Multi-Skilled Technician

Settle Group; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job description

Multiskilled Technician (Void Properties Team) – Prepare homes for new tenants with expert multi-trade repairs.

Location: Chesham, High Wycombe + travel

Salary: £39,968per annum + Excellent Benefits

Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose?

At SettleParadigm, we’re proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 27,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire.

Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger we’ve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve.

If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, we’d love to welcome you on our journey. Together, we’re building a better future.

About the Role/team

We’re excited to offer two new full-time permanent opportunities for Multiskilled Void Repairs Technicians to join our expanding Voids team. This mobile role covers our property portfolio across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire, and surrounding regions.

You’ll be responsible for day-to-day maintenance in void properties, applying technical expertise across three or more trades to deliver high-quality results. You’ll play a vital role in minimising void rent loss by adhering to void standards, ensuring properties are hazard‑free, and completing works efficiently and effectively.

You’ll be based out of our Head Office in High Wycombe and our Stores Room in Chesham for equipment, property packs, and team briefings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out general maintenance works in void properties
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and internal procedures
• Achieve first‑time fixes and complete repairs within target response times
• Communicate effectively with tenants and staff, providing excellent customer care
• Maintain accurate documentation and reports on completed work
• Manage tools, materials, and vehicle stock efficiently
• Minimise waste and support continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

Must haves:

• City & Guilds or NVQ in multiple trades, or equivalent experience
• Significant experience in maintenance and repair work across multiple trades
• Knowledge of construction, building regulations, and health & safety standards
• Valid UK manual driving licence – if successful in this role, you'll receive a fully‑insured van plus a fuel card for business use.
• Strong time‑management and communication skills
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service

Nice to haves:

• Experience working in voids or property turnaround environments
• Familiarity with mobile job management systems

For added brilliance:

• Confidence in working independently across a mobile patch
• Passion for preparing safe, high‑quality homes for new tenants
• Experience within social housing/local authority

Benefits

At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment.

• annual salary:£39,968per annum
• 25 days holiday,increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options
• Generous pension scheme– up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice
• Family‑friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Health cash plan– claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids’ cover)
• Life cover and income protection

And that’s just the beginning! We’re also thrilled to provide:

• 30+ qualified Mental Health First Aiders available to support
• Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)
• Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships
• 3 paid volunteering days in the local communities
• Peer‑recognition rewards platform
• Paid professional subscription (one per year)

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio‑economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups.

Accessibility and Adjustments

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required.

Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.

Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.

Closing Date: 10/03/2026