Multi Trade Operative

CLC; Grantham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A national property services provider is seeking a skilled Multi Trade Operative to carry out high-quality repairs and maintenance across varied contracts. You will work in both occupied and unoccupied properties, ensuring first-time fixes and effective communication. The ideal candidate will have experience in multiple trades, a strong commitment to safety and compliance, and excellent customer service skills. Competitive salary, a company vehicle, and benefits like 23 days' holiday are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

23 days’ holiday + Bank Holidays

Company vehicle and fuel card

PDA and uniform provided

Long‑service awards

Perkbox benefits

1 paid volunteer day annually

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Multi Trade Operative in social housing or similar.
• Skilled in at least two core trades such as carpentry or plumbing.
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety legislation with site risk assessment ability.

Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality repairs and maintenance in residents’ homes.
• Attend responsive maintenance call-outs for first-time fixes.
• Conduct on-site risk assessments and comply with safety procedures.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Painting

Tiling

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent in trades

Tools

Handheld devices (PDA/mobile apps)

Job description

CLC is a national property services provider with 1,000+ employees, 250+ clients, 13 branches and 55 years of experience. We deliver responsive repairs, planned maintenance, decarbonisation/retrofit (PAS 2035/2038, MCS), compliance, refurbishment and fire safety, combining national reach with local service. As part of Axis CLC, we’re growing and investing in strategic acquisitions.

We maintain and improve the UK’s essential buildings and social infrastructure. By enhancing these environments, we contribute to community wellbeing, energy security, and national resilience. CLC has grown significantly over the last few years and has ambitious plans to double in size in the next four years.

The role

We’re looking for a skilled and versatile Multi Trade Operative to carry out high‑quality repairs and maintenance across Planned Works, Voids, and Responsive Maintenance (RM) contracts. You’ll work in occupied and unoccupied properties, delivering first‑time fixes wherever possible and ensuring any follow‑on works are communicated and managed effectively. You’ll represent CLC on the front line, combining technical skill, customer care, and a commitment to safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out multi‑trade repairs and maintenance to a high standard in residents’ homes and void properties.
• Deliver a variety of tasks across trades such as carpentry, plumbing, plastering, painting, tiling, and basic brickwork.
• Support void refurbishment and planned works programmes, ensuring properties are safe, compliant and ready to let.
• Attend responsive maintenance call‑outs, diagnosing issues and achieving first‑time fixes where possible.
• Complete accurate PDA updates, timesheets and work reports, ensuring all records reflect works completed and materials used.
• Communicate clearly and courteously with residents, clients and colleagues to provide excellent customer service.
• Conduct on‑site risk assessments and comply with Health & Safety legislation, company procedures, and safe systems of work.
• Wear appropriate PPE at all times and take responsibility for your own and others’ safety.
• Work flexibly across the region as required, adapting to varied tasks and locations.
• Mentor and support apprentices or colleagues where required.
• Ensure sustainability standards are met by minimising waste and promoting efficient use of materials.
• Participate in Health & Safety inspections and toolbox talks.
• Be part of the out‑of‑hours rota as required (if applicable).

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Multi Trade Operative delivering repairs and maintenance in social housing, planned works, voids, or RM environments.
• Skilled in at least two core trades (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, plastering, painting, tiling, brickwork).
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and ability to carry out site risk assessments.
• Strong customer service and communication skills; able to work professionally in occupied homes.
• Competent using handheld devices (PDA/mobile apps) for job management.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Security clearance: Must hold (or be immediately eligible for) SC clearance and meet/maintain BPSS as a minimum; willing to undergo vetting and periodic renewals.

Desirable

• Formal qualifications in one or more trades (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent).
• Asbestos Awareness, Working at Height, Manual Handling and First Aid training.
• Experience working within MOD, local authority, or housing association contracts.
• Ability to carry out plumbing works safely and compliantly.
• Experience mentoring apprentices or junior operatives.

Personal attributes

• Professional, reliable, and customer‑focused.
• Positive attitude and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Flexible and proactive approach to varied tasks and locations.
• Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• 23 days’ holiday + Bank Holidays
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• PDA and uniform provided
• Long‑service awards at key milestones
• Perkbox (free coffees, cinema tickets, discounts & more)
• 1 paid volunteer day each year

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you, apply today.

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