression, and support.

About the Role

As a Multi Skilled Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out responsive and planned repairs to both occupied and void properties. Your work will cover a variety of trades, including:

• Minor plumbing
• Joinery
• Tiling & flooring
• Kitchen and bathroom fitting

You’ll work to deliver high-quality service within a social housing setting, completing assigned tasks using a handheld device (full training provided). All works should be completed efficiently, safely, and in line with best practice to ensure excellent customer experience.

About You

• NVQ Level 2 Building Maintenance Operative (or equivalent)
• CSCS Blue Skilled Workers Card
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety practices
• Experience working in both occupied and void properties
• Strong customer service skills and a passion for completing repairs on time, first time
• Experience within social housing maintenance (desirable)
• Have your own tools
• Hold a full UK driving licence (minimum 12 months)

Benefits

• Company van (work use only)
• Profit share discretionary annual bonus scheme
• 26 days holiday bank holidays
• Enhanced pension plan
• Westfield healthcare cash plan (24hr GP, dental, optical, physio more)
• Life assurance & accident cover
• Share save scheme
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Work perks discounts & vouchers
• Buy & sell holiday schemes
• Flexible working & flexible bank holidays
• Cycle to work scheme
• Volunteering (2 paid days)
• Learning & development opportunities
• Extensive wellbeing support (including EAP)
• Loyalty & values awards
• Funded professional subscription
• Company uniform

How to Apply