MultiTrade Operative - Social Housing

Multi Trade Operative
York
£33,530 per annum + benefits

The Role

Winner Recruitment are currently seeking a skilled and versatile Multi Trade Operative on behalf of a well-established building maintenance company. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance across Planned Works, Voids, and Responsive Maintenance (RM) contracts.

Working across both occupied and unoccupied properties, you will be responsible for delivering first-time fixes wherever possible, while ensuring excellent customer service and full compliance with health and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out multi-trade repairs and maintenance to a high standard in residents’ homes and void properties
• Complete a range of tasks including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, painting, tiling, and basic brickwork
• Support void refurbishments and planned works programmes, ensuring properties are safe, compliant, and ready to let
• Attend responsive maintenance call-outs, diagnosing issues and achieving first-time fixes where possible
• Accurately complete PDA updates, timesheets, and work reports
• Communicate professionally with residents, clients, and colleagues
• Conduct on-site risk assessments and adhere to all Health & Safety legislation and company procedures
• Wear appropriate PPE at all times and take responsibility for site safety
• Work flexibly across the region, adapting to varying locations and tasks
• Mentor apprentices and support team members where required
• Promote sustainability by minimising waste and using materials efficiently
• Participate in Health & Safety inspections and toolbox talks
• Take part in the out-of-hours rota (where applicable)

About You

• Proven experience as a Multi Trade Operative within social housing, planned works, voids, or RM environments
• Skilled in at least two core trades (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, plastering, painting, tiling, brickwork)
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and risk assessments
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Comfortable working in occupied properties
• Competent using handheld devices (PDA/mobile apps)
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Must hold (or be eligible for) SC clearance and meet BPSS requirements
• NVQ Level 2/3 (or equivalent) in a relevant trade
• Valid training in Asbestos Awareness, Working at Height, Manual Handling, and First Aid

Desirable

• Experience working on MOD, local authority, or housing association contracts
• Ability to carry out plumbing works safely and compliantly
• Experience mentoring apprentices or junior staff

Personal Attributes

• Professional, reliable, and customer-focused
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible, proactive, and adaptable
• Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What’s in it for you?

• Up to £33,530 per annum
• 23 days’ holiday + Bank Holidays
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• PDA and uniform provided
• Long service awards
• Perkbox benefits (free coffees, cinema tickets, retail discounts & more)
• 1 paid volunteer day per year

Apply Today
If you’re a skilled Multi Trade Operative looking for a new opportunity with a reputable contractor, apply now with Winner Recruitment.