Multi Trade Aftercare Operative in London

Multi Trade Aftercare Operative

Location: Central London (multi-site) Salary: £45,000–£55,000 per annum (equivalent hourly rate) Employment Type: Permanent (potential Temp-to-Perm appointment route)

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Multi Trade Aftercare Operative, ideally a qualified or time-served Joiner by trade, to join a busy and growing aftercare operation delivering high-quality maintenance, remedial and repair works across a portfolio of projects throughout Central London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a well-rounded tradesperson who understands the demands of working in live environments and takes pride in delivering a professional, reliable and customer-focused service.

You will be attending multiple sites across London, undertaking a varied range of aftercare and remedial works within student accommodation, hotels and residential apartment developments. No two days are likely to be the same, so the ability to adapt, plan ahead and work efficiently across different locations is essential.

The position is intended to be permanent, although the initial appointment may be made on a temp-to-perm basis depending on the recruitment route.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of multi-trade maintenance, remedial and aftercare works across multiple live sites.
• Undertake fire door replacements, hanging, adjustments and associated remedial works.
• Deliver high-quality first and second fix joinery works.
• Complete general building repairs, maintenance and finishing works to a high standard.
• Attend multiple projects daily, managing workload and priorities effectively.
• Work within occupied buildings, including hotels, student accommodation and residential apartments.
• Maintain a professional and considerate approach when interacting with residents, tenants, members of the public and site teams.
• Work collaboratively with the wider aftercare and site delivery teams.
• Plan daily movements and routes across Central London to maximise productivity and minimise travelling time.
• Take ownership of tasks, identify potential issues and ensure works are completed safely and efficiently.
• Maintain excellent standards of workmanship, communication and site presentation.

The Ideal Candidate

We are particularly interested in individuals who have developed a broad skill set from working within a smaller building contractor, where adaptability and taking ownership of different trades and responsibilities are part of everyday life.

Equally, candidates currently working within an established aftercare or maintenance team for a larger main contractor would be well suited.

You will ideally be a Joiner by trade with a strong understanding of wider building and construction works, alongside previous experience working across multiple sites in live or occupied environments.

Just as important as your technical ability is your attitude and approach to the role.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a genuine team player with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Is comfortable moving between different sites throughout the working day.
• Understands the importance of forward planning, time management and route awareness.
• Can work independently while remaining a reliable part of a wider team.
• Is confident communicating with tenants, residents, clients and members of the public.
• Understands the sensitivity of working in occupied buildings and the importance of professionalism.
• Takes pride in their workmanship and represents the business positively on every site.
• Can assess situations, use initiative and approach challenges practically.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Joinery background with strong practical multi-trade capabilities.
• Previous experience in aftercare, maintenance, remedial works or building repairs.
• Experience working within live construction or occupied environments.
• Strong first and second fix joinery experience.
• Experience with fire door installation, replacement or associated repairs.
• Good understanding of general building and construction practices.
• Ability to manage workloads across multiple projects and locations.
• Valid CSCS Card (Green or Blue) – essential.
• Strong communication, organisation and time-management skills.

Project Environment

You will be working across a varied portfolio of Central London developments, including:

• Student accommodation.
• Hotels and hospitality environments.
• Residential apartments and multi-unit developments.

The role requires regular travel between sites, so a good working knowledge of Central London, local transport options and effective route planning will be advantageous.

What Makes This Role Different?

This is not simply a reactive maintenance position. We are looking for someone who understands the bigger picture of aftercare delivery.

The successful candidate will combine hands-on trade skills with the ability to represent the business professionally, manage their day effectively and deliver a consistent standard of work across a high-volume project portfolio.

If you are a Joiner by trade who has developed into a capable multi-trade operative, enjoys variety, takes ownership and thrives in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment, we would be keen to hear from you.