Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative
Location: Bedford 
Salary: Up to £36,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, permanent

bpha is seeking an experienced Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative to join our in-house repairs team, covering social housing properties across Bedford and surrounding areas.

You’ll be responsible for carrying out a wide range of plumbing and general maintenance works in occupied and void properties, delivering a high-quality, customer-focused service to our residents.

• Carry out day-to-day plumbing repairs and installations

• Undertake multi-trade works including basic carpentry, patch plastering, tiling, and minor building repairs

• Work within social housing properties, ensuring minimal disruption to residents

• Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently and safely

• Maintain accurate job records using handheld devices

• Deliver excellent customer service in line with bpha values

• Proven experience as a plumber, ideally within social housing or domestic properties

• Multi-trade skills with the ability to complete a variety of maintenance tasks

• Relevant plumbing qualification (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent preferred)

• Full UK driving licence

• Strong communication skills and a professional, tenant-focused approach

• Competitive salary of £36,000

• Company van and fuel card

• Tools and uniform provided

• Stable, long-term work within a respected housing association

• Supportive team environment and opportunities for development

If you’re a skilled plumber with strong multi-trade experience and want secure work making a real difference in social housing, we’d love to hear from you.