Multi-Trade Operative
Location:Dartford
Salary: Up to £40,660 DOE + Company Van & Fuel Card
Job Type: Permanent
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading property maintenance and social housing provider for an experienced Multi-Trade Operative to join an operational team overseeing some of the organisation’s contract within dartford
The team is responsible for supporting high-priority contracts, peak demand, new contract mobilisations and complex operational challenges. This is a varied role where you will work across different properties and contracts, adapting to different environments while delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance for residents.
The Role
You will carry out a range of multi-trade repairs and maintenance works across occupied and void properties, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Your responsibilities will include:
Carrying out multi-trade repairs including carpentry, plumbing, patch plastering, tiling, decorating and basic flooring
Diagnosing faults and completing repairs right first time wherever possible
Undertaking responsive repairs, void works and remedial maintenance
Working safely in line with risk assessments, method statements and company procedures
Recording job details, materials and completion notes using handheld devices/job management systems
Liaising professionally with residents and reporting any access issues, safeguarding concerns or additional works
Maintaining tools, equipment and van stock
Identifying and escalating complex or specialist repairs where required
Working alongside other trades to support the successful delivery of contracts
Adapting quickly to different properties, clients, systems and working environments
About You
We’re looking for an experienced Multi-Trade Operative with a strong background in property maintenance.
You will ideally have:
Proven experience carrying out multi-trade repairs within domestic or social housing environments
Experience working on responsive repairs, voids or occupied properties
Strong practical skills across multiple trades
The ability to diagnose and resolve maintenance issues efficiently
Good communication and customer service skills
Experience using handheld devices or job management systems
Good understanding of health & safety, manual handling and asbestos awareness
Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
A full UK driving licence
A relevant trade qualification or equivalent practical experience
What’s on Offer?
Up to £40,660 salary, depending on experience
Company van & fuel card
23 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
Up to £2,000 colleague referral fee
Long-service awards
Perkbox – discounts across retail, travel and wellbeing
1 paid volunteer day per year
Ongoing training, support and development
Career progression opportunities
The Opportunity
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Multi-Trade Operative looking for variety, stability and the chance to work across important property maintenance contracts.
You’ll be trusted to deliver high-quality repairs, work directly with residents and help maintain service standards across a range of challenging and fast-moving environments.
If you have the multi-trade experience and are looking for your next permanent opportunity, apply today
