Healthy Homes Technician x2 in Colchester

Interchange Park, 228 Old London Rd, Marks Tey, Colchester , CO6 1EQ

Salary: £35,837 per annum

Working Pattern: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37

Eastlight’s current agency PSL is at capacity, so we will not be able to consider candidate applications introduced by agencies outside of our selected suppliers.

Who We Are

Eastlight Community Homes is proud to be the largest community gateway social housing provider in the country. Together with our residents and communities, we create safe, affordable homes and neighbourhoods that people are proud to live in.

The Role

We're looking for a skilled and customer-focused Healthy Homes Technician's x2 to join our team.

You'll be responsible for diagnosing, treating and resolving damp, mould and condensation issues, while carrying out a range of property repairs and maintenance works to a high standard. Working in residents' homes, you'll deliver excellent customer service, ensure health and safety compliance, and help us provide safe, healthy homes for our customers.

Key responsibilities:

Assess, report and remedy damp, mould and condensation issues.

Carry out multi-skilled repairs across core trades (excluding electrical).

Deliver high-quality repairs with a right first-time approach.

Accurately record work completed and findings.

Follow all health and safety procedures and safe working practices.

Provide excellent customer service and treat residents and their homes with respect.

Identify and report safeguarding concerns where required.

Work collaboratively to improve services and customer satisfaction.

What we're looking for:

Experience in property maintenance or a multi-skilled trade role.

Knowledge of damp, mould and condensation treatments.

Strong commitment to customer service and health and safety.

Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Full UK driving licence.

Benefits and Compensation

• £35,837 per annum
• 37 hours per week Permanent Contract
• Power tools provided + £75 annually towards your hand tools
• Company van
• 30 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays
• Group stakeholder pension plan (Eastlight will double, up to 5% of the employee’s contribution - Employee 5% + Eastlight 10% = Total 15%)
• Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum – Subject to eligibility
• Trailblazing family leave (Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay / 6 weeks half pay) – Subject to eligibility
• Formal qualifications and paid professional membership

Must Haves

• Clean UK Driving Licence
• City & Guilds or NVQ 2 or equivalent experience in Carpentry, Plumbing or General Building

Next Steps

At Eastlight we support, develop, and invest in our people, together creating a culture where people love to work. There has never been a better time to join us!

Eastlight Community Homes is a disability confident leader and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, which is why we encourage applications from everyone. If you require any support with the application process, please contact recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk

Eastlight Community Homes are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship.

Closing Date: 25 October 2026 @ 23:59

Interview Date: Interviews are expected to be held on 30 October 2026 in person at Marks Tey Hub

We reserve the right to close or withdraw this vacancy earlier than advertised should we receive a sufficient number of applications.

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