Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative

Location: South-East London Boroughs
Salary: Up to £40,660 (depending on experience)
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

About the Role

We are recruiting for an experienced Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative to join a busy property maintenance team delivering repairs and maintenance services across social housing properties.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled tradesperson with strong plumbing experience and the ability to carry out a range of multi-trade repairs. You'll be working in occupied homes, delivering high-quality repairs while providing excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out plumbing repairs including leak detection, hot and cold water systems, immersion heaters and bathroom/kitchen installations.
• Complete multi-trade repairs including tiling, carpentry, patch plastering and decorating.
• Diagnose faults and complete first-time fixes wherever possible.
• Record completed work using a mobile device.
• Work closely with supervisors and scheduling teams.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures and complete risk assessments.
• Deliver a professional and customer-focused service in residents' homes.
• Participate in an out-of-hours emergency call-out rota when required.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Plumbing (or equivalent).
• Unvented Hot Water Systems Certificate.
• Experience across multiple trades including carpentry, tiling, plastering and decorating.
• Ability to safely isolate and test electrical components.
• Experience working within social housing repairs and maintenance.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Own professional tool kit.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £40,660 depending on experience.
• Company van and fuel card.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Up to £2,000 referral bonus.
• Long service awards.
• Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Ongoing training and genuine career progression.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative looking to join a well-established organisation offering long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV.