Multi-Trade Operative

Multi-Trade Operative Social Housing (Reactive Maintenance)

Contract Type: Permanent
Location: North West London (Brent, Barnet & occasional Islington)
Salary: £36,000 £40,000 per year (depending on experience & qualifications)
Benefits: Company van & fuel card provided

About the Role

Build Recruitment are looking for a skilled and reliable Multi-Trade Operative to join a busy reactive maintenance team delivering high-quality repairs within social housing properties across North West London.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced tradesperson seeking long-term stability, strong benefits, and consistent local work.

The Role

You will be carrying out a wide range of day-to-day maintenance and repair works across occupied domestic and council properties, ensuring high standards of workmanship and excellent customer service.

A strong focus will be placed on first-time fixes, efficiency, and tenant satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out a variety of multi-trade repairs including carpentry, plumbing, patch plastering, tiling, painting & general maintenance
• Completing reactive maintenance works in occupied social housing properties
• Diagnosing faults and delivering practical, long-lasting repair solutions
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
• Providing excellent customer service when working in tenants homes
• Maintaining a professional and respectful approach at all times

Requirements

• Proven experience in social housing or domestic maintenance (multi-trade preferred)
• NVQ/City & Guilds or equivalent trade experience (desirable)
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Good communication and customer service skills

What s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £40,000
• Company van & fuel card
• 23 days holiday bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Long-term, stable work with a reputable contractor
• Supportive team environment with progression opportunities

Apply Today

For more information, contact Tom on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed)

Build Recruitment will take time to understand your experience, skills, and career goals, supporting you throughout the process and beyond.