In brief
This multi-skilled operative role involves delivering a wide range of repairs across occupied and void social housing properties. The work includes joinery, plumbing, tiling, and plastering tasks to maintain high standards within tenants' homes.
Best for
Experienced multi-skilled operatives with a background in social housing maintenance.
Non-negotiable
Full UK driving licence
What you need
Required
Social housing experience
Clearly required in the listing
Full UK driving licence
Clearly required in the listing
Trade qualifications
Clearly required in the listing
Fault-finding
Strongly implied by the listing
Communication
Strongly implied by the listing
Customer service
Strongly implied by the listing
Preferred
Multiple trades experience
Strongly implied by the listing
Responsive repairs experience
Strongly implied by the listing
Your day-to-day
Perform general property repairs
Clearly stated in the job description.
Diagnose maintenance issues
Clearly stated in the job description.
Complete finishing works
Clearly stated in the job description.
Manage job documentation
Clearly stated in the job description.
Experience expected
Level
Mid-level
Based on what the listing states
Years of experience
Not stated
No clear years requirement found
Evidence from the listing
Experience level
“…in occupied properties Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills Ability to complete jobs independently and to a high standard Good communication and customer service skills Full UK driving licenc…”
What's on offer
Full job description (from employer)⌄
Your new company You'll be working with an established housing and property maintenance provider delivering repairs and maintenance across social housing properties throughout the Leeds area. Due to an increase in workload, they are looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Operative to join their maintenance team. Your new role As a Multi-Skilled Operative, you'll be responsible for completing a wide range of responsive repairs and general maintenance across occupied and void social housing properties.Your duties will include: General joinery and carpentry repairs Basic plumbing and bathroom repairs Kitchen and bathroom maintenance Wall and floor tiling Patch plastering and making good Basic painting and decorating Repairing doors, locks, handles, skirting boards and fixtures Diagnosing maintenance issues and completing effective repairs Working across both occupied and void properties Providing a professional and respectful service when working in tenants' homes Completing relevant job paperwork and reporting any additional works requiredWhat you'll need to succeed To be considered for this position, you'll need previous experience working within social housing, council properties or domestic property maintenance.You'll also ideally have: Strong experience across multiple trades A primary trade such as joinery, plumbing or plastering Experience completing responsive repairs and maintenance Experience working within occupied properties Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills Ability to complete jobs independently and to a high standard Good communication and customer service skills Full UK driving licence Relevant trade qualifications or recognised experienceWhat you'll get in return You'll receive a competitive hourly rate, consistent full-time hours and the opportunity for ongoing work across the Leeds area. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Multi-Skilled Operative with a social housing background looking for a stable maintenance position, with the potential for longer-term opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
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