Multi Trade Operative

Multi-Trade Operative (Carpentry & Plumbing)

Location: Oldbury, West Midlands

Salary: Up to £34,000 per annum (depending on experience)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Multi-Trade Operative to join a well-established national property services contractor delivering responsive and planned maintenance across Oldbury and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled tradesperson with strong carpentry and plumbing experience who enjoys working in residential properties and takes pride in delivering high-quality repairs.

The Role

You will be responsible for carrying out a wide range of maintenance and repair works across occupied and void properties, ensuring homes are safe, well maintained and completed to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out multi-trade repairs with a strong focus on carpentry and plumbing.

• Complete 1st and 2nd fix carpentry, including doors, frames, skirting, architraves and general joinery repairs.

• Undertake plumbing repairs, including leaks, taps, toilets, traps and minor pipework.

• Diagnose faults and carry out effective, long-lasting repairs.

• Deliver high-quality finishes across occupied and void properties.

• Use mobile technology to record completed works, materials and job progress.

• Work closely with supervisors and planners to ensure efficient service delivery.

• Provide excellent customer service and communicate professionally with residents.

• Follow all health and safety procedures and maintain company equipment safely.

About You

• Previous experience as a Multi-Trade Operative within social housing, domestic maintenance or property services.

• Strong 1st and 2nd fix carpentry skills.

• Good plumbing experience, including repairs and replacements.

• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.

• High standard of workmanship and attention to detail.

• Good communication and customer service skills.

• Full UK driving licence.

• Own tools relevant to carpentry and plumbing.

• Good understanding of health and safety best practice.

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to £34,000 depending on experience.

• Company van and fuel card.

• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Long-service recognition awards.

• Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits.

• One paid volunteering day each year.

• Ongoing training, development and genuine career progression opportunities.