Details:
- Salary: £40,660 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Swindon Gloucestershire
- Date: 8 hours ago
Description:
Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative
Swindon & Surrounding Areas Up to £40,660 + Van, Fuel Card & Excellent Benefits
I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative to join a well-established and highly regarded property services contractor delivering repairs, maintenance, refurbishment and compliance services to housing providers and public sector organisations.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business on a long-term social housing contract covering Swindon and the surrounding areas, where you'll play a key role in ensuring residents' homes remain safe, comfortable and well maintained.
The Opportunity
This role is ideally suited to a qualified plumber with strong multi-trade experience who enjoys a varied and customer-facing position. While plumbing will be your core trade, you'll also support a wide range of maintenance and repair works including carpentry, tiling, plastering and decorating.
Working within occupied residential properties, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality repairs with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction, first-time fixes and professional workmanship.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out a variety of plumbing repairs and installations, including:
* Leak detection and repairs
* Hot and cold water system repairs
* Immersion heaters and tanks
* Bathroom and kitchen installations
* Complete multi-trade repairs including:
* Wall and floor tiling
* First and second fix carpentry
* Patch plastering and making good
* Painting and decorating
* Accurately update job progress and completion details using handheld technology/mobile working systems
* Work closely with supervisors, planners and operational teams to ensure efficient service delivery
* Complete risk assessments and adhere to health and safety procedures at all times
* Deliver excellent customer service when working within residents' homes
* Participate in emergency call-out and out-of-hours rotas when necessary
Essential Requirements
* NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Plumbing (or equivalent)
* Valid Unvented Hot Water Systems Certificate
* Previous experience across multiple trades, including tiling, carpentry, plastering and decorating
* Ability to safely isolate and test electrical components
* Full UK driving licence
* Own professional tool kit
* Experience within social housing repairs and maintenance
* Strong understanding of health and safety practices
* High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
What's on Offer?
Salary up to £40,660, depending on experience
Company van and fuel card
23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Long-service recognition awards
Access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform offering discounts on retail, travel, entertainment and wellbeing services
One paid volunteering day per year
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Clear pathways for career progression within a growing organisation
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected contractor delivering essential maintenance services within the social housing sector. My client is committed to investing in its people, providing long-term job security, career development opportunities and a supportive working environment where quality and customer service are valued.
If you're a qualified plumber with strong multi-trade experience looking for your next opportunity in the Swindon area, I'd be delighted to discuss the role with you.
Fore more information contact Sam at Magenta International