Annual salary: up to £35,385.84
Location:Exeter
Contract:
Full Time Permanent Salary up to £35,385.84 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card 42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday
- Friday)
"A desire to make a positive difference wherever we operate has always been at the heart of our business. It was over 30 years ago when we were a small maintenance contractor with a single van; and it still is now we are a truly national company"
About the role:We're on the lookout for a talented and versatile Multi-Skilled Operative to join our team, supporting a busy Planned works contract in Exeter. This is a dynamic, hands-on role where you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance across a range of trades, ensuring residents' homes are safe, functional, and well cared for.
You'll be working across occupied properties, responding to day-to-day project requests that cover carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, and more. No two days are the same, and your ability to adapt, problem-solve, and deliver excellent customer service will be key to your success.
With a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to improving social housing standards, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that's making a real difference in the community. We're looking for someone reliable, skilled across multiple trades, and passionate about getting the job done right the first time.
Duties:- Carry out day-to-day Planned Projects across social housing properties
- Complete full Bathroom refurbishments
- Replacing or repairing skirting boards, architraves, and internal door frames
- Installing and adjusting Bathroom units, worktops, and full bathroom refits
- Repairing or replacing internal doors, handles, locks, and hinges
- Identifying and fixing plumbing issues such as leaks, dripping taps, and blocked sinks
- Carrying out patch plastering and making good, damaged walls or ceilings
- Completing wall shower boards and floor tiling repairs, including grouting and sealing and Latex works
- Painting and decorating to a professional finish following repair works
- Ensuring all repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
- Working in occupied properties with sensitivity to residents' needs and privacy
- Reporting any further works, safeguarding concerns, or property issues beyond scope
- Deliver excellent customer service while working in residents' homes
- Accurately record job details, materials used, and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets
- Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicle in good working order
- Manage daily workload efficiently to meet service level targets
- Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance across multiple trades (e.g. plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating and minor carpentry)
- Previous experience in full Bathroom refurbishments
- Full UK driving licence
- Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Excellent customer service skills, with experience working in occupied homes
- Good understanding of health and safety regulations and safe working practices
- Provide own hand and power tools
- Ability to use handheld devices or job management systems to record work
- Willingness to participate in out-of-hours emergency rota
- Company Sick Pay
- Life Assurance (1x annual salary)
- Company pension scheme with Pensions people
- 5% employee and 3% employer pension contribution with People pension
- Commercial vehicle and fuel card
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity (14 weeks full pay, 12 weeks half pay and 13 weeks statutory pay), paternity (2 weeks full pay) and adoption leave
- Employee Assistance Programme - free…
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