Plasterer in Sandwell, West Midlands

Plasterer - Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance

A leading national property services and maintenance contractor is currently recruiting for an experienced Plasterer to join its established repairs and maintenance team.

Position: Multi-Trade

Location: Sandwell

Salary: £36,982 per annum + Van & fuel card + package

Contract Type: Permanent

Start date: Immediately available

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out high-quality internal and external plastering, rendering, patch repairs and making-good works across a mixture of occupied and void residential properties. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Plasterer looking for a stable, long-term position with an established organisation that places a strong emphasis on quality workmanship, customer service, training and internal progression.

The Role:

As a Plasterer, you will undertake a varied programme of repairs and maintenance works across residential properties, ensuring that all work is completed to a high standard and provides a durable, professional finish. You will work within both occupied homes and void properties, meaning you will need to combine strong technical ability with a professional and respectful approach when dealing with residents.

The role will involve everything from smaller patch repairs and making-good works through to larger plastering and rendering requirements. You will be expected to take ownership of your jobs, complete works efficiently and aim to achieve a first-time fix wherever possible. You will also work alongside other trades and the wider repairs team, often carrying out making-good works following plumbing, electrical or other maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out internal and external plastering and rendering repairs.
• Undertake plaster repairs to walls, ceilings and other internal surfaces.
• Complete patch plastering, bonding, skimming and associated preparation works.
• Carry out making-good works following other trade activities.
• Prepare surfaces appropriately before applying plaster and finishing materials.
• Repair damaged, cracked or defective plasterwork.
• Complete work to a consistently high standard, ensuring clean and professional finishes.
• Undertake associated minor works such as tiling, painting, sealing and making good where required.
• Diagnose the extent of repair works required and select appropriate materials and techniques.
• Complete jobs within agreed timescales and specifications.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment within residents' homes.
• Record completed works, materials and relevant job information using a mobile/PDA system.

About You:

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Plasterer with a background in repairs, maintenance, social housing, property services or a similar residential environment. You will take genuine pride in your workmanship and be capable of producing clean, smooth and durable finishes across a variety of plastering and repair requirements.

As you will regularly work within occupied homes, you will also need to demonstrate a professional and customer-focused approach. You should be comfortable communicating with residents, explaining works where appropriate and treating people's homes with care and respect.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 / City & Guilds in Plastering, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Proven experience working as a Plasterer within a repairs and maintenance environment.
• Strong practical experience in patch plastering, bonding and skimming.
• Experience of making good following other trades.
• Knowledge of internal and external plastering/rendering techniques.
• Experience working within occupied residential properties.
• A full UK manual driving licence with no more than six points.
• Asbestos Awareness certification.
• CSCS card preferred.
• DBS clearance, or willingness to undergo the required checks.

Package & Benefits:

The successful candidates will receive a competitive package, including:

• Company van and fuel card for work-related use.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Support towards additional qualifications and skills development.
• Genuine opportunities for internal progression and promotion.
• The security of working for an established national property services organisation.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this position, please apply with your updated CV.