Title: Multi-Trade Operative - Plumbing
Ashton under Lyne, Greater Manchester, GB, OL7 0QA
Multi-Trade Operative - Plumbing
Ashton Under Lyne
£35,579 - £37,452 per year
40 hours per week, Monday - Friday
We are looking for a Multi-Trade Operative to join our Operations Response team based in Ashton - Under - Lyne. Working as part of a team carrying out repairs and maintenance. You will be responsible for carrying out reactive repairs to properties, ranging from a leaking tap to changing baths or installing UPVC doors/windows, flooring or fencing. The team also carry out external repairs including fencing and groundworks.
This position sits within Property Services who are responsible for delivering high quality and cost-effective property repairs, compliance and installation and estate services. A company van and power tools will be provided for business use along with training as and when needed.
The role of Multi-Trade Operative will include:
- Carry out construction, fault fixing and maintenance duties in accordance with contract and service
Specifications
- Provide accurate and timely information on progress and advice that is easily understood by the customer and ensure accurate daily work records are completed
- Resolving problems or set into motion the means of resolution, ensuring customers are kept informed
- Maintaining a suitable van stock level and restocking these when needed
Skills and experiences:
- To ensure full compliance with Building Safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to or undertaking NVQ Level 2 in a core subject (joinery, plumbing. If Plumbing Level 3 is required, Unvented - G3 Certificate and Water Regulations (WRAS). As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted
- Recent experience of undertaking a similar role within social housing
- Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise tasks
- Additional skills in some of the following disciplines - plumbing, Joinery, carpentry and plastering
- Working knowledge of the health and safety regulations
About us
Our Benefits
- 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays
- A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
- Life Assurance
- Employee Advice Service including counselling
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Voluntary health plans
- Employee discounts
- Wellbeing support and tools
- Employee recognition scheme
- £35,579 per annum (rising to £37,452 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
Closing Date:1 November 2026
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.
A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
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Multi-Trade Operative - Plumbing in Ashton-under-Lyne employer: Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and employee development. With competitive salaries and a focus on career growth, employees enjoy the opportunity to enhance their skills while contributing to the beautification of Southwest Scotland's landscapes. The on-site role fosters a strong sense of community and purpose, making it a rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited Recruitment Team
