Multiskilled Operative

Worthing Homes Ltd; Worthing; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job description

Role: Multiskilled Operative

Salary: Up to £36,400 depending on experience

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Worthing

Contract type: Permanent

Are you a qualified tradesperson with domestic experience in multiple trades? Worthing Homes are looking to recruit an experienced tradesperson to join our property services team to help deliver our Kitchen and Bathroom programme.

Worthing Homes is a forward-looking housing association dedicated to providing affordable, high-quality homes and services to our local communities. We're a small but dynamic organisation, managing 4,000 homes serving over 10,000 residents across our range of properties from social housing to sheltered accommodation to shared ownership properties. Our work is driven by a shared passion for supporting our local communities and making a positive impact on our customers' lives.

About The Role

As a Multiskilled Operative, you will carry out all aspects of kitchen and bathroom installation and refurbishment, (excluding electrical and gas works) alongside associated plumbing and carpentry repairs. You will also support work within empty homes and assist with planned refurbishment projects as required, ensuring all jobs are completed within agreed timescales, budgets, and safety standards.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in delivering a high standard of finish, manages their time effectively, and maintains accurate records of materials and van stock. You will work considerately in customers' homes by keeping them informed, leaving properties clean and tidy, and always operating in line with Health and Safety regulations.

About You

We are looking for a skilled and reliable tradesperson with proven post-qualification experience in the installation and refurbishment of kitchens and bathrooms within domestic properties. You will have a strong understanding of general health and safety requirements and be confident working independently with minimal supervision. The ability to trace, diagnose, and rectify faults is essential, along with a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship.

This is a great opportunity to make a real difference to our customers by helping us provide safe, comfortable, and well-maintained homes.

Why work for us?

At Worthing Homes we strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment ensuring colleagues feel valued and respected. We foster a collaborative culture in which teamwork is highly valued, and we employ brilliant people to work with our customers to help support them to live their best lives.

We offer a range of benefits including:

• Healthcare cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme - company matches up to 6%
• A generous annual leave package of 29 days per year plus bank holidays
• Retail and gym discounts
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Employee assistance programme

Funded Training And Qualifications

• Paid Professional Subscription (1 per year)
• Company van, tools and workwear

We are committed to investing in our colleague's development by offering a variety of opportunities for training, learning, and skills development, enabling everyone to reach their full potential and contribute to the success of Worthing Homes.

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional results in the housing sector and thrive in a dynamic, people-focused environment, we want to hear from you.

Closing date: 2nd March 2025. We reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is identified, therefore we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible.

DBS Checks

This role is subject to a basic DBS check to support the safety of our vulnerable customers. Any unspent cautions or convictions disclosed will be reviewed carefully and fairly, with consideration given to their relevance, the time elapsed, and evidence of positive change.

We are a fair and inclusive organisation, and we value each individual's unique contribution, irrespective of race, ethnic origin, religion, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or social background.