Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative

Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative

Swindon & Surrounding Areas Up to £40,660 + Van, Fuel Card & Excellent Benefits

I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative to join a well-established and highly regarded property services contractor delivering repairs, maintenance, refurbishment and compliance services to housing providers and public sector organisations.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business on a long-term social housing contract covering Swindon and the surrounding areas, where you'll play a key role in ensuring residents' homes remain safe, comfortable and well maintained.

The Opportunity

This role is ideally suited to a qualified plumber with strong multi-trade experience who enjoys a varied and customer-facing position. While plumbing will be your core trade, you'll also support a wide range of maintenance and repair works including carpentry, tiling, plastering and decorating.

Working within occupied residential properties, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality repairs with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction, first-time fixes and professional workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of plumbing repairs and installations, including:

• Leak detection and repairs

• Hot and cold water system repairs

• Immersion heaters and tanks

• Bathroom and kitchen installations

• Complete multi-trade repairs including:

• Wall and floor tiling

• First and second fix carpentry

• Patch plastering and making good

• Painting and decorating

• Accurately update job progress and completion details using handheld technology/mobile working systems

• Work closely with supervisors, planners and operational teams to ensure efficient service delivery

• Complete risk assessments and adhere to health and safety procedures at all times

• Deliver excellent customer service when working within residents' homes

• Participate in emergency call-out and out-of-hours rotas when necessary

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Plumbing (or equivalent)

• Valid Unvented Hot Water Systems Certificate

• Previous experience across multiple trades, including tiling, carpentry, plastering and decorating

• Ability to safely isolate and test electrical components

• Full UK driving licence

• Own professional tool kit

• Experience within social housing repairs and maintenance

• Strong understanding of health and safety practices

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

What's on Offer?

Salary up to £40,660, depending on experience

Company van and fuel card

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Long-service recognition awards

Access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform offering discounts on retail, travel, entertainment and wellbeing services

One paid volunteering day per year

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Clear pathways for career progression within a growing organisation

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected contractor delivering essential maintenance services within the social housing sector. My client is committed to investing in its people, providing long-term job security, career development opportunities and a supportive working environment where quality and customer service are valued.

If you're a qualified plumber with strong multi-trade experience looking for your next opportunity in the Swindon area, I'd be delighted to discuss the role with you.

Fore more information contact Sam at Magenta International