Multi-skilled Operative (Plumber/Joiner) in Grimsby

Salary: £34,809 (plus additional pay for being on call out)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week

Are you a skilled plumber/Joiner with experience across multiple trades? At Lincolnshire Housing Partnership, our vision is to create places to be proud of, and our mission is simple: the basics done well. If you take pride in delivering high-quality repairs that improve homes and lives, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re currently looking for multiple Multi-Skilled Plumbers/Joiners to join our team in Grimsby. As part of our in-house team, you’ll carry out plumbing repairs and maintenance in customers’ homes, along with other minor works across various trades. Your broad skillset will help us complete jobs efficiently—often in a single visit—providing a better experience for our residents.

• A company vehicle
• Branded workwear
• Career progression routes to Team Leader or Manager roles
• Training opportunities (e.g., Westfield Health package worth £1,200 annually)
• Up to 12% employer pension contribution
• 24 days holiday + bank holidays, with extra days for full attendance
• Mental Health First Aiders across the business
• Emergency call-out pay

What will a typical week look like for a Multi-skilled Plumber/Joiner at LHP?

• Start the week right by checking and topping up your van stock—making sure you’ve got all the gear you need so you’re not wasting time running to suppliers.
• Get stuck into a diverse range of jobs—everything from replacing taps and fixing leaks to installing new kitchen sinks or bathroom fittings. You'll also be asked to reseal windows and doors and make homes safe and secure.
• Attend scheduled appointments in tenants’ homes, working alongside other trades to sort out minor repairs, from a dodgy door to patching up plaster or sorting out a loose radiator.
• Keep it clean and safe—you’ll use PPE, dust sheets, and overshoes to protect the property and show respect to the customer.
• Stay in touch—you’ll update planners and team leaders using our housing system, keeping records straight and customers in the loop.
• Think on your feet—carry out risk assessments on-site and flag anything unsafe straight away.
• Keep an eye out—report anything unusual, like signs of damp, mould, tenancy fraud, or safeguarding concerns.
• Pitch in across the estate—you might help with brickwork, external groundworks, or other maintenance tasks.
• Work on empty properties—doing improvement works like plumbing, joinery, or groundwork to get them ready for new tenants.
• Be part of the emergency rota—responding to urgent repairs out-of-hours to keep our homes safe and running smoothly.

What Skills and Experience will you need as a Multi-skilled Plumber/Joiner?

• Strong experience in Plumbing/Joinery is essential
• Experience in other trades, i.e. plastering, flooring, tiling is highly desirable
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in the repairs of domestic properties
• An awareness of health and safety considerations within a domestic property (i.e. Asbestos, working around customers, working at heights & electrics)
• Must have a full valid, clean driving license

To apply, simply attach your up-to-date CV, a brief list of trades you’re experienced in, or a link to your website or social media page showcasing your work and recommendations. As part of the interview process, you’ll be invited to a first-stage informal chat. This will take place at our Grimsby Office. At Lincolnshire Housing Partnership, we’re committed to maintaining a fair, transparent, and accessible recruitment process. All offers of employment are subject to a DBS Check and satisfactory references.