Trade Operative

Sanctuary Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of housing and care services is seeking a Trade Operative – Plasterer in Leeds. The role pays £33,049 to £34,788 per year, with a focus on plastering, maintaining equipment, and adhering to health and safety regulations. A valid UK driving licence and relevant qualifications are necessary, along with strong customer care skills. Enjoy 25 days annual leave plus public holidays and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Life Assurance

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support and tools

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ/SVQ Level 2 in core subject.
• Experience in plumbing is beneficial.
• Valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all aspects of plastering and mould washing.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good condition.
• Respond to complaints and breakdowns in service delivery.

Skills

Plastering

Health and Safety Compliance

Customer Care

Good Communication

Education

NVQ/SVQ Level 2 in Core Subject

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Plumbing

G3 Certificate

Job description

Overview

One of the UK’s leading providers of housing, care and community services, Sanctuary Group employs around 13,000 people and manages more than 100,000 units of accommodation throughout England and Scotland, including general rented, retirement living, supported housing, student and key worker accommodation and care homes. Sanctuary also provides a range of other services including maintenance, care and telecare, all of which are delivered by our dedicated employees who are completely committed to customer service.

Trade Operative – Plasterer

Location: Leeds, covering West Yorkshire. Salary: £33,049 to £34,788 per year. Hours: 40 per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm. Role includes a company van and tools and will cover sites across West Yorkshire.

We are looking for an experienced Trade Operative – Plaster to join our day to day team based in West Yorkshire. You will work on properties across the region in both new and old stock; it would be beneficial to have experience in additional disciplines: joinery, plumbing, tiling and painting. The role will occasionally involve lone working with opportunities to work with the wider team as required.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out all aspects of plastering and mould washing
• Ensuring tools and equipment are maintained in good condition and restocked when needed
• Responding positively to complaints and breakdowns in service delivery by resolving problems or initiating the means of resolution, keeping customers informed
• Providing accurate and timely information on the progress of works that is easily understood by the customer
• Taking part in a out of our call rota

Qualifications and Experience

• To ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation, candidates must be qualified to NVQ/SVQ Level 2 in core subject. NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Plumbing if plumbing is core. Unvented
• G3 Certificate, Water Regulations (WRAS) or currently undertaking the qualification. As part of the interview process, candidates will need to bring original certification verifying proof of qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted
• Working knowledge of the application of Health and Safety legislation
• Good communication and customer care skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise workloads
• Role involves driving on company business; a full valid UK driving licence is required

About us

We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
• Life Assurance
• Employee Advice Service including counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Voluntary health plans
• Employee discounts
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Employee recognition scheme
• Employee Networks supporting inclusion
• Salary: £33,049 per annum (rising to £34,788 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

Closing Date: 23 September 2025

If you’re unsure about any details, our Talent Team can help with questions about the role or adjustments needed: [e-mail]

We reserve the right to close or extend the closing dates for positions depending on application numbers, so an early application is recommended.

View more detail about what it’s like to work for our organisation on our Sanctuary careers pages at http://www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds and will make adjustments during the application process in line with Sanctuary’s Disability Confident status.