Plumber Multi-Trader

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 experienced Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative to join an established repairs and maintenance team, carrying out responsive repairs across social housing properties in Bedford and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled plumber who has strong multi-trade abilities and is looking for long-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 within occupied 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.

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

• Carrying out responsive 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 including basic carpentry, patch plastering, tiling and minor building repairs
• Carrying out repairs within occupied properties, working respectfully around residents and their belongings
• Undertaking repairs within void properties, helping prepare homes for re-let
• Completing kitchen and bathroom repairs and maintenance
• Carrying out remedial works and making good following repairs
• Using handheld PDA/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 excellent customer service to tenants and residents
• Working towards achieving first-time fixes wherever possible

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

Ideally, you will have:

• Proven experience as a Plumber, Plumber Multi or Multi-Trade Operative
• Strong domestic plumbing and maintenance experience
• Good all-round multi-trade skills
• Previous experience within social housing, housing associations, council properties or domestic maintenance is highly desirable
• Experience working within occupied properties
• Plumbing qualification such as NVQ 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

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

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

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

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

Apply today to find out more.