Wet Trade Multi-Skilled Trades-

Location: Essex
Salary: Up to -38,325 per annum
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

An established maintenance contractor is seeking an experienced Wet Trade Multi-Skilled Operative to join its team delivering repairs and maintenance to residential properties across Essex.

This is a varied role suited to someone with a strong background in plastering who is also confident carrying out a range of additional trade tasks. Working in occupied homes, you''ll be responsible for delivering high-quality repairs while providing excellent customer service.

Main Duties

• Complete plastering works including skimming, patch repairs, rendering, screeding and general making good.

• Undertake a variety of maintenance tasks across multiple trades, including:

  • Basic carpentry

  • Minor plumbing repairs

  • Wall and floor tiling

  • Internal painting and decorating

• Carry out repairs safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

• Update job information electronically using a handheld device.

• Ensure work is completed within agreed timescales and in line with company standards.

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times.

• Liaise professionally with residents and colleagues to ensure a positive customer experience.

• Comply with all Health & Safety policies and procedures.

• Provide support to less experienced team members where required.

• Take part in an emergency or out-of-hours rota when necessary.

Essential Skills & Experience

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or equivalent) in Plastering or a relevant construction trade.

• Strong practical experience in plastering, rendering, screeding and associated wet trades.

• Competent in carrying out a range of general maintenance tasks across different trades.

• Previous experience working within residential repairs, maintenance or social housing is desirable.

• Good understanding of current Health & Safety legislation.

• Full UK driving licence.

• Own hand tools suitable for day-to-day maintenance work.

• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to -38,325 depending on experience.

• Company vehicle and fuel card.

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Employee referral incentive.

• Long service recognition scheme.

• Employee discounts across shopping, leisure and wellbeing.

• Paid volunteering day each year.

• Ongoing training and opportunities for career development within a growing business.