Plumber Multi Trade
G and B Plumbing and Drainage Ltd · Direct employer
We are currently looking for an experienced and reliable Plumbing-Biased Multi-Trader to join our reactive maintenance team, carrying out repairs and maintenance works across social housing properties throughout London.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plumbing and drainage, combined with good multi-trade skills and the ability to undertake a variety of general maintenance and repair works.
You will be responsible for attending reactive maintenance jobs, diagnosing faults, carrying out repairs and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
This is a customer-facing role, so a professional attitude, good communication skills and the ability to work respectfully within residents' homes are essential.
Responsibilities
- Attend reactive maintenance jobs across various social housing properties throughout London.
- Carry out plumbing and drainage repairs as the primary trade, including fault finding, repairs, maintenance and replacement works.
- Ideally have strong experience in another trade such as Groundwork, Locksmithing, Glazing, Plastering, Decorating, General maintenance
- Diagnose faults and determine the most appropriate repair solution.
- Complete works efficiently and minimise the need for return visits wherever possible.
- Use a PDA/mobile device to receive and update jobs, record works undertaken, upload photographs and complete job reports in real time.
- Ensure all works comply with relevant health and safety requirements, company procedures and client standards.
- Maintain a high standard of workmanship across all repairs.
- Communicate professionally with residents, clients, supervisors and the scheduling team.
- Identify any additional works or defects and report them clearly to management. Work independently while managing a daily workload and prioritising reactive repairs effectively.
Experience
- Strong practical plumbing and drainage experience.
- Competent across a range of additional maintenance trades.
- Previous experience in reactive maintenance is preferred.
- Full UK driving licence – essential.
- Ability to use a PDA/mobile device for job management and reporting.
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills, good communication and customer service skills.
- Professional and respectful approach when working in residents' homes.
- Ability to work independently and manage a daily workload effectively.
- Reliable, punctual and able to work to agreed timescales.
- Good attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship.
What We Offer
- Company van & fuel card provided.
- Company uniform and PPE supplied.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Overtime and call-out opportunities.
- Regular reactive maintenance work.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Opportunities to develop your multi-trade skills.
- Supportive management and scheduling team.
- Long-term opportunities within a growing maintenance business.
This role is ideal for motivated individuals eager to apply their diverse skill set in a fast-paced environment where every day presents new challenges! If you are a skilled plumber who can turn their hand to other maintenance tasks, enjoys reactive work and takes pride in providing a professional service to residents, we would like to hear from you.
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