Multi Trade Operative

Our client is a well-established building and maintenance company based in Reading. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Multi-Trade Operative to join their team, working across social housing and domestic properties in the Reading area. This role is offered on a self-employed basis initially, with the potential to move to temporary-to-permanent or permanent employment after a qualifying period, up to 12 x weeks.

You will be working in the Social Housing sector / domestic properties within the Reading area, Must have extensive knowledge within all aspects of the trade, you will be working in voids, tenanted properties, A DBS checked will be carried out if successful, Must live within a 20-mile radius of Reading, must have a clean driving license as this is a good opportunity for a van being supplied if offered a temp / perm / permanent position.

This is a self-employed position, after a three-month period there may be PAYE options available, must provide 2 x sources of references, must live within a 20-mile radius of Reading.

Role Responsibilities

Reactive maintenance and planned works within social housing
Working independently and managing daily workloads
Liaising with supervisors and other trades as required
Void property works
Delivering high standards of workmanship and customer service

Required Skills & Experience

You must have strong experience across multiple trades, including:

1st & 2nd Fix Carpentry
Kitchen & Bathroom Installations
1st & 2nd Fix Plumbing (including soldering)
Minor leak repairs and sanitaryware replacement
Ceramic wall tiling
Vinyl flooring
Painting & Decorating
External works experience
Willingness to carry out non-licensed asbestos removal (full training provided)

Essential Requirements

Must live within a 20-mile radius of Reading
Own van and tools (company van may be provided if role becomes permanent)
Clean UK driving licence
Strong material knowledge
Ability to work alone and as part of a team
Excellent time management and communication skills
DBS check required (to be completed if successful)
Provide two work references

Benefits:

Ongoing, stable work
Competitive hourly rate (£26ph)
Opportunity to join a well-established company
Potential PAYE options after 3 months
Clear route to a permanent position