Maintenance Operative
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Building Maintenance, Plumber, Maintenance Worker, Carpentry
Maintenance Operative - Handyperson
Location:
Coventry
Pay Rate: £16.20 per hour PAYE | £19.36 per hour Umbrella (inclusive of holiday pay)
Hours:
37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract:
Full-Time, Temporary
Start Date:
Immediate
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Operative to join a busy Repairs and Maintenance team covering the Coventry areas . The successful candidate will work across both occupied and void domestic properties , carrying out responsive repairs and general maintenance duties. We are particularly interested in candidates with a core trade in Plumbing/Joinery or someone who possesses All-Round maintenance skills .
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Operative, Multi Trader, Plumber or Joiner with a background in social housing, local authority or domestic property maintenance .
- Carrying out responsive repairs and maintenance across occupied and void domestic properties.
- Completing planned and reactive maintenance works to a high professional standard.
- Undertaking general maintenance duties alongside your core trade of Plumbing or Joinery.
- Diagnosing faults and identifying appropriate and cost-effective repair solutions.
- Installing, repairing and replacing domestic fixtures, fittings and components.
- Undertaking plumbing repairs including taps, toilets, sinks, pipework and associated fittings.
- Completing joinery repairs including doors, locks, skirting, kitchens and other timber components.
- Ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with relevant standards.
- Providing a professional service when working within occupied properties.
- Completing relevant paperwork and reporting any additional repairs or issues identified.
- Proven experience working as a Maintenance Operative, Multi Trader, Plumber or Joiner .
- A recognised NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in Plumbing or Joinery .
- Experience carrying out responsive repairs within domestic properties.
- Previous experience within social housing, council or housing association environments is desirable.
- Full UK driving license.
- Own basic hand tools and PPE.
- Ability to work independently, manage a varied workload and complete repairs to a high standard.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
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