At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver high-quality repairs and maintenance across various properties, ensuring first-time fixes.
- Company: Join a reputable building maintenance company with a focus on social housing.
- Benefits: Earn up to £33,530, enjoy 23 days holiday, and access Perkbox perks.
- Other info: Flexible working, career growth opportunities, and a chance to mentor apprentices.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's homes while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in multi-trade roles and strong customer service skills required.
The predicted salary is between 33530 - 33530 £ per year.
Winner Recruitment are currently seeking a skilled and versatile Multi Trade Operative on behalf of a well-established building maintenance company. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance across Planned Works, Voids, and Responsive Maintenance (RM) contracts. Working across both occupied and unoccupied properties, you will be responsible for delivering first-time fixes wherever possible, while ensuring excellent customer service and full compliance with health and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out multi-trade repairs and maintenance to a high standard in residents' homes and void properties.
- Complete a range of tasks including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, painting, tiling, and basic brickwork.
- Support void refurbishments and planned works programmes, ensuring properties are safe, compliant, and ready to let.
- Attend responsive maintenance call-outs, diagnosing issues and achieving first-time fixes where possible.
- Accurately complete PDA updates, timesheets, and work reports.
- Communicate professionally with residents, clients, and colleagues.
- Conduct on-site risk assessments and adhere to all Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.
- Wear appropriate PPE at all times and take responsibility for site safety.
- Work flexibly across the region, adapting to varying locations and tasks.
- Mentor apprentices and support team members where required.
- Promote sustainability by minimising waste and using materials efficiently.
- Participate in Health & Safety inspections and toolbox talks.
- Take part in the out-of-hours rota (where applicable).
About You
- Proven experience as a Multi Trade Operative within social housing, planned works, voids, or RM environments.
- Skilled in at least two core trades (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, plastering, painting, tiling, brickwork).
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and risk assessments.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Comfortable working in occupied properties.
- Competent using handheld devices (PDA/mobile apps).
- Full, clean UK driving licence.
- Must hold (or be eligible for) SC clearance and meet BPSS requirements.
- NVQ Level 2/3 (or equivalent) in a relevant trade.
- Valid training in Asbestos Awareness, Working at Height, Manual Handling, and First Aid.
Desirable
- Experience working on MOD, local authority, or housing association contracts.
- Ability to carry out plumbing works safely and compliantly.
- Experience mentoring apprentices or junior staff.
Personal Attributes
- Professional, reliable, and customer-focused.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible, proactive, and adaptable.
- Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
What's in it for you?
- Up to £33,530 per annum.
- 23 days' holiday + Bank Holidays.
- Company vehicle and fuel card.
- PDA and uniform provided.
- Long service awards.
- Perkbox benefits (free coffees, cinema tickets, retail discounts & more).
- 1 paid volunteer day per year.
Apply Today
If you're a skilled Multi Trade Operative looking for a new opportunity with a reputable contractor, apply now with Winner Recruitment.
MultiTrade Operative - Social Housing in Middlesbrough employer: Winner Recruitment
Join a reputable building maintenance company in York as a Multi Trade Operative, where you will enjoy a supportive work culture that values your skills and promotes professional growth. With competitive pay, generous holiday allowances, and unique perks like free coffees and retail discounts through Perkbox, this role offers not just a job, but a meaningful career in social housing. You'll have the opportunity to mentor apprentices, ensuring a collaborative environment while making a positive impact in the community.
