Multitrader

Description:

Join a dedicated team making a real difference in social housing communities across the UK.

We are seeking an experienced and versatile Multi Trader to join our Social Housing Repairs and Maintenance team. The successful candidate will carry out a wide range of repairs, maintenance, and refurbishment works within occupied and void social housing properties, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

This role is ideal for a skilled tradesperson with experience across multiple disciplines, including general maintenance, plumbing, carpentry, basic electrical work, and property repairs. The ideal candidate will have a strong customer-focused approach, experience working within social housing or domestic maintenance environments, and the ability to work independently while delivering excellent service to tenants and residents.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out responsive repairs, planned maintenance, and refurbishment works within occupied and void social housing properties

Complete a variety of multi-trade tasks including basic plumbing, carpentry, patch plastering, tiling, painting, and general property maintenance

Undertake minor electrical and mechanical repairs where qualified and competent to do so

Diagnose faults and carry out repairs efficiently to minimise disruption to residents

Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work specifications where required

Ensure all work is completed in line with current Health & Safety legislation, company procedures, and social housing standards

Use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely and effectively

Maintain accurate records of works completed, materials used, and any follow-on works required

Deliver excellent customer service and communicate professionally with tenants, colleagues, subcontractors, and supervisors

Support and work collaboratively with other trades and operational teams to ensure works are completed within agreed timescales

Ensure properties are left clean, safe, and secure upon completion of works

Skills & Experience:

Proven experience working as a Multi Trader within social housing, domestic repairs, maintenance, or property services environments

Strong all-round maintenance knowledge across multiple trades

Experience carrying out repairs within occupied residential properties

Good understanding of health and safety practices within maintenance and construction environments

Ability to diagnose faults and complete repairs effectively and efficiently

Competent in using hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment

Ability to read and understand technical drawings and job specifications

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads independently

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Supervisory or team-leading experience would be advantageous

Qualifications & Requirements:

Relevant trade qualifications such as NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical Installation, Property Maintenance, or a related trade discipline preferred

CSCS Card desirable

PASMA, IPAF, or asbestos awareness training advantageous

Full UK driving licence essential

Candidates must have either relevant trade qualifications or demonstrable equivalent experience within social housing repairs and maintenance environments

What We're Looking For:

We are looking for a reliable, motivated, and customer-focused Multi Trader who takes pride in delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance services within social housing communities. The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, a flexible approach to work, and the ability to provide a professional and respectful service while working in tenants' homes