Multi Trade Operative

Wates Group

We're looking for an experienced

Multi Trader to join our responsive maintenance team, working across social housing properties in and around

Swadlincote. This is a customer‑facing role where quality, care, and getting things right first time really matter.

The Role

You'll be responsible for carrying out a wide range of responsive repairs and maintenance works within occupied social housing homes, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Typical Tasks Will Include

General multi‑trade repairs (carpentry, minor plumbing, patch plastering, basic tiling, etc.)
Diagnosing and resolving day‑to‑day repair issues
Working professionally in residents' homes with a strong customer focus
Completing work to agreed SLAs and company standards
Accurately updating job records using a mobile device

Essential Requirements

What We're Looking For

Proven trade background (multi‑skilled)
NVQ Level 2 in a relevant trade (or equivalent)
Experience in social housing responsive maintenance
Full UK driving licence
Strong customer service skills and a professional approach in residents' homes

What's On Offer

Competitive salary
Company van and fuel card
Tools, uniform, and PPE provided
Stable, long‑term work within social housing
Supportive team environment and opportunities to develop multi‑trade skills

If you're a reliable

Multi Trader who takes pride in their work and enjoys making a real difference for residents, we'd love to hear from you.

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.

To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting