Multi-Trade Operative - Rail Underground

Daniel Owen are currently looking for an experienced Rail-based Multi-Trade Operative, located near Basildon, Essex, to join our established team supporting maintenance and project works across the London Underground network. This role offers long-term, varied work within a safety-critical environment, ideal for multi-skilled operatives who take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship.

This is a mobile role that will require travel across multiple stations on the Underground network, so the successful candidate must be based close to our Basildon office for ease of deployment.

• Undertake a variety of multi-trade maintenance and refurbishment works within stations, including painting, general building repairs, carpentry, basic plumbing, and minor electrical tasks.

• Deliver both planned maintenance and reactive works, ensuring tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

• Work within a live rail environment, adhering to all safety rules, procedures, and industry regulations.

• Accurately complete job sheets, reporting, and photographic evidence as required.

• Liaise with supervisors, station staff, and team members to ensure smooth delivery of works.

• Work a mixture of days, nights, and occasional weekends, depending on access requirements.

• Ideally located in or near Basildon, Essex, or within a reasonable commute.

• Experience working within a rail environment is highly desirable - London Underground or Network Rail.

• A valid Sentinel card is preferable; willingness to undergo training if not already held.

• Strong background in painting and general building is essential.

• Competence across multiple trades, demonstrating "all-rounder" ability.

• Full UK driving licence required, as a company vehicle may be provided.

• Excellent awareness of health & safety and ability to work safely in a rail setting.

• Must be fully flexible to work days and nights, including potential weekend shifts.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a professional and proactive approach.

If you are on the lookout for a new position, and you feel you have the relevant experience / qualifications, please feel free to contact the London Rail Team on (phone number removed).