Multi Trade Operative

£33,862.40 - £35,360.00 per annum + Company Van40 Hours per Week | Dorset Region

Are you a skilled tradesperson looking to make a difference? Join a respected Housing Association where your work doesn’t just maintain homes, it supports lives.

We’re looking for an experienced Multi Trade Operative to join a passionate maintenance and repairs team in delivering high-quality work across planned and responsive projects. This is your opportunity to work in a rewarding sector where your skills contribute directly to improving the lives of individuals and families in need of safe, secure, and affordable housing. This specific position will be concentrating on planned works.

Why Work With Our Client?

As a well-established charitable Housing Association with decades of impact, they' re driven by a simple but powerful mission, to end homelessness and provide sustainable housing for all.

You will recieve:

• Company van, uniform, smartphone, and PPE provided

• Opportunities for paid overtime

• Tailored training & development (internal & external)

• Supportive and values-led working environment

• Make a positive impact on vulnerable communities

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out multi-trade works including kitchen and bathroom fitting, plastering, tiling, painting, and general property repairs

• Deliver high-quality workmanship across reactive and planned maintenance

• Communicate effectively with tenants and customers to provide excellent service

• Ensure all work complies with current building regulations and health & safety guidelines

• Complete works on time, using materials effectively and minimising disruption

• Maintain company vehicle and tools to required standards

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven background in one or more trades (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, tiling, plastering, decorating)

• Experience working in social housing, property maintenance, or similar environments

• Strong customer service skills — approachable, professional, and respectful

• Full, clean UK driving licence (required to drive company van)

• Ability to work independently, problem solve, and manage own workload

• Strong awareness of health and safety and commitment to quality work

Ideal Candidate

You take pride in your craft, but even more in knowing your work supports others. You’re not just here to fix properties, you’re here to make them feel like home. Passionate, reliable, and empathetic, you're someone who thrives in a people-first, community-oriented environment.

You must come from a trade background, preferrably carpentry or plumbing and be able to complete other trade tasks.

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Ellie Benson at DK Recruitment