Wet Trade Pro: Plastering, Tiling & Multi-Trade Repairs

Axis CLC Group; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

23 days annual leave

Referral bonus

Long-service awards

Perkbox discounts

Volunteer day

Training & progression

Job summary

Axis, part of Axis CLC, is seeking a Wet Worker / Wet Trade Operative to join our Essex Maintenance Team, delivering repairs across the Estuary Housing portfolio. You’ll lead wet trade work and support multi-trade tasks to ensure first-time fixes and high professional standards for residents.

You’ll perform plastering, rendering, screeding and tiling, with plannable multi-trade duties and a focus on safety. The role includes out-of-hours rota when needed.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Plastering, Multi-Trade, Construction Operations, or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience in wet trades including plastering, rendering, screeding and tiling.
• Experience across multiple trades (carpentry, plumbing, decorating, making good).
• Full UK driving licence and well-maintained tool kit.
• Knowledge of social housing repairs & maintenance.
• Strong Health & Safety awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Carry out wet trade works including plastering, rendering, screeding, patch repairs, skimming, and making good following maintenance works.
• Support multi-trade repairs including wall and floor tiling, basic plumbing repairs, 1st and 2nd fix carpentry, painting and decorating.
• Prepare surfaces and complete finishing works to a high standard.
• Record work accurately in real time via the Axis mobile app.
• Collaborate with supervisors, planners and admin teams to keep delivery smooth and efficient.
• Complete risk assessments and follow health and safety procedures on every job.
• Support apprentices and uphold Axis’s high standard of customer service.
• Work across occupied residential properties and be available to participate in out-of-hours support or emergency callout rota when required.

Skills

Wet trades experience

Plastering

Rendering

Tiling

Multi-trade

Carpentry

Driving licence

Health & Safety

Education

NVQ Level 2/3

Job description

Axis, part of Axis CLC, is seeking a Wet Worker / Wet Trade Operative to join our Essex Maintenance Team, delivering repairs across the Estuary Housing portfolio. You’ll lead wet trade work and support multi-trade tasks to ensure first-time fixes and high professional standards for residents.

You’ll perform plastering, rendering, screeding and tiling, with plannable multi-trade duties and a focus on safety. The role includes out-of-hours rota when needed.