Multi Trade Engineer

CC Cousins Limited; Rochester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities maintenance provider is seeking a skilled Multi Trade Engineer to join their Reactive Maintenance Team. The successful candidate will have a core trade in Plumbing or Carpentry, along with additional skills in brickwork or roofing. The position involves travelling across the South of the UK to perform high-quality repairs and maintenance in commercial and retail properties. Candidates should possess relevant experience and qualifications, including a minimum NVQ Level 2 in a trade, and a full UK driving licence.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

Work phone

Full company uniform and PPE

7-day call-out rota

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in a relevant trade.
• At least 3 years’ trade experience.
• Proven multi-trade maintenance background.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive and planned maintenance works across multiple sites.
• Work independently or as part of a team.
• Complete jobs efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Minimum NVQ Level 2 in a relevant trade

Tools

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Specialism: Plumbing or Carpentry (Brickwork / Roofing advantageous)

Location: South of the UK (Travel Required)

Salary: £180 - £190 per day

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent (PAYE)

About The Role

Do you have a proven track record in repairs and maintenance? Are you a skilled Multi Trade Operative who thrives in a fast-paced, reactive environment? If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

We are looking to recruit a Multi Trade Engineer to join our Reactive Maintenance Team. The successful candidate will have a core trade in Plumbing or Carpentry, with additional multi-trade skills such as brickwork or roofing highly desirable. The role involves travelling to commercial and retail properties across the South of the UK, carrying out high-quality repairs and maintenance works.

About Us

CC Cousins is a leading Facilities Maintenance provider, delivering services to commercial and retail properties throughout the South of the UK. Our services include reactive maintenance, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and large-scale projects. We pride ourselves on quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive and planned maintenance works across multiple sites
• Undertake a wide range of tasks including:
  • Roofing
  • Brickwork
  • Carpentry
  • Plumbing
  • Decorating
  • Tiling
  • Minor reactive repairs (e.g. toilet blocks, waste clearance)
• Complete jobs efficiently, safely, and to a high standard
• Work independently or as part of a team, using initiative to resolve on-site issues
• Ensure all works comply with Health & Safety regulations
• Accurately complete job reports and communicate effectively with the office team

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in a relevant trade (Roofing, Carpentry, or Brickwork highly advantageous)
• At least 3 years’ trade experience
• Proven multi-trade maintenance background
• Ability to work in a reactive, fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)

What We Offer

• £180 - £190 per day
• Company van and fuel card (business use only)
• Work phone
• Full company uniform and PPE
• 7-day call-out rota (paid on top of basic salary)
• Overtime opportunities
• PAYE employment with monthly pay (paid on the 5th of each month)

Additional Information

• Full-time, permanent position
• Travel across the South of the UK is a key part of the role
• Participation in an on-call rota is required