Multitrade Operative

Customer Service Operative – Property Maintenance

Torquay based | Covering Devon & Somerset

Salary: £34,000 – £37,000 + Company Van

39 hours per week

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Customer Service Operative to join a well-established construction and housing business covering sites across Devon and Somerset.

This role involves carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs within occupied homes, so we are looking for someone with a strong trades background who also enjoys providing excellent customer service.

• Carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs in occupied homes
• Completing tasks including painting, carpentry, drylining, window adjustments and finishing repairs
• Updating works via tablet systems and liaising with office teams
• Providing a professional and customer-focused service

• Previous experience within a trade-based maintenance or customer care role
• Trade qualification in carpentry, drylining or a similar discipline
• Strong all-round maintenance skills
• Comfortable working in occupied homes and dealing directly with customers
• Basic IT confidence and ability to use tablets/software systems
• Full UK driving licence

• Salary of £34,000 – £37,000 depending on experience
• Company van provided for work use
• Stable, long-term opportunity with a reputable business
• Varied role covering sites across Devon and Somerset
• Autonomy and flexibility with direct travel to sites on most days

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