Multi-Trade Operative (Permanent)
Location:
Essex-based (covering London, Kent, East Anglia & surrounding regions)
Salary:
£33,000 – £39,000 (dependent on experience)
Job Type:
Permanent, Full-Time
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for
2–3 experienced Multi-Trade Operatives
to join a growing and well-established property services company. The role involves working across a mix of
social housing and private residential developments
, supporting national housebuilders and housing associations.
Projects include work with leading developers and housing providers such as
Orbit Homes, Golding Homes, Bellway, Barratt, Crest Nicholson, Redrow, and Chartway
.
This is a
customer-facing role
, requiring high standards of workmanship, professionalism, and the ability to work independently across a variety of locations.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out a wide range of
multi-trade works
(e.g. carpentry, plumbing, basic electrics, plastering, repairs, and finishing works)
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Undertake works in both
occupied properties and new-build plots
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Deliver high-quality repairs, maintenance, and finishing tasks
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Represent the business in a
professional and customer-friendly manner
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Manage workloads independently based on job allocations
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Communicate progress updates and complete tasks within agreed timeframes
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Use initiative to complete jobs efficiently and to specification
Work Planning & Travel
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Jobs are surveyed and scheduled by the management team, with operatives assigned accordingly
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Work is
regionally allocated where possible
to reduce travel time
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Areas covered include
Essex, London, Kent, Norwich, Harlow, Bishop’s Stortford, Stevenage, Buckinghamshire
, and surrounding areas
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Flexibility is required as work locations may vary
Working Hours
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Typical working hours on-site:
9:00am – 4:00pm
(customer-facing work)
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Flexibility required depending on job completion
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Early finishes possible, while still receiving
full day pay
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Operatives are expected to use initiative to complete tasks efficiently (e.g. finishing jobs rather than returning the next day)
Salary & Benefits
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£33,000 – £39,000 per annum
(depending on experience)
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Company vehicle provided
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Fuel expenses covered
(weekly reimbursement – submitted Thursday, paid Friday)
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21 days annual leave + bank holidays
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Pension scheme (NEST – standard employer contributions)
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Stable, permanent role within a growing business
Candidate Requirements
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Proven experience as a
Multi-Trade Operative
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Strong all-round skillset (e.g. first fix, second fix, general finishing)
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Full UK driving licence
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Ability to work independently and manage workloads
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Excellent communication and
customer-facing skills
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Professional, reliable and presentable
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Experience working within
social housing or new-build environments
is highly desirable
Interview Process
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Face-to-face interview
(preferred by client)
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Fast turnaround for suitable candidates, with
immediate starts available
About the Company
A growing business established for over
3 years
, delivering property services across both
private and social housing sectors
, working closely with major developers and housing associations.
