Multi trader

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