Plumber Multi-Trade Operative

Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative

Location: Bedford & Surrounding Areas
Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Sector: Social Housing
Company Van & Fuel Card Provided

We are currently recruiting for an experiencedPlumber / Multi-Trade Operative to join an established repairs and maintenance team, carrying outresponsive repairs across social housing properties in Bedford and the surrounding areas .

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled plumber who has strongmulti-trade abilities and is looking forlong-term security, a permanent contract and a competitive salary of up to £38,000 .

The role offers a varied workload, with the majority of work being carried out withinoccupied residents' homes , alongside work on void properties. You'll have the opportunity to use your plumbing skills every day while also completing a range of general maintenance and multi-trade repairs.

The Role

As a Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative, you will be responsible for attending residents' properties and completingresponsive repairs and maintenance , diagnosing issues and carrying out high-quality repairs wherever possible.

Day-to-day duties will include:

• Carrying outresponsive plumbing repairs and maintenance across social housing properties
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs efficiently, safely and to a high standard
• Completing general multi-trade works includingbasic carpentry, patch plastering, tiling and minor building repairs
• Carrying out repairs withinoccupied properties , working respectfully around residents and their belongings
• Undertaking repairs withinvoid properties , helping prepare homes for re-let
• Completingkitchen and bathroom repairs and maintenance
• Carrying out remedial works and making good following repairs
• Using handheldPDA/job-management systems to receive, update and complete jobs
• Identifying additional works and reporting any repairs requiring follow-up
• Keeping work areas clean, safe and tidy
• Providing excellentcustomer service to tenants and residents
• Working towards achievingfirst-time fixes wherever possible

About You

We're looking for a practical and reliablePlumber / Multi-Trader who is confident working independently and dealing directly with residents.

Ideally, you will have:

• Proven experience as aPlumber, Plumber Multi or Multi-Trade Operative
• Strong domestic plumbing and maintenance experience
• Good all-round multi-trade skills
• Previous experience withinsocial housing, housing associations, council properties or domestic maintenance is highly desirable
• Experience working withinoccupied properties
• Plumbing qualification such asNVQ Level 2 or equivalent preferred
• Ability to diagnose faults and complete repairs independently
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Good communication and customer service skills
• A professional, reliable and respectful approach

What's On Offer?

Up to £38,000 per annum

Plus:

• Permanent, full-time position
• Company van
• Fuel card
• Tools and uniform provided
• Stable, long-term employment
• Consistent workload across Bedford and surrounding areas
• Social housing experience and training
• Supportive team environment
• Training and development opportunities
• Excellent opportunities for career progression

Why Consider This Role?

This is a great opportunity for someone who is currently working ontemporary contracts, self-employed or moving between jobs and wants the security of a permanent position.

You'll be working on alocal patch across Bedford and surrounding areas , carrying out meaningful repairs and maintenance within residents' homes. The role offers a good mixture ofplumbing and multi-trade work , so no two days are necessarily the same.

If you're an experiencedPlumber / Multi-Trade Operative looking forup to £38,000, a company van, fuel card and long-term permanent work within social housing , we'd be keen to hear from you.

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