Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative
Location: South-East London Boroughs
Salary: Up to £40,660 (depending on experience)
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
About the Role
We are recruiting for an experienced Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative to join a busy property maintenance team delivering repairs and maintenance services across social housing properties.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled tradesperson with strong plumbing experience and the ability to carry out a range of multi-trade repairs. You'll be working in occupied homes, delivering high-quality repairs while providing excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out plumbing repairs including leak detection, hot and cold water systems, immersion heaters and bathroom/kitchen installations.
- Complete multi-trade repairs including tiling, carpentry, patch plastering and decorating.
- Diagnose faults and complete first-time fixes wherever possible.
- Record completed work using a mobile device.
- Work closely with supervisors and scheduling teams.
- Follow Health & Safety procedures and complete risk assessments.
- Deliver a professional and customer-focused service in residents' homes.
- Participate in an out-of-hours emergency call-out rota when required.
Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Plumbing (or equivalent).
- Unvented Hot Water Systems Certificate.
- Experience across multiple trades including carpentry, tiling, plastering and decorating.
- Ability to safely isolate and test electrical components.
- Experience working within social housing repairs and maintenance.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Own professional tool kit.
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
What's on Offer
- Salary up to £40,660 depending on experience.
- Company van and fuel card.
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Up to £2,000 referral bonus.
- Long service awards.
- Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits.
- One paid volunteering day each year.
- Ongoing training and genuine career progression.
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